Head of Nursing - DAS Division

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Senior Nursing team in DAS Division. DAS Division covers services in a variety of surgical specialties Head and Neck, Trauma and Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Breast, Urology, Theatres, Day Surgery, Audiology, Vascular, Pain services, Resuscitation. As Head of Nursing, you will be responsible for the clinical leadership and governance of a specified area within the Division and lead on the day-to-day operational leadership and patient flow challenges. You will also be key in the delivery of Divisional and Organisation strategies. We are looking for an experienced Registered Nurse with demonstrable compassionate, innovative, and supportive leadership skills to empower their clinical teams to deliver excellent patient care and service developments. You will be supported to develop your leadership skills as a senior leader in the organisation. There is an expectation with this role to participate in the Senior Manager on call rota and cross site working.Main duties of the jobBe an inspiring, compassionate clinical leader ensuring the highest standards of nursing practice and clinical care is delivered to patients. Provide professional leadership and management to a clearly defined area of staff including recruitment, appraisal, continual professional development and disciplinary matters in order to provide a patient focused service.About usWe are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work We provide safe, compassionate high-quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye, and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes. In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'. In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please contact Evette Davies Assistant Director of NursingPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssential
Current Nursing and Midwifery Council Registration
Desirable
Achievement of Masters level qualification relevant to role
ExperienceEssential
Management and leadership experience at a senior level in the NHS or healthcare environment.
Desirable
Experience of delivering presentations to large groups of stakeholders
SkillsEssential
Ability to act as a role model
Desirable
Ability to work effectively between strategic and operational activities where required.
Employer detailsEmployer nameEast Sussex Healthcare NHS TrustAddressHastings/Eastbourne The Ridge Hastings BN21 2UDAny attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 374-SR3564
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