Lead Duty Nurse Manager

HCA Healthcare UK; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Lead Duty Nurse Manager to oversee clinical operations and ensure effective site management at a prestigious hospital in London. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, manage patient flow, and maintain the highest standards of care. With a focus on career development and employee wellbeing, this position provides a supportive environment where your leadership will make a significant impact. Join a forward-thinking organization that values compassion, integrity, and professional growth.

Benefits

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Private Healthcare Insurance

Private pension contributions

Season Ticket Loan

Cycle to Work scheme

Group Life Assurance

Critical illness cover

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Staff discounts

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Recent acute sector experience managing teams of nurses.
• Leadership experience at or equivalent to Sister/Charge Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a 24/7 Clinical Site Management team.
• Ensure effective site management and patient flow.

Skills

NMC (RN) qualification

Leadership experience

Conflict resolution skills

Ability to recognize clinical problems early

Education

MSc in Nursing or equivalent

Job description

Lead Duty Nurse Manager
London: The Princess Grace Hospital
Full-time 37.5 hours per week (Mon-Sun)
Shifts: Flexibility to work long days, nights and weekends
Permanent contract
Salary – Competitive (DOE) plus 9% shift allowance, +Benefits (pension, health cover, flexible benefits and excellent career development)

The Princess Grace Hospital is currently recruiting a Lead Duty Nurse Manager to join the team.

Reporting to the Medical Matron, the Lead Duty Nurse Manager will lead and operationally manage a 24/7 Clinical Site Management team to ensure effective site management, including bed usage and admission pathways throughout the hospital. The role involves keeping the CNO and Senior Leadership team updated on flow, blockages, and solutions, working collaboratively with Matrons.

The post involves operational leadership of site issues, facilitating patient flow to ensure timely admissions, appropriate treatment, and signposting to alternative services per care protocols. The Lead Duty Nurse Manager and team will oversee clinical operations and support non-clinical teams to maintain hospital safety and efficiency. After hours, the DNM is the most senior nurse on site, responsible for medical gases, medicine safety, staffing, safeguarding, incident management, and safe care delivery.

Please contact [e-mail] for the role JD.

At HCA UK, we care about what you care about: delivering the best care, building a proud career, and supporting your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career as you do for others.

What you’ll bring:

• NMC (RN) qualification with recent acute sector experience
• Experience managing teams of nurses and healthcare professionals
• Leadership experience at or equivalent to Sister/Charge Nurse
• Conflict resolution skills
• ALS qualification
• Ability to recognize and act on clinical problems early
• MSc in Nursing or equivalent (or working towards)

Why HCA UK?

Founded over 50 years ago, HCA is a leading healthcare provider investing heavily in treatment, technology, and facilities. We offer excellent career progression, flexible working conditions, and a supportive environment to care for our employees. Benefits include:

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), with buy/sell options
• Private Healthcare Insurance
• Private pension contributions
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance, Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Staff discounts and flexible benefits

Culture and values:

We believe exceptional care starts with our people. Our core values are:

• Recognition of individual uniqueness
• Kindness and compassion
• Honesty, integrity, fairness
• Loyalty, respect, dignity

Reasonable adjustments:

We support bringing your full self to work, offering flexible arrangements and adjustments to ensure everyone feels comfortable and valued.