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Patient Safety Incident LeadinChesterinChesterPUBLISHED TUE 5 NOV 2024

Band 8a: £50,952 to £57,349 a year per annum  PERMANENT  GOOD SALARY 

NHS

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation TrustFollow Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Opportunity to lead clinical initiatives that have a direct impact on patient safety and quality of care.
Engagement in the development and implementation of important policies and strategies that shape patient safety practices within the Trust.
Chance to promote a culture of learning from incidents, helping to enhance overall safety and care across the Trust.
Ability to coordinate and implement comprehensive training programs, contributing to the professional development of staff.
Involvement in auditing and assessing risk management strategies, ensuring robust frameworks are in place for incident management.
Work within a supportive organization that values communication, competence, care, compassion, and commitment, aligning with personal and professional values.
The role contributes to the Trust's integrated governance priorities, ensuring high-quality and safe services are delivered to the community.
The "Patient Safety Incident Lead" role at Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust in Chester involves providing clinical leadership for managing patient safety incidents, claims, and inquests. The position requires the implementation of a comprehensive patient safety incident response framework to ensure high-quality, safe services aligned with the Trust's governance priorities. Key responsibilities include coordinating incident activities, developing policies, risk management strategies, training programs, and promoting learning from incidents across the Trust.

Candidates must demonstrate the Trust's Values and Behaviours, including Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion, and Commitment, during a Values Based Interview. CWP prioritizes diverse applicants, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, and offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for eligible candidates. Please note that new NHS entrants will start at the minimum salary scale, and there may be costs incurred for DBS checks. Applications should be submitted early due to potential high volume.
Opportunity to lead clinical initiatives that have a direct impact on patient safety and quality of care.
Engagement in the development and implementation of important policies and strategies that shape patient safety practices within the Trust.
Chance to promote a culture of learning from incidents, helping to enhance overall safety and care across the Trust.
Ability to coordinate and implement comprehensive training programs, contributing to the professional development of staff.
Involvement in auditing and assessing risk management strategies, ensuring robust frameworks are in place for incident management.
Work within a supportive organization that values communication, competence, care, compassion, and commitment, aligning with personal and professional values.
The role contributes to the Trust's integrated governance priorities, ensuring high-quality and safe services are delivered to the community.

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Useful skills for a Patient Safety Incident Lead:
Working as a Patient Safety Incident Lead in the UK requires a combination of clinical knowledge, managerial skills, and specific competencies related to patient safety and quality improvement. Here are the key skills and qualifications typically needed for this role:
Clinical Knowledge and Experience:
1. Healthcare Background: Experience as a healthcare professional (e.g., nursing, medicine, allied health) is often essential.
2. Understanding of Patient Safety: Knowledge of patient safety principles, risk management, and quality improvement methodologies.
Analytical Skills:
3. Data Analysis: Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data related to patient safety incidents.
4. Root Cause Analysis: Skills in conducting investigations and identifying underlying causes of incidents.
Communication Skills:
5. Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders, including clinical staff, management, and patients.
6. Report Writing: Strong written communication skills for drafting reports, policies, and presentations.
Leadership and Management Skills:
7. Team Leadership: Ability to lead teams and foster a culture of safety within the organization.
8. Project Management: Skills in managing projects, including planning, execution, and evaluation of safety initiatives.
Knowledge of Regulations and Standards:
9. Familiarity with Guidelines: Knowledge of national frameworks, such as the NHS Patient Safety Strategy, and relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., CQC standards).
Training and Education:
10. Facilitation Skills: Ability to train and educate healthcare staff on patient safety practices and incident reporting.
11. Continuous Professional Development: Commitment to staying updated with current trends, training, and evidence-based practices in patient safety.
Collaboration and Networking:
12. Multidisciplinary Working: Experience working in multidisciplinary teams to promote patient safety across various departments.
13. Stakeholder Engagement: Skills in engaging with external organizations, such as regulatory bodies and patient advocacy groups.
Personal Attributes:
14. Critical Thinking: Ability to think critically and make informed decisions in complex, high-pressure situations.
15. Empathy and Compassion: A patient-centered approach, recognizing the human aspect of patient safety and the impact of incidents on patients and staff.
Educational Qualifications:
16. Relevant Degree: A degree in healthcare or a related field, and often a master's degree in a relevant area (e.g., public health, health care management).
17. Professional Certifications: Certifications related to patient safety, quality improvement, or risk management are also beneficial.
 


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