NHS Lead Nurse- Medicines Management

Practicus; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Lead Nurse to enhance patient safety and manage medical devices. This role is perfect for an experienced Registered General Nurse ready to take on leadership responsibilities in a supportive environment. You will be pivotal in ensuring compliance with professional standards while collaborating with the Corporate Nursing Division. If you are passionate about improving healthcare and have the necessary skills, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in the healthcare sector.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration required.
• Senior nursing experience at Band 8a or 8b level is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead on Medical Devices and Medicines Management ensuring compliance.
• Support the Medical Device Safety Officer with managing device assets.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Medical Device Management

Infection Prevention & Control (IPC)

Team Collaboration

Acute Hospital Experience

Mental Health Knowledge

Education

Registered General Nurse (RGN)

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated Lead Nurse (Band 8b) – Medicines Management to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Registered General Nurse (RGN) to lead and support key areas in medical device and medicines management. As part of our team, you’ll play a vital role in improving patient safety standards, supporting the Medical Device Safety Officer (MDSO), and contributing to the corporate nursing division’s ongoing efforts in ensuring high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead on Medical Devices and Medicines Management and ensuring compliance with professional standards.
2. Support the Medical Device Safety Officer with managing device assets, registers, and maintenance.
3. Address capacity issues, particularly with ECGs and other critical equipment.
4. Collaborate with the Corporate Nursing Division.
5. Maintain Professional Standards working with infection prevention & control (IPC) guidelines, and support resuscitation and mortality processes.
6. Bridge Physical Health Needs in Mental Health Care by providing essential support in addressing physical health skills gaps among mental health nurses.

Experience & Skills Required:

1. Registered General Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration.
2. Senior nursing experience at Band 8a or Band 8b level.
3. Acute hospital experience preferred.
4. Mental health knowledge is an advantage but not essential.
5. Strong leadership and organizational skills.
6. Ability to manage medical devices and medicines effectively.
7. Knowledge of infection prevention & control (IPC).
8. Excellent communication skills and team collaboration.

Why Work with Practicus?

We’ve been supporting the NHS with the provision of senior interims since 2004. We care about what we do as much as you care about what you do. If you feel you could help my client and the many people whose lives would be improved and enriched by the successful delivery of this portfolio, then I’d absolutely love to hear from you.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care