Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Lead Nurse - Paediatric Emergency Care
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An Exciting Opportunity for a Lead Nurse
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and inspirational senior nurse to join the Care Division of Medicine as Lead Nurse for the Paediatric Emergency Department, Clinical Bed Coordinators, and Outpatients Services at RMCH. The key leadership role provides visible professional, clinical, and operational leadership across nursing and AHP services, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality patient care in line with regulatory and professional standards.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the MDT team to drive quality improvement, patient safety, workforce development, and service transformation aligned to the trust strategic aims.
- Support the “One MFT” clinical leadership approach by working collaboratively with multi-professional colleagues.
- Work in collaboration with Trust corporate colleagues supporting relevant agendas for research and innovation within the Clinical Group.
Who Should Apply
We are seeking experienced MFT leaders currently working at Band 8a or above, who:
- Have a proven track record of delivering high standards of governance, safety, and service improvement.
- Demonstrate inclusive, compassionate leadership and an ability to inspire teams.
- Are ready to contribute to Clinical Group priorities and shape the future of nursing and AHP’s in the Divisions of Paediatric Emergency Medicine and Outpatients.
The Lead Nurse will support the Head of Nursing in the professional development of nurses and allied health professionals (AHP) at all levels within the Clinical Group and will champion and embed a culture of quality improvement, research, and innovation (R&I), ensuring that all services are of high quality now and in the future.
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The Lead Nurse will provide clinical and professional leadership and line management to nursing and allied health professional (AHP) staff across the Care Division. The post holder will be accountable to the Care Division’s Head of Nursing, providing visible leadership across a clinical service setting, monitoring, and maintaining professional high standards. The post holder is an innovative and dynamic practitioner committed to delivering high standards of patient care, with a focus on quality, patient safety and compliance, and patient experience. The post holder will also participate in the delivery of clinical governance and any regulatory and/or statutory requirements pertinent to the Care Division.
The Lead Nurse will be an integral member of the Care Division management and senior nursing team, providing support to implement and monitor progress on delivery of the Trust strategy and objectives within the Care Division. The post holder will support the Head of Nursing in defining the Care Division’s nursing and AHP objectives to meet Trust strategic aims, ensuring that quality standards and statutory and regulatory requirements are met.
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT)
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence, and driven to deliver innovation and continuous improvement.
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Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits, contact:
Name: Heather Jackson
Job Title: Head of Nursing Care Division of Medicine
Email Address: heather.jackson@mft.nhs.uk
Telephone Number: 0161 7015465
To arrange a discussion, contact my PA:
PA: Magdalena Matuszewska
Email: magdalenea.matuszwska@mft.nhs.uk
An alternative contact is Clare.ryan@mft.nhs.uk
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