Corporate Lead Nurse

NHS; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the UK seeks a Nursing Professional Development Coordinator. This role involves coordinating nursing activities, delivering and monitoring the Nursing Strategy, and leading a team of professionals. Applicants must be a Registered Nurse with a master's degree and possess strong project management skills. Benefits include flexible working and up to 33 days of annual leave. This is a fantastic opportunity for those committed to continuous professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

27 days annual leave

NHS pension scheme

Thrive program for personal growth

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse on the Nursing & Midwifery Council register.
• Evidence of continued learning and application in practice.
• Recognised teaching and assessment qualification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Nursing Professional Development across NHSBT nursing.
• Deliver and monitor the Nursing Strategy with KPI reporting.
• Lead a team supporting safeguarding and professional advocacy.

Skills

Leadership

Change Management

Project Management

Mentorship

Teaching

Education

Degree at masters level

Registered Nurse (RN1 or RNA)

Tools

Outlook

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Job Summary

NHS Blood & Transplant (NHSBT) is a life‑saving organisation dedicated to improving lives. We have a passionate Nursing workforce that delivers professional development across Blood Supply, Clinical Services, Organ and Tissue Donation and Transplantation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Nursing Professional Development activities across NHSBT nursing and lead the nursing vision and delivery of strategic objectives, measuring compliance and strengthening collaborative working.
• Deliver and monitor the Nursing Strategy with the Nursing SMT under the direction of the Chief Nursing Officer, ensuring KPI reporting and action‑plan monitoring.
• Lead a team of professional experts supporting safeguarding, student nurse advocacy, professional nurse advocacy and resuscitation activity.
• Support professional development, education training and workforce issues.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the wider organisational direction and ensure nursing is aligned to these objectives.
• Maintain strong working practices with key internal and external stakeholders, reflecting a cross‑Directorate nursing workforce.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN1 or RNA) on the Nursing & Midwifery Council register.
• Degree at masters level or equivalent senior/managerial experience.
• Evidence of continued learning and application in practice.
• Computer literacy; competence in use of Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Commitment to own Continued Professional Development (CPD).
• Recognised teaching and assessment qualification, e.g. City & Guild 730 or Nursing Board 998.
• Willingness to work irregular hours and to travel extensively, including overnight stays when required.

Experience

• Experience in the delivery of strategic objectives, establishing new areas/ways of work and change management.
• Experience in the provision of leadership in a professional or clinical environment, being seen as a subject matter expert and reference for policy interpretation.
• Experience in project management.
• Experience in the management of resources within financial and political constraints, including budgetary and business planning processes.
• Experience in leadership, change management and leading healthcare improvements.
• Knowledge and experience of research methodologies and evidence‑based practice.
• Experience in presenting and publishing papers.
• Involvement in professional development – both personal and of others.
• Experience of mentorship and coaching.

Benefits

• NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow.
• 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part‑time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• NHS pension scheme – a defined benefit scheme not dependent on investment returns.
• Continuous learning culture with the Thrive program offering a wide range of activities for personal and professional growth.

Additional Information

UK Registration – Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check – This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure & Barring Service check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer Details

Employer name: NHS Blood and Transplant

Address: 500 North Bristol Park, Northway, Filton, Bristol, BS34 7QH

Website: https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/