Clinical Nurse Manager

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Clinical Nurse Manager - General Surgery Ward
Location: London: The London Bridge Hospital
Full time: 37.5 hours per week
Shift times: Monday - Friday

Permanent contract
Salary: Competitive dependent on Experience

We're looking for a Clinical Nurse Manager to join the General Surgery inpatients ward at The London Bridge Hospital, currently rated "Outstanding" by the CQC.

The Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM) for the General Surgery Ward plays a pivotal role in enhancing patient experiences and delivering exceptional clinical and professional leadership to the ward team. This position provides mentorship and support to junior staff, serving as both a clinical expert and role model. The CNM ensures that the highest standards of care are maintained through rigorous monitoring of both personal and team clinical competence. This role also involves responsibility for fostering development initiatives, implementing evidence-based practices, and delivering a quality service to patients, their families, and other stakeholders.

The CNM is responsible for managing daily operations within the ward, adhering to budgetary guidelines, and meeting workforce planning objectives. The role requires active promotion of the ward within LBH and HCA, as well as participation in relevant forums to drive continuous improvement.

What you'll bring:

• Experience in liver and renal transplantation essential
• Minimum of 5 years of post-registration experience, with at least 3 years in a similar setting (e.g., General Surgery, Colorectal, Hepatobiliary, Maxillofacial, Breast, ENT, Urology)
• Specialty certification relevant to the General Surgery Ward
• Certification in Teaching, Assessing, or Mentorship Desirable
• Management qualification preferred but not essential

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world's leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we're one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That's why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Clinical Nurse Manager in our General surgery ward you'll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Diversity and Inclusion

Patients first. Colleagues always. That's the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we're creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That's why we're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.