Deputy Head of Nursing - Cambridge, United Kingdom - Cambridge University Hospitals

Cambridge University Hospitals

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Description

Main area

Division A
Deputy Head of Nursing
Grade
Band 8b
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time

Part time
Flexible working

37.5 hours per week (Full Time or Part Time/ Flexible working hours may be considered)
Job ref

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Employer
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Addenbrookes Hospital-Division A
Town
Cambridge
Salary

- £58,972 - £68,525 p.a. pro rata
Salary period

Yearly
Closing
03/06/2024 23:59
Interview date
20/06/2024Job overview

Are you a highly motivated, compassionate and experienced Nurse leader who is looking to explore their potential at a higher grade?

Within Division A we have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Nurse to become our Deputy Head of Nursing.

We are looking for someone who is a natural role model, who consistently demonstrates the Trust values with a passion for supporting and developing others while providing leadership at the senior level this post requires.

This role will report directly to the Divisional Head of Nursing and have an individualised portfolio of clinical areas and staff, deputising for the Divisional Head of Nursing, whilst leading on delegated projects within the division and assisting with shaping the Divisional nursing direction and strategy.

You will be responsible for assisting the Divisional Head of Nursing with the development and delivery of clinical services and professional standards and the development of nursing leadership within the Division

You will be a visible Nurse leader with a talent for inspiring and motivating teams, collaborating with others and forging strong professional networks.
Main duties of the job

You will provide professional and managerial leadership for designated Nursing teams and Specialist Nurses, providing a highly visible and authoritative presence ensuring the provision of high quality, responsive services with the needs of the patient at the centre of care delivery.

Work in partnership with the Divisional Senior Leadership Team to ensure effective and efficient management of delegated projects to meet agreed targets within the resources available.

Work in partnership with the Divisional Senior Leadership Team to ensure effective divisional quality governance systems and processes.

Maintain a visible presence where patients, staff and visitors can turn for assistance and upon whom they can rely to ensure that the fundamental and specialist aspects of care are met.

Lead on delegated projects to promote and develop nursing and nursing practice within the Division.

Deputise for and assist the Divisional Head of Nursing to provide professional leadership to all nurses within the division, monitor standards and ensure delivery of the N&M strategy.

Working for our organisation

Come Nurse with us
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services. It's a great place to nurse, work and live.

You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel; we have excellent facilities to practise your skills and abilities to support your career pathway and development.

Our values of
Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent support the delivery of outstanding care.

We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving health-care quality; this is transforming services, improving patient safety and clinical outcomes.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

Closing date is midnight on 3 June 2024

Interviews are due to be held on 20 June 2024

Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?
Our values and reputation for outstanding care

Opportunities to experience a range of specialities

Career and development opportunities

Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team

Research experience and opportunities

Lovely location and quality of life

Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)
Benefits to you

We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.

Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given.

In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.

Person specification

Qualifications:

Essential criteria

Current and relevant registration on NMC Register

First degree

Master's degree (or working towards)

Evidence of relev