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Clinical Leader Emergency Department

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University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust

10d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level

AI generated summary

  • You must ensure high-quality patient care, provide leadership, manage staff training, maintain standards, oversee safety, and support staff development in the Emergency Department.
  • You will lead care delivery, ensure staff training, maintain a safe environment, manage resources, support recruitment, and integrate patient feedback into practice improvements.

Requirements

  • - Continuing responsibility for the delivery of care needs and maintenance of Clinical Standards on the ward/dept.
  • - Provide effective leadership and support to all grades of staff, planning and directing activities to provide the optimal standard of care.
  • - Ensure that the ward/dept is clean and provides a safe environment for patients and staff.
  • - To deputise for the Ward/Dept Manager when required.
  • - Participate in Directorate/site management responsibilities.
  • - Professional Leadership/Management
  • - Co-ordinate the provision of high quality patient care, ensuring that the service continually meets the needs of patients.
  • - Ensure all staff are aware of their role and responsibilities.
  • - Operate the scheme of delegation, as directed by the Ward/Dept Manger, so that staff are aware of their responsibilities and accountabilities for patient care.
  • - Ensure that all staff (including students, temporary, part time nursing staff and junior members of the multidisciplinary clinical teams) are trained and educated in the appropriate skills to deliver competent and timely patient care.
  • - Provide support to all staff (including students, temporary, part time nursing staff and junior members of the multidisciplinary clinical teams) to ensure they are supported and supervised in a way that promotes patient well-being and staff development.
  • - Assist Ward/Dept Manager with recruitment and selection of staff.
  • - Responsible for stock levels on ward/dept with manager.
  • - Responsible for staff cover e.g: Duty Rota
  • - Bleep Holders site/service.
  • - Development of protocols within Clinical Areas.
  • - Responsibility to safeguard Patients Property.
  • - Supervise the effective utilisation of the nursing resource to provide a safe level of patient care taking into account individual staff preferences and financial constraints.
  • - Act as an effective role model for all ward staff.
  • - Ensure patient/carer views are sought and incorporated into the development and improvement of practice.

Responsibilities

  • Continuing responsibility for the delivery of care needs and maintenance of Clinical Standards on the ward/dept.
  • Provide effective leadership and support to all grades of staff, planning and directing activities to provide the optimal standard of care.
  • Ensure that the ward/dept is clean and provides a safe environment for patients and staff.
  • To deputise for the Ward/Dept Manager when required.
  • Participate in Directorate/site management responsibilities.
  • Co-ordinate the provision of high quality patient care, ensuring that the service continually meets the needs of patients.
  • Ensure all staff are aware of their role and responsibilities.
  • Operate the scheme of delegation, as directed by the Ward/Dept Manager, so that staff are aware of their responsibilities and accountabilities for patient care.
  • Ensure that all staff (including students, temporary, part time nursing staff and junior members of the multidisciplinary clinical teams) are trained and educated in the appropriate skills to deliver competent and timely patient care.
  • Provide support to all staff (including students, temporary, part time nursing staff and junior members of the multidisciplinary clinical teams) to ensure they are supported and supervised in a way that promotes patient well-being and staff development.
  • Assist Ward/Dept Manager with recruitment and selection of staff.
  • Responsible for stock levels on ward/dept with manager.
  • Responsible for staff cover e.g: Duty Rota.
  • Bleep Holders site/service.
  • Development of protocols within Clinical Areas.
  • Responsibility to safeguard Patients Property.
  • Supervise the effective utilisation of the nursing resource to provide a safe level of patient care taking into account individual staff preferences and financial constraints.
  • Act as an effective role model for all ward staff.
  • Ensure patient/carer views are sought and incorporated into the development and improvement of practice.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the Clinical Leader in the Emergency Department?

The Clinical Leader is responsible for the delivery of care needs, maintenance of clinical standards, effective leadership and support to staff, ensuring a safe and clean environment, and coordinating high-quality patient care.

Will I need to provide training to nursing staff?

Yes, the Clinical Leader will ensure that all staff, including temporary and part-time nursing staff, are trained in the appropriate skills necessary to deliver competent and timely patient care.

What role does the Clinical Leader play in staff recruitment?

The Clinical Leader assists the Ward/Dept Manager with the recruitment and selection of staff.

Is the Clinical Leader responsible for patient safety?

Yes, the Clinical Leader has a responsibility to safeguard patients' property and ensure a safe environment for both patients and staff.

What is the reporting structure for this role?

The Clinical Leader reports directly to the Ward/Dept Manager and may deputize for them when required.

Do I need to supervise other staff members?

Yes, the Clinical Leader is responsible for providing support and supervision to all staff, ensuring they are supported in ways that promote patient well-being and staff development.

What type of hospitals does the organization operate?

The organization operates from three main hospitals: Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, along with several community health care facilities.

Will I be involved in clinical protocol development?

Yes, the Clinical Leader is responsible for the development of protocols within clinical areas.

Can I contact someone for further information about the role?

Yes, you can contact Heather Collinge, the Ward Manager, at heather.collinge@mbht.nhs.uk or call 01229491043 for further details or informal visits.

Will I have any responsibilities related to resource management?

Yes, the Clinical Leader is responsible for managing stock levels within the ward/department and ensuring the effective utilization of nursing resources to provide safe patient care.

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust

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1998
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Mission & Purpose

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMBT) delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the Morecambe Bay area, including acute, elective, and emergency care. Their ultimate mission is to provide outstanding, compassionate care to improve the health and well-being of their community. Their purpose is to ensure high-quality treatment and support, promote health and wellness, and continuously enhance patient experiences through excellence in clinical practice and innovation.