Job summary
We are looking to recruit someone who is passionate about patient safety. The role of the Clinical Risk Advisor is a key role within the Trust. The successful candidate will lead on incident management and investigations, risk assessments and safety training. They are a key trust resource who will embed a culture of proactive risk management and patient safety through a systems-based process of investigation. The postholder will contribute to an efficient, compassionate, professional and comprehensive service working with the teams to set the standards, promote and drive improvements for complainants, patients, their families and their carers across the Trust. You must have excellent communication skills, a keen eye for detail, be adaptable, flexible, and innovative. You must have the ability to work on your own as well as within a team and be highly motivated to deliver excellence.
The post will be based at the Chelsea or Sutton site of The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, however as the specialties are cross site, the post holder is also expected to work at the Cheslea, Sutton, Kingston and Cavendish Square sites.
For further information please contact Lizanne Matthew, Patient Safety Manager and Harm Free Care Lead, Lizanne.Matthew@rmh.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
1.1. The purpose of this job is to assist the Patient Safety Manager, Head of Patient Safety and Complaints, PALS, Bereavement & Patient Information Manager as well as supporting the Risk Management Team in the development and implementation of all patient safety, clinical and non-clinical risk management arrangements. Helping to embed a culture of proactive risk management and patient safety through a systems-based process of investigation. The postholder will contribute to an efficient, compassionate, professional and comprehensive service working with the teams to set the standards, promote and drive improvements for complainants, patients, their families and their carers across the Trust.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
2.1 Support the continual development of a culture where Risk Management is integral to all of the Trusts processes.2.2 Be an expert in the field of risk management providing advice and support for all staff.2.3 Assist the Trust with the strategic planning of the risk management agenda to meet both national and internal targets.2.4 To be proactive in identifying areas of risk and bringing them to the attention of local staff and the Head of Patient Safety in a timely manner.2.5 Provide advice and support to the relevant senior managers who have a designated lead responsibility for ensuring the Trust meets required risk management standards.2.6 Support the continued development of the Trusts risk register.2.7 Assist the heads of department to identify and implement risk registers and risk control action plans within their areas.2.8 Monitor and review progress against the agreed action plans in support of the Care Quality Commissions Fundamental Standards.2.9 Coordinate risk management external reviews.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
2.1 Support the continual development of a culture where Risk Management is integral to all of the Trusts processes.2.2 Be an expert in the field of risk management providing advice and support for all staff.2.3 Assist the Trust with the strategic planning of the risk management agenda to meet both national and internal targets.2.4 To be proactive in identifying areas of risk and bringing them to the attention of local staff and the Head of Patient Safety in a timely manner.2.5 Provide advice and support to the relevant senior managers who have a designated lead responsibility for ensuring the Trust meets required risk management standards.2.6 Support the continued development of the Trusts risk register.2.7 Assist the heads of department to identify and implement risk registers and risk control action plans within their areas.2.8 Monitor and review progress against the agreed action plans in support of the Care Quality Commissions Fundamental Standards.2.9 Coordinate risk management external reviews.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- First level registration nurse, allied health care professional. In the absence of registration the applicant must have had significant experience in a similar risk management related role
Desirable
- Evidence of ongoing professional development and study in relevant topic e.g. Diploma in Clinical Risk and Claims Management, Systems-based training techniques, Health & Safety certificate, IOSH Managing safely certificate
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in a similar risk management and patient safety position.
- Experience with incident reporting and PSIRF /systembased investigations
- Evidence of leading in the management of change.
- Experience in working in an NHS organisation
- An understanding of Patient Safety and Risk Management systems.
- Understanding of the LFPSE / Care Quality Commission
- Experience of creating and delivering training in investigation and risk methodologies.
- Experience of initiating and delivering Quality Improvement projects.
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Work independently and within a team.
- Competent computer skills.
- Ability to produce reports of a high standard.
- Presentation & teaching skills.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Determination to improve Risk Management processes
- Ability to listen and to seek to understand the realities of clinical practice
- Ability not to be intimidated
- Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to liaise with multi professional teams.
- Ability to manage conflict.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- First level registration nurse, allied health care professional. In the absence of registration the applicant must have had significant experience in a similar risk management related role
Desirable
- Evidence of ongoing professional development and study in relevant topic e.g. Diploma in Clinical Risk and Claims Management, Systems-based training techniques, Health & Safety certificate, IOSH Managing safely certificate
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in a similar risk management and patient safety position.
- Experience with incident reporting and PSIRF /systembased investigations
- Evidence of leading in the management of change.
- Experience in working in an NHS organisation
- An understanding of Patient Safety and Risk Management systems.
- Understanding of the LFPSE / Care Quality Commission
- Experience of creating and delivering training in investigation and risk methodologies.
- Experience of initiating and delivering Quality Improvement projects.
Skills Abilities/knowledge
Essential
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Work independently and within a team.
- Competent computer skills.
- Ability to produce reports of a high standard.
- Presentation & teaching skills.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Determination to improve Risk Management processes
- Ability to listen and to seek to understand the realities of clinical practice
- Ability not to be intimidated
- Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to liaise with multi professional teams.
- Ability to manage conflict.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
