Head of Nursing, Therapies and Quality and Therapies Lead

1 week ago


Bournemouth, Bournemouth, United Kingdom Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as the Head of Nursing, Therapies and Quality. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior nursing leader to lead and manage our nursing and quality services, ensuring that we provide high-quality patient care and services that meet the needs of our community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the nursing and quality services, ensuring that they are delivered to a high standard and meet the needs of our patients and community.
  • Develop and implement strategies to improve patient care and services, working closely with our clinical teams and other stakeholders.
  • Ensure that our nursing and quality services are compliant with relevant laws, regulations, and standards, including the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act.
  • Provide clinical leadership to our multidisciplinary teams, ensuring that they have the skills and knowledge they need to deliver high-quality patient care.
  • Work closely with our management team to develop and implement policies and procedures that support the delivery of high-quality patient care and services.
  • Ensure that our nursing and quality services are evidence-based and that we are using the latest research and best practices to inform our decision-making.
  • Develop and maintain effective relationships with our stakeholders, including patients, families, carers, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Contribute to the development of our organisational strategy, ensuring that our nursing and quality services are aligned with our overall goals and objectives.

Requirements

  • MBBS or equivalent qualification and a Licence to Practise.
  • MRCPsych or recognised equivalent, e.g. membership of a psychiatry college in another country.
  • Experience of working in a senior nursing leadership role, preferably in a mental health setting.
  • Excellent clinical skills and knowledge, with the ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary teams.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, families, carers, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and services.
  • Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and standards, including the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act.
  • Ability to develop and implement strategies to improve patient care and services, working closely with our clinical teams and other stakeholders.

Desirable Criteria

  • Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research, or management.
  • Experience of working in a leadership role, preferably in a mental health setting.
  • Ability to critically appraise published research and contribute to the development of our organisational strategy.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and career progression. We are committed to delivering high-quality patient care and services, and we are looking for a senior nursing leader who shares our values and is passionate about making a difference in the lives of our patients and community.



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