Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience, plus bonus HCA Healthcare UK is seeking an outstanding Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to join the Executive team at The Harborne Hospital, Birmingham. This pivotal C‑suite leadership role is responsible for clinical quality, patient safety, and the delivery of exceptional care across the facility. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, you will provide visible strategic leadership across nursing and allied health professions, ensuring the highest standards of clinical excellence, governance, and patient experience. Responsibilities
Provide executive leadership for all nursing and allied health services. Lead the delivery of the Quality and Governance Framework, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards. Act as the senior accountable leader for patient safety, clinical quality, and patient experience. Drive a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and excellence in care delivery. Lead clinical governance, risk management, and assurance processes across the facility. Serve as Safeguarding Lead, ensuring effective partnership working and governance frameworks. Work closely with the CEO and Executive team to shape and deliver the hospital’s strategic direction. Lead workforce planning, ensuring safe staffing levels, capability and skill mix. Inspire and develop high‑performing clinical leadership teams. Essential Qualifications
Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration. Significant senior leadership experience within complex healthcare environments. Strong track record in clinical governance, quality improvement, and patient safety. Experience leading large, multidisciplinary clinical teams. Commercial awareness, including budgeting and operational performance management. Desirable Qualifications
Postgraduate qualification in leadership, management or a related field. Experience in independent healthcare.
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