Job Description

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides child and adult mental health services, learning disability, wellbeing, older people's and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.



We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and want to reflect the diversity of our local communities within our teams. We welcome applications from all talented individuals with the relevant qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience

Job overview

The clinical bed management service are seeking an experienced, dynamic, senior nurse to lead the clinical team responsible for placement and flow of patients throughout Norfolk and Suffolk.



The ideal candidate will be clinically qualified and have extensive experience of working within Acute mental health with prior experience of managing patient flow.

Main duties of the job

Provide effective leadership and management to staff which promotes the Trust's values and high performance standards both individually and as a team, in the achievement of the Trust's objectives and priorities.



The poster holder will be expected to have extensive experience with bed management and patient flow and will be able to evidence a clear understanding of access / discharge standards and associated pathways.



Understand the Trust's key priorities and those of your Department and how these translate within your area/team.



Ensure clarity and effectiveness in developing and designing roles and services.



Ensure management of staff is consistent with Trust's Values to the achievement of equality, equity and optimum performance.



Complete annual Appraisals for all staff which reflect these priorities and ensure staff have access to appropriate training and development.



Communicate regularly through meetings with teams and individuals and provide opportunity for two-way feedback. Promote an effective team ethos.



Promote equality, diversity and rights, and treat others with dignity and respect ensuring services are developed, managed and delivered to meet the specific needs of those belonging to protected characteristics

Working for our organisation

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us?

We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Why Norfolk and Suffolk?

The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.

Person specification

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Qualifications

Essential criteria

Professional qualification in health or social care. Master's level qualification in management or leadership or equivalent relevant experience

Desirable criteria

Experience of managing mental health services #

Knowledge

Essential criteria

Good working knowledge of wider health and social care system and structures and legislations relevant to service areas. Knowledge of management tools, organisational systems and processes relevant to managing in an NHS organisation Knowledge of the philosophy, principles and national drivers underpinning services for people with mental health problems #

Skills

Essential criteria

Ability to develop oneself and others in leadership and service management. Ability to appraise, interpret and apply suggestions, recommendations and directives for improving. service areas

YOUR APPLICATION



We can provide all our job application materials in alternative formats so that these are accessible to everyone. Should you require any documents within this job pack in an alternative format, please do not hesitate to contact us at recruitment@nsft.nhs.uk.



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EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Apart from its legal duties in relation to equality and diversity, the Trust recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.


As a part of the Disability Confident Employer Guaranteed Interview Scheme we interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job vacancy (outlined in the Person Specification).. We encourage you to indicate your eligibility through TRAC jobs when applying.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post may be subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.


This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.