Theatre Manager

TN United Kingdom; Taunton; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in private healthcare is seeking a Theatre Clinical Head of Department to lead a skilled team at their Taunton Hospital. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape high-quality perioperative care while driving a culture of patient safety and clinical excellence. With a focus on mentorship and team development, you will play a crucial role in enhancing patient experiences and operational effectiveness. Join a team committed to making a real difference in healthcare, backed by a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes your well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Free Financial Advice

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Emotional Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• Qualified RGN/ODP with NMC/HCPC registration and mentorship qualification.
• Significant nursing management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong clinical leadership for a team of nurses and ODPs.
• Assume accountability for clinical effectiveness and operational management.
• Develop the team through mentorship and training.

Skills

Nursing Management

Clinical Leadership

Mentorship

Patient Safety Culture

Education

Registered General Nurse (RGN)

Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)

Mentorship Qualification

Job description

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Taunton Hospital | Nursing | Permanent | Full time

Salary - £54,000-£57,000 per annum, depending on experience

37.5 hours per week

Nuffield Health is Britain's largest Healthcare Charity. This is your opportunity to make a real difference. Bring your management experience to actively contribute to our service development, policies, and strategies, and help shape the highest standards of care. We're committed to improving the health of the nation, and it starts with you.

Role: Theatre Clinical Head of Department

As a Theatre Clinical Head of Department at Nuffield Health Taunton Hospital, you will be a qualified RGN/ODP with NMC/HCPC registration and a mentorship qualification. You will possess significant nursing management experience, be organized, highly motivated, and engaged.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strong clinical leadership for a team of highly qualified nurses and Operating Department Practitioners.
• Assume overall accountability for clinical effectiveness and operational management to deliver high-quality perioperative care.
• Utilize your knowledge to help shape a superior patient experience.
• Develop your team through mentorship and training.
• Support the development of local strategies.

How you will do this:

• Drive a strong patient safety culture throughout the department, encouraging staff to report safety concerns.
• Collaborate with the Director of Clinical Services to evaluate departmental structures and processes, ensuring effective workforce management and service delivery that meets patient, staff, and clinical needs.
• Build strong working relationships with other clinical leaders within the hospital to enhance patient care and service delivery.
• Take on additional responsibilities and extend scope of practice as needed, e.g., Surgical First Assistant.
• Seek opportunities to evaluate and improve patient experience based on feedback, complaints, and accolades.
• Lead, coach, and mentor the departmental team, promoting evidence-based and innovative practices, fostering a culture of openness and safety.
• Contribute to the development of nurses and nursing practice through leading clinical projects and supporting training initiatives.

Additional benefits:

We want you to feel good about coming to work. Our benefits package includes private healthcare, free financial advice, cycle-to-work scheme, emotional wellbeing support, and more. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what matters to you.

About Nuffield Health Taunton Hospital:

We are a leading provider of private healthcare in the South West, with a reputation for clinical excellence and outstanding patient care. Our modern hospital features three state-of-the-art Ultra Clean Air operating theatres, an endoscopy suite, 41 private en-suite bedrooms, and 11 outpatient consultation rooms. Our specialties include orthopedics, spinal surgery, ophthalmology, dermatology, bariatric treatments, and diagnostic imaging. Our recent CQC inspection rated us as 'Good' overall, with 'Outstanding' for leadership.

Join us:

If you find this opportunity appealing, apply now. We review applications as they come and may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications. Apply promptly to be considered for this role.