CCU & Outreach Manager

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and experienced CCU/Outreach Manager to lead our Critical Care Services. You will oversee the daily operations of the CCU, ensuring high standards of clinical care and patient safety. Your leadership will directly influence patient outcomes, and you will play a pivotal role in fostering a supportive environment for both staff and patients.

In this role, you will manage a skilled team, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and implement innovative practices to drive continuous improvement in critical care. If you are passionate about patient-centered care and looking for a role that offers both challenge and reward, this is your chance to thrive in a prestigious hospital renowned for its commitment to quality., * Leadership and Management: Provide professional leadership and managerial oversight for the clinical staff within the Critical Care Unit, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment that prioritises high-quality patient care.

• Clinical Excellence: Ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centred care by acting as a clinical role model, supporting staff in implementing best practices, and maintaining high standards of care.

• Operational Oversight: Oversee the daily operations of the Critical Care Services, including the effective utilisation of nursing and financial resources, ensuring the department functions within budget while optimising staffing levels and resource allocation.

• Patient Experience Improvement: Collaborate with service users to evaluate and enhance the patient experience, incorporating feedback into service delivery and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

• Quality Assurance: Participate in and lead multi-professional audit programmes, including national audits, ensuring compliance with clinical governance standards and implementing changes based on audit findings to enhance service delivery.

• Collaboration and Communication: Maintain effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, consultants, and support staff to streamline patient care processes and ensure seamless service delivery across departments.

• Complaint Management: Actively participate in the local resolution of complaints, coordinating investigations and ensuring that lessons learned contribute to service improvement and patient safety.

• Strategic Development: Work closely with the Chief Nursing Officer to provide clinical leadership, management, and operational direction, contributing to the development of clinical service business plans and the delivery of performance targets.

• Clinical Governance Participation: Ensure the implementation of clinical governance activities within the CCU, promoting evidence-based practice and contributing to hospital-wide quality initiatives.

• Professional Development: Support staff development through mentorship, training, and evaluation, fostering a culture of lifelong learning and continuous professional development within the team.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of clinical expertise and leadership capabilities. You should be a Registered Nurse (RN) with a current NMC registration and a postgraduate qualification in critical care (or equivalent to ENB 100). An ITU qualification is essential, along with significant clinical experience in Critical Care/Outreach and proven leadership skills.

You will have excellent communication skills, enabling you to lead a team and collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals effectively. Your proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement will be vital in driving the development of best practices within the CCU. Additionally, your ability to manage resources effectively while maintaining a patient-centred focus will contribute to our mission of providing exceptional care., * Registered Nurse (RN) with a current NMC registration.

• Postgraduate qualification in critical care/Outreach

• Significant clinical experience in critical care settings with proven leadership skills.

• Strong understanding of critical care protocols and clinical governance.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and make sound clinical decisions.

• Annual leave

• Company pension

• Private medical insurance

• Referral programme

• Season ticket loan

• UK visa sponsorship, * Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Free meals and uniform laundry services

Benefits:

• Complimentary lunch

• 35 days of Annual Leave (inclusive of bank holidays) that increase with long service.

• Private Healthcare

• Staff Referral scheme

• Company pension scheme

• On-going training and professional development opportunities

• Season Ticket Loan

• Help to buy a bike

• Free Employee Assistance Programme

• Free uniform and laundry service.

• Visa Sponsorship – for candidates already living in the UK

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV to Mita Vadgama (Lead Recruitment and Resourcing Partner) – at MVadgama@kingedwardvii.co.uk