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AI generated summary

  • You should lead effectively, drive innovation and digital change, understand services from both organizational and patient perspectives, and build strong stakeholder relationships.
  • You will lead improvement, digital, and strategy initiatives, driving innovation and building relationships to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes.

Requirements

  • We are looking for a Director of Improvement to join Sherwood Forest Hospitals and join us on an exciting journey to realise our ambition of outstanding care, compassionate people and healthier communities.
  • The post holder will be responsible to the Chief Executive and Trust Board for leading the improvement, digital and strategy agendas across Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
  • I am looking for someone who can show that they lead in the right way and that can evidence what they deliver.
  • The Director of Improvement will apply expert insight to understand services provided not only from an organisational perspective but also through the lens of patients and service users.
  • The post holder will be expected to drive innovation, digital change and strategic improvement.
  • Establishing direct links between delivery of the strategy, digital, improvement strategies, performance, quality and safety, efficiency and productivity is a key feature of the role.
  • The Director of Improvement is expected to foster productive relationships with stakeholders to ensure the strategy, digital and improvement agendas are contemporary and future proof.

Responsibilities

  • The post holder will be responsible to the Chief Executive and Trust Board for leading the improvement, digital and strategy agendas across Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
  • The Director of Improvement will apply expert insight to understand services provided not only from an organisational perspective but also through the lens of patients and service users.
  • The post holder will be expected to drive innovation, digital change and strategic improvement.
  • Establishing direct links between delivery of the strategy, digital, improvement strategies, performance, quality and safety, efficiency and productivity is a key feature of the role.
  • The Director of Improvement will also act as a role model, providing expertise on the appropriate skills, methods and tools leaders and clinicians require to improve services and outcomes for patients.
  • The role will build Trust digital and improvement capability and expertise, and will ensure a strategy which delivers lasting change for colleagues and patients.
  • The Director of Improvement is expected to foster productive relationships with stakeholders to ensure the strategy, digital and improvement agendas are contemporary and future proof.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Director of Improvement?

The primary responsibility is to lead the improvement, digital, and strategy agendas across Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, focusing on enhancing the working lives of colleagues and improving patient experience and outcomes.

Who will the Director of Improvement report to?

The Director of Improvement will report to the Chief Executive and Trust Board.

What kind of culture does Sherwood Forest Hospitals aim to promote?

Sherwood Forest Hospitals aims to promote an inclusive and empowering culture that delivers safe care, where individuals and teams can excel.

What qualifications or skills are expected from the Director of Improvement?

The Director of Improvement is expected to demonstrate leadership, expertise in improvement methodologies, digital change, and strategic improvement skills, as well as the ability to foster relationships with stakeholders.

How does Sherwood Forest Hospitals view its staff and patient care?

The Trust puts the patient at the heart of everything it does and expects staff to be caring, kind, and courteous to each other, treating patients as they would want their own family members to be treated.

How has Sherwood Forest Hospitals been recognized in terms of workplace culture?

The Trust has been voted the best acute Trust to work for in the Midlands for six consecutive years in the National NHS Staff Survey.

Who can I contact for more information about this role?

For more information, you can contact Laura Webster, PA to the Chief Executive, at laura.webster5@nhs.net or call 01623 622515 ext 3259.

Is the role solely focused on patient care, or does it also involve organizational strategies?

The role involves both aspects; it focuses on improving patient care while also leading organizational improvement, digital strategy, and enhancing overall service delivery.

Is experience in digital transformation required for this position?

Yes, experience in driving innovation and digital change is essential for the Director of Improvement role.

Does the Trust provide opportunities for personal development?

Yes, the Trust supports personal development and offers opportunities for growth and leading change.

Healthier Communities, Outstanding Care

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2006
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a wide range of acute hospital services across Nottinghamshire, including emergency care, elective surgery, and specialist treatments. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care and improve patient outcomes through innovation and excellence in healthcare services. They focus on enhancing patient experience and advancing medical practice to better serve their community.