Posted: 20 April
The role
Nursing Manager – Pre-Assessment | Spire Parkway Hospital | Solihull | Full Time | Permanent | Excellent Benefits
This is a pivotal leadership opportunity to shape exceptional patient journeys from the very first interaction. As Nursing Manager for Pre‑Assessment, you will lead a highly skilled clinical team, set the benchmark for quality and patient experience, and drive an efficient, forward‑thinking service that supports outstanding surgical outcomes. The role offers genuine scope to influence practice, develop talent, and deliver sustainable improvements within a high‑performing, patient‑centred environment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
As Nursing Manager for Pre‑Assessment, you will hold full accountability for the clinical, professional and operational leadership of the service. Key responsibilities will include:
Providing strategic and operational leadership of the Pre‑Assessment service, ensuring the delivery of consistently safe, effective and high‑quality patient careLeading the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care across multiple clinical teams, ensuring best practice and patient‑centred pathwaysActing as a visible and credible senior clinical leader, developing and motivating teams through effective performance management, coaching and professional developmentDriving operational performance against agreed key performance indicators, ensuring the efficient, sustainable running of the departmentEmbedding strong clinical governance, risk management and quality improvement frameworks into everyday practiceLeading clinical audit programmes, service evaluations and improvement initiatives, translating findings into meaningful and measurable outcomesEnsuring full compliance with all regulatory, statutory and professional requirements, including CQC standards and NMC Code of ConductManaging resources responsibly, including workforce planning, rota management and stock control, in partnership with finance and operational colleaguesBuilding effective, collaborative relationships with consultants, senior leaders and external stakeholders to support service delivery and future growthChampioning innovation and continuous improvement to enhance service efficiency, patient experience and clinical outcomesPromoting a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring a respectful, supportive and inclusive working environmentMaintaining the highest standards of information governance, ensuring patient data is managed accurately, securely and in line with data protection legislationWho we are looking for:
We’re seeking an experienced and credible senior nurse leader with the expertise, judgement and drive to lead a high‑performing Pre‑Assessment service. You will bring:
Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the NMCProven experience in a Ward Manager, Department Manager or equivalent senior clinical leadership rolePrevious experience within the independent healthcare sector (desirable but highly advantageous)Significant perioperative nursing experience, with a strong understanding of patient pathwaysDemonstrable experience in clinical audit, governance, risk management and quality improvement initiativesA recognised management or leadership qualification, or active progression towards oneClear evidence of ongoing continuous professional development and commitment to maintaining clinical excellenceHighly developed leadership, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to influence at senior levelsA proactive, forward‑thinkingapproach, with the confidence to drive service development and continuous improvementWorking Hours: Full Time 37.5hrs pw
Contract: Permanent
Benefits:
We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidaysPrivate medical insuranceFree Bupa Wellness Screening Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options‘Spire for you’ reward platform – discount and cashback for over 100 retailersLife assuranceWe commit to our employee’s well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.
