South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Theatre Manager

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Job summary

There are so many reasons to join our team at Sunderland Eye Infirmary.

Aside from our fantastic staff, we have lots of exciting things going on.

Our plans for ourEye Hospital in Sunderland are taking shape and will be our new home, with work due to start later this year.

The new hospital means Sunderland will remain home to the regions only dedicated standalone eye hospital. It will strengthen our excellent reputation across the NHS, both regionally and nationally as a centre of excellence for o

ophthalmology care.

We also never stay still when it comes to discovering new and better treatments. As one of the few specialist eye hospitals in the country, research and using developing technology is a key part of our work. We encourage innovation and research in everything we do. There is always something to get involved in.

If you share our vision for'excellence in all that we do', wed love you to join us!

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Sunderland Eye Infirmary for a Band 7 Theatre Manager.

The successful candidate will have the exciting opportunity in the future to manage the purpose-built Theatres and DOSA Unit in the new state-of-the-art Sunderland Eye Hospital situated in Sunderland city centre which is expected to open in 2025.

Main duties of the job

The role will be leading the theatre department team and ensuring the day-to-day operation reflects the highest standard of governance, clinical effectiveness, and standards of care. You will be an experienced Theatre Practitioner using your advanced knowledge and experience to guide and support your team whilst actively being involved in the delivery of patient care. You will be responsible for the logistical and procedural processes within the team, ensuring policy and governance is strictly adhered to whilst maintaining the smooth operation of the team.

We are looking for a highly motivated, dynamic, enthusiastic Registered Adult Nurse who has extensive post registration experience, some of which will be at band 6 level within Ophthalmology.

You will be responsible for the 24/7 availability of SEI Theatres for both elective and emergency ophthalmic procedures. You will be rostered Monday to Friday, however you will be included in the on call roster for SEI which includes, weekends and bank holidays.

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

Details

Date posted

15 May 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£41,659 to £47,672 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-OP-NM-0523-41

Job locations

Sunderland Eye Infirmary

Queen Alexandra Road

Sunderland

SR2 9HP


Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Main Purpose of the Job

  • The Ward/Department Manager has 24 hour accountability for patient safety and patient experience on their ward/department, including line management of their staff.
  • They must deliver high quality nursing care by ensuring appropriate systems and processes are in place to provide the continuity of safe and effective care at all times.
  • They will act as a champion for professional accountability and standards, ensuring that professional practices are in line with the requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), and Trust Policy.
  • Ensure environmental standards and cleanliness of the ward/department are maintained in line with Trust and National standards.
  • Effectively manage the ward/department nursing resource, ensuring that staff rotas are able to deliver safe and effective patient care.
  • Support and contribute to the development of patient care and nursing practice within the Directorate. Supervising junior staff. Contribute to Trust wide projects as required.
  • Ensure effective line management of staff and ensure they are supported in performing to their full potential. Ensure junior staff have appropriate support and supervision and are appropriately assessed.
  • To comply with the trusts vision, values and behavioural compact.

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Main Purpose of the Job

  • The Ward/Department Manager has 24 hour accountability for patient safety and patient experience on their ward/department, including line management of their staff.
  • They must deliver high quality nursing care by ensuring appropriate systems and processes are in place to provide the continuity of safe and effective care at all times.
  • They will act as a champion for professional accountability and standards, ensuring that professional practices are in line with the requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), and Trust Policy.
  • Ensure environmental standards and cleanliness of the ward/department are maintained in line with Trust and National standards.
  • Effectively manage the ward/department nursing resource, ensuring that staff rotas are able to deliver safe and effective patient care.
  • Support and contribute to the development of patient care and nursing practice within the Directorate. Supervising junior staff. Contribute to Trust wide projects as required.
  • Ensure effective line management of staff and ensure they are supported in performing to their full potential. Ensure junior staff have appropriate support and supervision and are appropriately assessed.
  • To comply with the trusts vision, values and behavioural compact.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current NMC Registration (Level 1 adult nurse)
  • Degree in nursing studies or healthcare related subject (UK equivalent)
  • Masters level study, or equivalent specialist study/experience
  • Mentorship certificate/ Practice Assessor training or demonstrable equivalent experience

Desirable

  • Management and leadership training
  • ILM qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Extensive post registration experience, some of which will be at a senior level within the required specialist area of practice
  • Experience of change management
  • Thorough understanding of contemporary nursing issues
  • Experience of leading a team
  • Evidence of innovation in practice
  • Participation in recruitment and selection process
  • Demonstrable Ophthalmology experience

Desirable

  • Experience of working at Band 6 and/or Band 7
  • Experience of service redesign

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Evidence of leadership qualities
  • Awareness of national health and social care policy
  • Knowledge of best practice in area of specialism
  • Thorough understanding of expanded roles/professional practice issues
  • Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information, where persuasive, motivational, negotiating, training, empathic or reassurance skills are required
  • Able to work without supervision
  • Competent in the use of Microsoft office packages
  • Proven interpersonal skills
  • Practice assessor/ supervision skills
  • Appraisal skills
  • Evidence of competency in relation to nursing practices appropriate to the post

Desirable

  • Understanding of budget and financial control systems
  • Research skills

Physical Skills

Essential

  • Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current NMC Registration (Level 1 adult nurse)
  • Degree in nursing studies or healthcare related subject (UK equivalent)
  • Masters level study, or equivalent specialist study/experience
  • Mentorship certificate/ Practice Assessor training or demonstrable equivalent experience

Desirable

  • Management and leadership training
  • ILM qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Extensive post registration experience, some of which will be at a senior level within the required specialist area of practice
  • Experience of change management
  • Thorough understanding of contemporary nursing issues
  • Experience of leading a team
  • Evidence of innovation in practice
  • Participation in recruitment and selection process
  • Demonstrable Ophthalmology experience

Desirable

  • Experience of working at Band 6 and/or Band 7
  • Experience of service redesign

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Evidence of leadership qualities
  • Awareness of national health and social care policy
  • Knowledge of best practice in area of specialism
  • Thorough understanding of expanded roles/professional practice issues
  • Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information, where persuasive, motivational, negotiating, training, empathic or reassurance skills are required
  • Able to work without supervision
  • Competent in the use of Microsoft office packages
  • Proven interpersonal skills
  • Practice assessor/ supervision skills
  • Appraisal skills
  • Evidence of competency in relation to nursing practices appropriate to the post

Desirable

  • Understanding of budget and financial control systems
  • Research skills

Physical Skills

Essential

  • Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sunderland Eye Infirmary

Queen Alexandra Road

Sunderland

SR2 9HP


Employer's website

https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sunderland Eye Infirmary

Queen Alexandra Road

Sunderland

SR2 9HP


Employer's website

https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Matron

Peter Savage

peter.savage11@nhs.net

01915656256

Details

Date posted

15 May 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£41,659 to £47,672 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-OP-NM-0523-41

Job locations

Sunderland Eye Infirmary

Queen Alexandra Road

Sunderland

SR2 9HP


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