Senior Sister

Job overview

Responsible for the effective and efficient operational day to day management of the department

To lead, manage and develop the team to deliver the care

Clinical leadership and team working

Ensure effective use of resources

Ensure effective succession planning at all Bands

Continuous quality improvement and promote a clean and safe environment for staff and patients

Act as a visible role model in setting and maintaining expected standards

To undertake and supervise clinical practise and be an inspirational member of the team.

Main duties of the job

To be professionally accountable and maintain the standards of professional practice as set by the appropriate regulatory body applicable to your profession or role.

In a supervisory role, utilise supervision of clinical practice, clinical audit, research, and teaching, to set, monitor and improve standards of care in addition to efficient and effective use of resources.

To be accountable for:

• Ensuring safe and effective clinical practice
• Enhancing the patient’s experience
• Managing and developing the performance of the team
• Ensuring effective contribution to the delivery of the organisation’s objectives
• Deputising for Matron

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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