Job summaryLead Nurse - Band 8aCommunity In Patients37.5 hours per week x 2 - permanentWiltshire Health and Care are looking for a lead Nurse to complement their management structure, leading the In Patient Ward Managers and teams.Working alongside the Head of Quality and Head of Operations, you will provide a key link with the clinical areas. Focussing on clinical governance, you will ensure clinical quality within the teams. You will also have a responsibility for the development of Nursing teams within our units to maximise staff potential and meet the ever changing patient demographic.As lead Nurse, we are looking for candidates who are comfortable being visible and accessible. You will require strong organisational skills to ensure each area receives support in a timely manner.In return, Wiltshire Health and Care will provide development opportunities, both formal and informal, to help you maximise your potential. The extensive support services will assist you in your understanding of the vast areas your role will encompass, including risk management, HR, infection control, finance and quality improvement.Within Wiltshire Health and Care, we have 4 In Patient wards over 3 Community Hospital sites, caring for adults of any age with a wide range of healthcare needs. We work in partnership with 3 local acute Trusts to ensure flow through the health care system.Main duties of the jobResponsibility to drive high standards of care across 4 wardsWork closely with Head of Quality to devise clinical governance framework, ensuring best practice across all sitesWork closely with Head of Operations to ensure the wards are able to respond to changes in demand for servicesLine management of 4 Ward ManagersInvestigations to incidents and complaints, developing, and implementing, robust action plansAbout UsWiltshire Health and Care provide In Patient facilities within Chippenham, Savernake and Warminster Community Hospitals. Peer support is encouraged across the sites and the teams are encouraged to work closely together.Wiltshire Health and Care have a proactive approach to education and development and would support in accessing any learning as appropriate.The must haves for you to be considered for this role:1. Registered Nurse with leadership experience2. Experience, and understanding, of Community In Patient services3. Adaptive, reactive, style of working to lead a team to deliver an outstanding level of care to our patientsIf you recognise yourself in these requirements, we would recommend you apply today!We are happy to answer any questions that you may have.If you are interested in becoming part of our dynamic team, please don't hesitate to contact Rachel Green, Head of Operations, at r.green1@nhs.net who will be delighted to help.About usWiltshire Health and Care provides community based health services, enabling people to live healthy independent lives. Our Vision is to enable people to live independant and fulfilling lives for as long as possible. We are an NHS partnership organisation, focused entirely on delivering quality health and care to the people of Wiltshire - not on making a profit.There has never been a better time to join us. Community services are expanding as part of the NHS Long Term Plan and the population of Wiltshire has never needed the energy, enthusiasm and commitment of our community-focused teams more than now. You will join a friendly and supportive team who live our values of Quality, Integrity, Partnership and Change, which were developed with our staff, patients and carers.If you already live in or near Wiltshire, youll know that it is a great place to live and work: rolling countryside, bustling market towns and vibrant city life combined with excellent transport links and good schools. If you are looking to move to the area, we offer local employment and a chance to play a crucial role as part of your new community straight away. What are you waiting for?!Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the attached Job Description (under Supporting Documents) for more information regarding the role and to access the full person specification.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialRegistered Nurse (Active Registration)Educated to degree level or equivalent experienceManagement / leadership qualificationDesirableMasters level qualification or equivalent experience; working towards a MastersManagement Qualification or Leadership DiplomaAdditional CriteriaEssentialAccess to a vehicle that can be used for business purposes and hold a full and valid driving licence.ExperienceEssentialProven experience of senior operational roleExperience of working at a senior level within the Community Ward settingExperience of developing business cases from concept to implementationEvidence of successfully managing services that interface directly with Primary Care medical servicesProven experience of leading clinical teams and professional agendasProven experience of strategic leadership of Trust wide/cross boundary projects.Evidence of successfully delivering service improvementEvidence of successful multi-agency working & partnership developmentProven experience of budgetary/financial management.Proven track record in improving patient experience and gaining patient/public views.Proven experience of managing complex HR issues.Experience in delivering Clinical Governance, Risks and Safety management.Proven experience leading investigations into complex complaints and clinical incidents.Experience of business planning and development.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameWiltshire Health and Care LLPAddressChippenham Community HospitalRowden HillChippenhamWiltshireSN15 2AJEmployer's websitehttps://wiltshirehealthandcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)