This Lead Nurse/ODP post is a 12-month secondment to cover maternity leave, providing leadership across anaesthetics, theatres and critical care at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. The post-holder gives professional leadership and advice across these services, with a focus on nurse staffing levels, safe deployment of nursing resource and service improvement.
What the job involves
- Support the Head of Nursing and Care Group Nurse Director in workload management, workforce planning and modernisation of the nursing profession
- Ensure nurse staffing meets the All Wales Nurse Staffing Act and service-specific standards and guidelines
- Monitor deployment of nursing resource to maintain quality and safe patient care, using professional judgement and triangulated methodology
- Deputise for the Head of Nursing and Care Group Nurse Director when required
- Manage temporary staffing replacement spend, with robust systems to authorise its use
- Provide professional support to the Clinical Service Group Manager
- Line manage senior nursing staff within the area of jurisdiction
- Support recruitment of nursing staff and plans to retain staff across the scope of responsibility
- Lead on employee relations, sickness absence, appraisal, critical incidents, revalidation and conduct for staff in the area
- Contribute to service development, transformation and health and social care integration as part of the Clinical Service Group leadership team
- Help deliver the Quality Agenda so services are safe, effective and focused on the best patient outcomes
- Champion evidence-based practice, support innovation and work with multidisciplinary teams and external partners
Qualifications
- Evidence of further study, knowledge, experience and skills at Master's level or equivalent
Experience
- Significant relevant leadership or management role in a large complex healthcare organisation
Skills & knowledge
- High emotional intelligence and leadership skills
- Understanding of the health board's objectives and priorities
- Ability to work across operational and Local Authority boundaries
Nice to have
- Welsh language speaking and listening skills at Level 3 or above
What’s offered
- Leading pension
- Generous leave
- Flexible working
- Career growth
- Access to ongoing learning and development
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Lead Nurse for Anaesthetics, Critical Care & Theatres (ACCT) in Wales employer: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care. With a strong focus on employee growth, generous benefits including a leading pension and flexible working options, and a commitment to diversity and compassion, you will thrive in a role that not only enhances your career but also positively impacts the community. Located in the beautiful region of South Wales, you can enjoy both vibrant city life and serene natural landscapes, making it an ideal place for work-life balance.
Contact Details:
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Recruitment Team
