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Job summary

Main area
Digital Healthcare
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
223-DLN-422
Employer
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
1 Douglas Court
Town
Shrewsbury
Salary
£47,810 - £54,710 per annum/pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
Today at 23:59
Interview date
22/07/2025

Employer heading

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust logo

Digital Lead Nurse / AHP

NHS AfC: Band 7

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/AHP 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 a number of digital projects including digitisation of records, communication systems, electronic prescribing and administration and a range of other applications that will significantly improve patient safety and quality of care. You will oversee a number of these projects, 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 these projects.

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 our 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.

Person specification

Education

Essential criteria
  • Relevant Healthcare Degree
  • Registration with appropriate Professional Body (NMC/AHP)
Desirable criteria
  • Masters Degree or equivalent experience
  • Project/change management qualification
  • Clinical Risk Management training/qualification

Knowledge, Behaviours and Experience

Essential criteria
  • Extensive experience in clinical practice as a senior nurse/manager
  • Sounds working knowledge of medicines management
  • Change management experience
  • Experience of working across professional boundaries, able to enthuse and inspire others using advanced communication and presentation skills
  • Experience of clinical information systems
  • Experience and knowledge of the wider NHS informatics agenda
  • Sound knowledge and skills in EPR functionality including care planning, risk assessment and physical health care
  • Knowledge and experience of quality governance
Desirable criteria
  • Experience implementing clinical information systems
  • Experience of EPMA implementation
  • Project management experience

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this post will be closed. Early applications are advised.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Joshua Pagden
Job title
Chief Nursing Information Officer
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
07709715321
Additional information

For an informal conversation or visit please contact Alison Kerr-Gold at [email protected]

If you have problems applying, contact

Address
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Shrewsbury Business Park
1 Douglas Court
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6LG
Telephone
01743 492402
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