Deputy head of nursing
This important role is filled by a senior nurse who drives forward the professional nursing agenda, taking overall responsibility and accountability for the standards of care delivered by the nursing workforce. They do this by providing strong, inspirational, professional nursing leadership and guidance for a designated area of services in one of our directorates.
A deputy head of nursing champions patient-centred care, ensuring safety, quality and patient experience are embedded in everything we do. They lead and promote a culture of learning, sharing knowledge across wards, other services and the directorate and Trust. The deputy head of nursing also supports and delivers quality improvements.
The role is a key member of the senior directorate clinical team. The deputy head of nursing works closely with the matrons, ward sisters, charge nurses, doctors, wider clinical team, the heads of services, the business team and other nursing colleagues in Trust directorates, as well as the Executive team.
This role is for you if:
- You have experience of a nursing leadership role and are ready to take the next step
- You are able to advise and offer specialist advice to nurses and leadership teams
- You are excited to lead patient and public engagement and co-production to help shape improvements across services
- You can handle multiple workloads while role modelling professional standards, demonstrating accountability and responsibility
- You can champion and lead change which results in better clinical practice
- You are determined to ensure patients and service users are offered by best possible care by your service
How we can help you to excel in this this role
If successful in your application, you will receive meaningful managerial supervision and support and benefit from clear pathways and opportunities for career development for those who have a desire to progress.
We also offer specialist leadership training, development and networking to support you in your role.
Development opportunities
- Support for you to access further education
- Post-graduate modules/programmes
- Coaching and mentoring
Next steps
Look at our vacancies and apply today.