Job overview
Are you passionate about improving patient care and the capabilities of our clinical teams? We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Nurse who is passionate about digital innovation in healthcare. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in clinical nursing, excellent communication and leadership skills, and experience with digital healthcare systems.
This is a critical time in the Trust’s digital journey as we prepare to launch an electronic prescribing and administration project that will significantly improve patient safety and quality of care. You will oversee the implementation of the EPMA system, liaising with doctors, pharmacy staff and a range or other clinicians and IT specialists. You will ensure all clinical staff are adequately trained and will provide input into all aspects of this project.
The Digital Lead Nurse/AHP role will help lead the implementation of digital programmes at SaTH. This will encompass the engagement of clinical staff in capturing requirements, understanding clinical workflows and the provision of professional advice, enabling the use of digital technology to be embedded into clinical practice.
Main duties of the job
* The post holder will be expected to support the strategy, design, further development and optimisation of the digital clinical solutions across the Trust.
* Providing clinical leadership and experience to a range of digital/clinical projects
* To work with line managers, acting as a key player in leading change in practice, enabling the provision of high quality nursing care using digital as an enabler. Negotiating successful outcomes where resistance and challenges are encountered.
* Provide a leading role in the implementation of a range of applications, including the EPMA system, outlining requirements, assisting with the testing and sign-off of the clinical appropriateness and usability of the technology, identification of pilot wards/teams and engagement with the relevant Managers/Clinical teams.
* The post holder will contribute to clinical governance, and responsibility for setting and monitoring standards in the use of digital technology. Overseeing the safety of clinical systems, managing risk and ensuring compliance with relevant clinical safety policies, using clinical safety officer framework.
* Leading a network of digital Nurses/AHPs, Digital Champions, and Training/Floorwalking team members
* Communicating digital transformation ambitions and opportunities to the wider workforce
Working for your organisation
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.
We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full details of the responsibilities required for this role please refer to the attached document entitled job pack.
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