The Deputy Associate Director of Nursing will work closely with departments, directorates, and Trust-wide professional teams to support operational performance while maintaining high standards of quality and governance.
Reporting to the Directorate Quadrumvirate and professionally accountable to the Associate Director of Nursing, this role will support the delivery of excellent care across the Care Groups, with a specific focus on leading Quality Improvement initiatives through HDFT Impact.
The Deputy Associate Director of Nursing will ensure patient-centered care, prioritizing quality, safety, and effective clinical practice. The post holder should be an experienced registrant with clinical credibility and visibility in clinical areas. Additionally, the role requires deputizing for the Associate Director of Nursing when needed.
Interviews are scheduled for 27th June.
Key Responsibilities:
* Inclusive leadership, professional standards, and accountability
* Governance, patient safety, and quality
* Service improvement and transformation
* Education, training, and development
* Environmental cleanliness and infection prevention and control
* Enhancing patient experience and reducing health inequalities
* Performance and operational oversight
* Information and digital technology
* Research and development
* Financial management
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for populations in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, Leeds, and parts of the North East. We provide outstanding care to patients and staff, valuing kindness, integrity, teamwork, and equality.
If you seek a rewarding NHS career where you can make a real difference, HDFT could be the right place for you.
We Offer Colleagues:
* A supportive culture allowing colleagues to bring their whole selves to work
* Recognition programs including Making a Difference, Team of the Month, and annual awards
* Employee support and wellbeing services, including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling, and physiotherapy services
Please Note:
* Posts may close early if sufficient applications are received due to high interest
* Visa sponsorship is role-dependent; ensure the role qualifies before applying
* Relocation packages are not provided for Agenda for Change roles
* All offers are subject to pre-employment checks
For further details or informal visits, contact:
Name: Julie Walker
Job Title: Associate Director of Nursing
Email: julie.walker76@nhs.net
Telephone: 07824803489
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