Job DescriptionDuty Nurse ManagerLondon: Princess Grace HospitalFull time 37.5 hours per week (Mon-Sun)Shift times: Flexibility to work long days, Nights & WeekendsPermanent ContractSalary: Competitive +Benefits (pension, health cover, flexible benefits and excellent career development)We are recruiting a Duty Nurse manager to join our nursing team at The Princess Grace Hospital currently rated “Good” by the CQC.The Duty Nurse Manager team are an integral part of the operational running of the hospital, responsible for running the in and out of hours challenges an acute hospital provides.This role requires a strong leadership background, excellent communication, experience in key decision making, risk management, problem solving and good governance understanding.The Duty Manager will work closely with the Matron & Chief Nursing Officer to support visible leadership at the Princess Grace Hospital.The Duty Nurse Manager is responsible for the safe and effective running of the site 24/7 and holds a range of responsibilities including coordinating flow to our inpatient wards, responding to Major Incident situations/alerts, holding nominated Officer of Fire responsibility, out of hours and providing senior support to all units.Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide senior nursing support and professional and clinical advice to all areas within the site and associated outpatient facilities.Act as first point of call for ward’s/department’s during the out-of-hours period, liaising with the senior managers on call as appropriate.To act as the hospital manager and ensure the safe and effective management of hospital systems and servicesResponsible for effective patient flow; both unscheduled and scheduled admissionsWork in conjunction with the Urgent Care Centre, Acute Assessment Units and other members of the Patient Flow TeamTo undertake the lead in the hospital’s emergency plans for fire, cardiac arrest, major incident etc.Collaborate with relevant departmental heads when hospitals operational facilities are / or have the potential to be adversely affected.To ensure that each emergency admission is correctly assessed before admissionWork towards an effective risk sensitive solution to the issue.Be a highly visible role model to all staff within The Hospital.Clinical review of all patients with NEWS > 3, or new increase in NEWS scoreTo liaise in a professional manner with internal and external customersAbility to cope with, manage and diffuse difficult and stressful situations and work effectively under pressureAt HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.What you’ll bring:NMC registered- AdultPost registration qualificationPrevious/current management experienceExcellent organisational and management skills with the ability to flexibly respond to the needs of the service and the hospitalComplex care/HDU/Critical care experienceALS qualified (ILS acceptable but will be expected to complete ALS)Advanced clinical practice qualification (or working towards) or advance clinical assessment courseCommitment to Continual Professional DevelopmentCommitment to Clinical Governance and Quality initiativesWhy HCA UK?Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Duty Nurse Manager you’ll be eligible for:25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit youPrivate Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitalsPrivate pension contribution which increases with length of serviceSeason Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work schemeGroup Life Assurance from day oneCritical illness coverEnhanced Maternity and Paternity payCorporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The PortlandComprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit youDiscounts with over 800 major retailersCulture and valuesAt HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us bring as we know that when you feel seen, heard and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other.Our mission is simple, above all else we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life, a clear statement that extends to both our patients and colleagues. To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values:Unique and Individual: We recognise and value everyone as unique and individualKindness and compassion: We treat people with kindness and compassionHonesty, integrity and fairness: - We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairnessLoyalty, respect and dignity: We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect and dignityReasonable adjustmentsWe believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.