Outpatient Sister / Charge Nurse

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Oxford seeks a Nursing Team Leader for the Blenheim Head & Neck Outpatient Department. The role involves managing a team of nursing staff to ensure high standards of care, overseeing budgets, and ensuring adherence to Trust policies. Ideal candidates will have RN Level 1 qualifications and experience in team leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience of leading a team.
• Substantial CPD in management and clinical subjects.
• Awareness of general management including finance, HR, and business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a team of nursing staff in outpatient services.
• Ensure adherence to Trust policies and smooth patient journeys.
• Oversee budget management and coordinate care with clinical teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Management

Education

RN Level 1 with relevant diploma or degree

Teaching qualification 998 or equivalent

Job description

Job overview

The Blenheim Head & Neck Outpatient Department at the Churchill Hospital runs clinics for various specialties.

The role involves managing, communicating with, and leading a team of nursing staff, including Registered nurses, nursing assistants, AHPs, and technicians to deliver high standards of care within Outpatients.

You will oversee the daily management of the nursing team and ensure service needs are met, aligning with Government and Trust initiatives. The role also involves managing a defined budget.

Main duties of the job

Responsible for outpatient staff adherence to Trust policies, ensuring smooth patient journeys, resolving complaints, maintaining confidentiality, and liaising with clinical and administrative teams to coordinate care.

Person specification

• RN Level 1 with relevant diploma or degree
• Teaching qualification 998 or equivalent
• Experience of leading a team
• Substantial CPD in management and clinical subjects
• Awareness of general management including finance, HR, and business development