Job Ref: ID 32601
Salary: £54,234 - £67,047 pa (depending on experience)
Are you a natural leader who wants to lead and inspire others from the front, fostering a culture of high quality midwifery and nursing practice? Do you want to make a difference to the community while working in an offshore location with close links to the UK?
The Princess Elizabeth Hospital in Guernsey is seeking a highly experienced registered midwife lead, to inspire and develop the maternity and children’s nursing team to deliver high quality care that meets the needs of women and children.
You will need to have experience in providing a strategic vision and direction, professional expertise and visible leadership in order to develop the Maternity and Acute Children’s Nursing services, both in hospital and the community and fostering a culture of constant improvement.
In addition you will work in partnership with the Clinical Chair/Director to manage the delivery of national, corporate and locally defined targets.
Crucially, your advanced communication skills will be a key aspect of this role as you will need to maintain effective, professional and productive communications with all stakeholders.
Leading by example and being an active role model will be important as you support the development of professional strategies to ensure that staff development reflects the national and local agenda for health, taking a lead for revalidation of midwives and acute children nursing and ensuring staff are motivated and inspired to deliver the best service possible.
If you are looking for the opportunity to relocate to the beautiful island of Guernsey, with quick links to the UK and a rewarding and challenging career within a growing and forward-thinking service, then apply today!
Guernsey is the second largest of the Channel Islands, covering an area of 30 square miles and with a population of 65,000. It has some of Britain's finest and best-kept beaches, an especially mild and sunny climate, and the historic town of St. Peter Port which boasts the title of the prettiest harbour town in Europe. The Island’s rich and fascinating heritage is one of Guernsey’s outstanding features and is interwoven into modern day living, making it an interesting and exciting place to live. Opportunities for outdoor activities and island hopping are plentiful and with an island renowned for its cuisine and local produce, there are always food events, festivals and eateries to enjoy.
For an informal discussion please contact Jan Coleman on 01481 725241 or email: jan.coleman@gov.gg. Closing Date: 1 November 2016
