Job summary
This role requires that the post-holder will provide strong clinical leadership which inspires and motivates others. The post holder will be easily identifiable, visible and accessible to staff patients and their relatives. They will have control of the resources necessary to ensure the delivery of the fundamentals of nursing care, acting as a change agent to implement the NHS modernisation agenda.
The post-holder will be a role model who empowers Ward/Departmental Sisters/Charge Nurses to have the authority and support they need to improve patient care, and to resolve clinical issues such as discharge delays and environmental problems.
The post-holder will also promote professionalism amongst nurses and the wider clinical team and will undertake clinical work to maintain their professional competence, authority and credibility.
Main duties of the job
Provide visible clinical leadership within the clinical areas/across the Trust exhibiting high standards of clinical care and professional standards and behaviour at all times.
Undertake monthly/weekly matron ward rounds to monitor standards of care using agreed audit tools and take action where standards are not being met.
Ensure that infection prevention and control is a key priority for all areas and that all related policies are implemented, adhered to and monitored.
Using key performance indicators demonstrate high standards of care within areas of responsibility, ensuring necessary actions are planned, monitored and evaluated.
Ensure that patient care is evidence based, monitored and evaluated, instituting appropriate improvement when required. Be a role model for others to emulate, working alongside colleagues
Take appropriate steps to ensure that a safe environment is maintained for patients and staff and visitors.
Ensure that all untoward incidents and near misses are reported by staff within the area of responsibility in accordance with the Trust policy, and that appropriate mechanisms are put in place.
Endeavour to ensure that staffing levels are maintained that ensure patient safety.
Ensure that all Trust policies and procedures are implemented and followed by all staff and regularly audited.
Promote a culture which enables staff to take a questioning approach to their practice and support nursing research.
About us
There's never been a more exciting time to join TeamQEH. We're working on a once in a generation opportunity to build a new state-of-the-art hospital due to open in 2031/32 and we are also carrying out on one of the biggest pieces of digital transformation work we've ever undertaken.
Our new electronic patient record (EPR) will replace paper-based patient records from 2026 and will lead to better, safer, joined-up care at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and beyond.
At The QEH we provide a comprehensive range of specialist, acute, obstetrics and community-based services to around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, North Cambs and South Lincs.
We are an ambitious organisation that upholds our values of kindness, wellness and fairness. We strive for continuous quality improvement, recently demonstrated in our 2024 CQC maternity inspection rating our services as 'Good', and we are proud to be a place to learn and grow through recognised learning and apprenticeships.
We recognise and reward our 4,000 staff and volunteers, priding ourselves on a community atmosphere and positive team spirit. We have approx. 530 beds across 33 wards and have newly built education and training facilities, a range of modern award-winning centres alongside a talented team of people ready to give you a warm welcome. We love working here and think you will too.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide visible clinical leadership within the clinical areas/across the Trust exhibiting high standards of clinical care and professional standards and behaviour at all times.
Undertake monthly/weekly (as appropriate) matron ward rounds to monitor standards of care using agreed audit tools and take action where standards are not being met.
Ensure that infection prevention and control is a key priority for all areas and that all related policies are implemented, adhered to and monitored.
Using key performance indicators demonstrate high standards of care within areas of responsibility, ensuring necessary actions are planned, monitored and evaluated.
Work closely with colleagues from Hotel Services to ensure standards of cleanliness utilising the NHS Clean Hospitals programme are implemented and monitored.
Ensure that patient care is evidence based, monitored and evaluated, instituting appropriate improvement when required. Be a role model for others to emulate, working alongside colleagues
Take appropriate steps to ensure that a safe environment is maintained for patients and staff and visitors within the area of responsibility.
Ensure that all untoward incidents and near misses are reported by staff within the area of responsibility in accordance with the Trust policy, and that appropriate mechanisms are put in place to investigate serious clinical incidents under the direction and guidance of the Risk Management Department, following which appropriate action plans are developed and monitored, and lessons are learned and disseminated.
Endeavour to ensure that staffing levels are maintained that ensure patient safety, and any concerns are brought to the attention of the Head of Nursing.
Ensure that all Trust policies and procedures are implemented within the area of responsibility, followed by all staff and regularly audited.
Promote a research culture which enables staff to take a questioning approach to their practice and support nursing research. Support the development of a learning culture and ensure appropriate nursing audit mechanisms are in place.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide visible clinical leadership within the clinical areas/across the Trust exhibiting high standards of clinical care and professional standards and behaviour at all times.
Undertake monthly/weekly (as appropriate) matron ward rounds to monitor standards of care using agreed audit tools and take action where standards are not being met.
Ensure that infection prevention and control is a key priority for all areas and that all related policies are implemented, adhered to and monitored.
Using key performance indicators demonstrate high standards of care within areas of responsibility, ensuring necessary actions are planned, monitored and evaluated.
Work closely with colleagues from Hotel Services to ensure standards of cleanliness utilising the NHS Clean Hospitals programme are implemented and monitored.
Ensure that patient care is evidence based, monitored and evaluated, instituting appropriate improvement when required. Be a role model for others to emulate, working alongside colleagues
Take appropriate steps to ensure that a safe environment is maintained for patients and staff and visitors within the area of responsibility.
Ensure that all untoward incidents and near misses are reported by staff within the area of responsibility in accordance with the Trust policy, and that appropriate mechanisms are put in place to investigate serious clinical incidents under the direction and guidance of the Risk Management Department, following which appropriate action plans are developed and monitored, and lessons are learned and disseminated.
Endeavour to ensure that staffing levels are maintained that ensure patient safety, and any concerns are brought to the attention of the Head of Nursing.
Ensure that all Trust policies and procedures are implemented within the area of responsibility, followed by all staff and regularly audited.
Promote a research culture which enables staff to take a questioning approach to their practice and support nursing research. Support the development of a learning culture and ensure appropriate nursing audit mechanisms are in place.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse in UK
- Evidence of professional/academic development to degree level or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 18 months nurse management experience at Band 7 level in an acute Trust setting
- Broad understanding and experience of nursing operational issues in an acute Trust
- Understanding of change management approaches demonstrating experience of participating in change programmes
- Evidence of participating in the recruitment of nurses and an understanding of retention issues
- Good and demonstrable understanding of nursing deployment issues and nursing workforce profiling/skill mix
- Understanding of financial systems and experience of budgetary management
Skills
Essential
- Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to motivate others
- Understanding and working knowledge of Clinical Governance
- Able to work in challenging, busy environment whilst meeting tight deadlines
- Time management, prioritisation and organisational skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse in UK
- Evidence of professional/academic development to degree level or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 18 months nurse management experience at Band 7 level in an acute Trust setting
- Broad understanding and experience of nursing operational issues in an acute Trust
- Understanding of change management approaches demonstrating experience of participating in change programmes
- Evidence of participating in the recruitment of nurses and an understanding of retention issues
- Good and demonstrable understanding of nursing deployment issues and nursing workforce profiling/skill mix
- Understanding of financial systems and experience of budgetary management
Skills
Essential
- Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to motivate others
- Understanding and working knowledge of Clinical Governance
- Able to work in challenging, busy environment whilst meeting tight deadlines
- Time management, prioritisation and organisational skills
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT
Address
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital - Kings Lynn (NHS Foundation Trust)
Gayton Road
Kings Lynn Norfolk
PE30 4ET
Employer's website
https://www.qehkl.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
