Job summary
Band 7 - Gynaecology unit manager
Gynaecology Services
We are seeking to appoint a proactive, dynamic motivated nurse who has management experience and an interest in women's health, for our Gynaecology assessment and treatment unit & women's health unit.
GATU comprises of 7 short stay inpatient beds, a fast paced 24 hour acute assessment area for a vast range of gynaecological complications and a busy early pregnancy assessment unit (EPAU). The women's health unit provides outpatient Gynaecology care for a vast range of services, such as colposcopy, hysteroscopy, urogynae and the lilac clinic termination service.
The unit manager will focus on high standards of care and nurture staff to enable them to achieve their potential which will increase quality and safety, across both services. They will work with the matron to implement change and develop services for the future.
Main duties of the job
To provide positive leadership to the ward nursing team supporting them to fulfil their roles, empowering them to improve standards set by the NMC and the organisational personal responsibility framework.
To provide specialist nursing care and support the care provision for patients after gynaecological surgery and acute admissions including Early Pregnancy Assessment unit patients and medical patients.
To play a key strategic role in influencing and developing evidence based practice to provide holistic, supportive and co-ordinated care for patients during their in-patient and attendance in the service. To act as a role model and mentor establishing a positive learning environment where staff can develop their full potential. To work in conjunction with the matron to implement key service recommendations.
About us
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand-new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.
Closing date may change dependent on the response
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.
Closing date may change dependent on the response
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of familiarity with National and Trust assessments.
- IPR/KSF.
- Clinical Expertise
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Presentation skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and effectively manage time.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Ability to develop, implement and manage change projects.
- Engagement with staff and services users toward service improvement
- Leadership Skills
Knowledge
Desirable
- Able to analyse the needs of the post to enable development
- To be involved in research/evidence based policy/guideline development, implementation and audit
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with appropriate experience .
- Current NMC registration.
- Evidence of undertaking degree pathway.
- Evidence of leadership or management development
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of familiarity with National and Trust assessments.
- IPR/KSF.
- Clinical Expertise
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Presentation skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and effectively manage time.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Ability to develop, implement and manage change projects.
- Engagement with staff and services users toward service improvement
- Leadership Skills
Knowledge
Desirable
- Able to analyse the needs of the post to enable development
- To be involved in research/evidence based policy/guideline development, implementation and audit
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with appropriate experience .
- Current NMC registration.
- Evidence of undertaking degree pathway.
- Evidence of leadership or management development
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
