Head of Nursing

HJE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Greater London is seeking an experienced Head of Nursing to lead nursing teams across various departments. This role includes providing inspiring leadership, driving strategic initiatives, and overseeing patient safety and quality improvement. Applicants should be Registered Nurses with advanced qualifications and significant senior nursing experience. Join us to make a difference in patient care and become part of our dedicated leadership team.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with Degree / Masters level education.
• Significant senior nursing experience in an acute setting.
• Proven leadership, change management and quality improvement skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible inspiring leadership and ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, compassionate care.
• Drive strategic initiatives, workforce planning and digital transformation.
• Oversee patient safety, clinical governance, regulatory compliance and quality improvement.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Support professional development and act as a credible role model.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Quality improvement

Education

Degree / Masters level education in Nursing

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Nursing to lead our nursing teams across the hospital inpatient wards, Day Surgical Pathway, Pre-assessment, OPD Nursing. This is a pivotal role reporting directly to the CNO and offers the opportunity to:

• Provide visible inspiring leadership and ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, compassionate care.
• Drive strategic initiatives, workforce planning and digital transformation.
• Oversee patient safety, clinical governance, regulatory compliance and quality improvement.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Support professional development and act as a credible role model.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with Degree / Masters level education.
• Significant senior nursing experience in an acute setting.
• Proven leadership, change management and quality improvement skills.

Join us to shape the future of nursing care and make a real difference to patient experience. Apply now to be part of our leadership team.

Key Dates

• Deadline for applications: Friday 12 December
• Round Interviews: W / B 15 December
• Round Interviews: 8th/9th January 2026

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Vacancy: 1