Department Leader

Job overview The Fracture Clinic has recently moved to a new clinical setting and is now looking for a motivated, positive and clinically-competent individual to lead the team and the service as the Department Leader. Trauma Assessment Unit provides dedicated Orthopaedic-led assessment area for patients with acute musculoskeletal injuries, supporting timely clinical review, definitive management planning and avoidance of unnecessary Emergency Department attendance and admission. There is an exciting opportunity to support on the expansion and development of this service. There is potential for this to be a full time position subject to funding. To be successful in this role you will need to have experience in trauma or orthopaedic nursing with significant experience and passion for managing and leading a team. You will be able to demonstrate that you have the attributes of a competent Department Leader. You will be supported by the Clinical Matron and work closely with the Service Manager and Specialty Lead for Trauma Services. Advert The post-holder will have line-management responsibilities for the nursing team, including Registered Nurses, Assistant Practitioners, Plaster Technicians and Healthcare Assistants. You will need to provide clinical leadership to ensure that all patients are provided with a high-quality, evidence-based and seamless service, whilst being a highly competent, knowledgeable and visible practitioner. Ensure the safe, effective, and efficient management of all workforce and financial resources within their clinical area. To act as a role model and skilled practitioner to inspire excellence, constantly demonstrating the highest standards of care and professionalism. With the support of the Clinical Matron, lead the recruitment and retention of a skilled, competent, and effective nursing/midwifery workforce for their clinical area and contribute to the identification of new nursing/midwifery and support roles within their clinical specialty. To facilitate, support and ensure the development of all staff within their team. To demonstrate an innovative and progressive attitude to the continual improvement of patient care through research and evidence-based practice and ensure that such evidence is reflected in clinical practice and subject to regular audit. To represent their specialty and at times their division in corporate wide forums, operational groups, and committees, providing an expert nursing/midwifery contribution. Working for our organisation The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. It serves a population of around 470,000 people, a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £740 million. RCHT is responsible for the provision of services at three main sites with approximately 780 inpatient beds: Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro St Michael’s Hospital in Hayle West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities, and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation. The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles. This plays a vital part in attracting and retaining highly skilled teams of doctors, nurses and other health professionals who support the care of well over half a million people each year. Detailed job description and main responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.   To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:   • Identity Checks  • Professional registration and qualification checks  • Employment history and reference checks  • Occupational Health clearance • Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check • Right to work in the UK For further information please visit:  https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation  We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed. Thank you for your application if you have not received a reply within 21 days of the closing date you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please be aware that your application and related documents will be retained confidentially for a period of 12 months. It is vital that you provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form. To work in the UK all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require a visa - we may be able to provide sponsorship, but this is not guaranteed. Benefits include optional pension and life assurance and a dedicated Childcare Co-ordination Team We are committed to ensuring our staff are developed, engaged and supported to work in different ways to support the ever-changing environment in which we operate. The Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust is a non-smoking organisation. 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