Job summary
The Clinical Leader has continuing responsibility for the delivery, assessment and evaluation of quality patient care within the speciality of obstetric theatres and recovery.
They will provide leadership and vision in theatres and recovery for the Directorate.
They will lead in developing junior staff, and provide management support to the Directorate Management Team. Clinical and managerial roles will overlap, as the needs of the service dictate.
They will also work as part of the Operational Band 7 and senior midwifery management team to meet departmental objectives and support and develop the work of the obstetric theatre service including staff training and development.
Main duties of the job
To provide management for the team of staff within obstetric theatres and recovery, for the smooth and effective running of the service, in accordance with UHB and Theatre Service policy and practice, and exercising appropriate leadership. To supervise the day-to-day work provided by the Obstetric Teams, in delivering service objectives. To maintain and utilise expert knowledge of the speciality teams utilising the theatres, theatre practice and healthcare issues, supporting and guiding the team to deliver service objectives.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registered Nurse or Midwife
Desirable
- MSc in relevant subject
- Leadership/management qualification
- IQT bronze qualification
Experience
Essential
- Previous relevant clinical experience
- Evidence of CPD
- Evidence of clinical leadership
- ITU/HDU care experience
Desirable
- Managerial or deputy role
- Evidence of change management
- Involvement in clinical audit
Skills
Essential
- Leadership skills
- Organisational skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Cannulation
Desirable
- Counselling and negotiating skills
- IT competent
- participation in clinical skills teaching
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registered Nurse or Midwife
Desirable
- MSc in relevant subject
- Leadership/management qualification
- IQT bronze qualification
Experience
Essential
- Previous relevant clinical experience
- Evidence of CPD
- Evidence of clinical leadership
- ITU/HDU care experience
Desirable
- Managerial or deputy role
- Evidence of change management
- Involvement in clinical audit
Skills
Essential
- Leadership skills
- Organisational skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Cannulation
Desirable
- Counselling and negotiating skills
- IT competent
- participation in clinical skills teaching
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.
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.
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).
