Chief X Information Officer (CXIO)

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; Taunton; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a visionary Chief X Information Officer (CXIO) to lead digital health and care transformation across acute, community, and mental health services.

You will drive the implementation of the Healthset EHR and shape the trust-wide digital, data and technology strategy in collaboration with partner bodies.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital strategy, system optimisation, and pathway transformation across NMAHP services.
• Influence executive and clinical leadership teams on digital design and investment.
• Ensure our digital systems support modern clinical practice, improve safety, and reduce burden.
• Maintain strong governance frameworks across clinical safety, IG, and digital risk.
• Support the digital wellbeing and capability of the clinical workforce.
• Continuously scan for emerging technologies, research, and innovation opportunities.

Job description

We are looking for an exceptional Nursing, Midwifery or AHP digital leader to take on the role of Chief X Information Officer (CXIO) and help shape the future of digital health and care at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust.

This senior role sits at the heart of our Digital Services and Professional Nursing, Midwifery and AHP leadership teams. You will drive clinical digital transformation across acute, community, and mental health services as we implement our new Healthset Electronic Health Record (EHR) in collaboration with Dorset and deliver our Trust-wide digital, data and technology strategy.

Role

The CXIO plays a pivotal role in transforming how our clinical teams use digital tools. As a senior leader reporting to the CIO and professionally to the Chief Nursing Officer and CCIO, you will:

• Lead digital strategy, system optimisation, and pathway transformation across NMAHP services.


• Influence executive and clinical leadership teams on digital design and investment.


• Ensure our digital systems support modern clinical practice, improve safety, and reduce burden.


• Maintain strong governance frameworks across clinical safety, IG, and digital risk.


• Support the digital wellbeing and capability of the clinical workforce.


• Continuously scan for emerging technologies, research, and innovation opportunities.