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Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and experienced senior nurse to lead a Nursing Team at Bedford Hospital.

We are looking for a reliable, motivated and enthusiastic Unit Manager to manage our Acute assessment  unit team. A proven track record in managing change and leading teams through change is essential.

The individual will be required to provide clinical leadership and direction to the unit team. The successful candidate should be a team player, communicator and a good administrator with clinical governance and management experience.

The applicant will have energy, commitment and the desire to develop nurses in this particular area of healthcare. The role involves managerial activity and clinical input ensuring that high quality standards are set out and to maintain a high standard of holistic, quality care within a multi-disciplinary setting.

The applicant will be expected to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills along with the ability to sensitively manage change.

The individual will also need to provide evidence of continuous professional development

Main duties of the job

We are searching for a confident committed clinical leader who is driven by challenges and can demonstrate personal resilience whilst  working in a fast moving and changing care environment. You should have experience of staff and change management,  motivating and empowering your team to ensure consistently high standards of care are set and delivered.

The post holder will be responsible for the provision and delivery of care to acute medical patients admitted directly to the unit from  A&E.

The post holder will be accountable for co-ordinating patient care and  management of resources and performance of staff whilst ensuring  safe and effective clinical practice.

To lead, manage and develop team performance, promote professionalism and trust.

Ensure efficient and effective use of resources, managing a devolved budget

Working for our organisation

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton.  Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.