Job summaryAn exciting new opportunity has arisen to join the Surgical Senior leadership team to support the Critical Care team as a Senior Nurse Lead. We are looking for a flexible, organised, motivated and positive individual who has a passion to lead, manage, support and improve performance, safety, care and patient experience within Critical Care Services.Working as part of an established team and reporting directly to the Divisional Head of Nursing, this role will have responsibility for the Critical Care Unit, a 14 bedded facility, funded to accommodate 9 patients, serving a busy acute District General Hospital within Bury St Edmunds. The unit is innovative, promoting high quality evidence-based practice and actively develops individuals within the team. Proven experience of leading, managing and supporting teams is essential, as well as involvement in quality improvement, budget and resource management, strategic planning and change processes.The successful applicant of this post will work closely with the Operational Manager and Clinical Lead for the service and will be influential in leading and managing the Critical Care team to ensure efficiency, safety and the provision of expert specialised care within the department, promoting the ethos of compassionate and supportive team working, whilst supporting team well-being and promoting a positive and safe working environment and culture.Main duties of the jobThe role of the Clinical Lead is to ensure a safe and well managed Critical Care team and environment, promoting a positive experience for patients, focussing on safe staffing, efficiency and best clinical practice. Applicants must have expert knowledge and experience of working within the Critical Care environment and proven experience of managing, motivating and leading individuals to promote effective management of the service, high levels of care provision and expert practice.Applicants must be versatile, able to adapt to the needs of the service, be organised, have a calm demeanour and the ability to respond to change and lead with compassion and care within a pressurised and fast paced environment. This role will work closely with operational and clinical colleagues to create an environment which blends efficiency with safe working practices as guided and governed by national and local policy.The Surgical Division has a supportive team structure and we are keen to support and develop individuals personally and professionally. We actively encourage and engage team members to speak up and promote a just culture of learning and improvement.This is a full time position, however part time hours will be considered for the post.About us#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our communityWe are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see job description for full details.STAFF CAR PARKINGStaff Car Parking on the West Suffolk Hospital Site is eligible for individuals working outside of the core hours, 07:00 18:30.For individuals working within the core hours, the Trust offers parking off site at the Bury St Edmunds Rugby Club, which is serviced by a regular shuttle bus to and from the Hospital. Details of the bus timetable can be found in the on-line starter pack on the West Suffolk Hospital website.This parking restriction does not apply if an individual is required to work on a weekend or if they are required to complete on call duties within their role.The closing date for this vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please ensure that you apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible.Person SpecificationEducation and qualificationsEssentialNMC Part 1 of the registerDegree or evidence of similar qualificationRecognised and validated Critical Care qualificationEvidence of continuing Professional DevelopmentDesirableDiploma/Certificate in Leadership/ManagementEvidence of current Post Registration educationMasters DegreeExperience and knowledgeEssentialClinical experience at a Senior level - Band 7 or aboveEvidence of management and leadership experiencePractice in a changing environmentExperience of Human Resource management and developing personnelEvidence of conflict managementKnowledge and experience of budgetary, financial controlKnowledge of audit process and research based practice.Knowledge of clinical governance and risk management.Understanding of wider Trust issues and national targets.Understanding of Patient and Public Involvement.DesirableEvidence of recent involvement in clinical updateEvidence of conflict managementPractice in a changing environmentPrevious experience with financial probity and procurement of supplies.Service DevelopmentSkills and abilitiesEssentialLeadership qualitiesProfessional role modelAble to establish good relationships with patients and the public, inspiring confidence.Ability to prioritise workload and problem solving.Proven organisational skillsDocumented evidence of ability to influence and implement changeGood interpersonal and communication skillsComputer/IT literateDiplomatic and approachableAnalytical skills and conceptual thinkingDesirableProject management experiencePresentation skillsReport writingPersonal qualitiesEssentialProgressive and innovative approach to patient careAbility to motivate othersStrategic thinking and ability to work on own initiativeAbility to deal with pressured situationsFlexible approach to working hours and dutiesDemonstrate strong leadership skillsDisclosure 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 nameWest Suffolk NHS Foundation TrustAddressWest Suffolk HospitalBury St EdmundsIP33 2QZEmployer's websitehttps://www.wsh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)