Project Nurse - Supplies & Procurement (XR06)

Project Nurse - Supplies & Procurement (XR06) An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, highly motivated, experienced nurse to join the Clinical Procurement Team. We are a friendly and positive team, looking for a pro active and organised nurse who is patient focused and dedicated to supporting and enabling a high standard of care for patients. Flexibility, attention to detail, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to use your own initiative will help you thrive within this role. The post holder will work as part of a team of nurses within the Procurement Department to support the Supplies & Procurement Team to undertake a wide range of procurement related projects, some of which may require implementation across all Clinical Service Units within Leeds Teaching Hospital Trust (LTHT). The role involves planning, implementing and managing a portfolio of projects under the supervision of the Lead Clinical Procurement Specialist. The job holder is expected to provide leadership for delivering and supporting the implementation of project outcomes across all clinical areas and sites within LTHT and supporting the strategic aims and delivery of Nursing and Midwifery agendas within LTHT. The position is based at 53 Dolly Lane. There may be requirement for some occasional weekend, out of hours and on call work, particularly during the implementation phase of projects. THIS ROLE IS 30 HOURS/WEEK & HYBRID.

Main duties of the job Set, monitor and seek to continuously improve standards and the quality of patient care. Participate in the analysis of information from a variety of sources and make recommendations for implementation in clinical areas. Highlight relevant operational activities to the Lead Clinical Procurement Specialist in order to manage and implement defined project targets, and notify the project manager / Lead CPS when issues or problems occur. Take part in medical device and equipment evaluations and document the results. Support Matrons, Senior Sisters/Charge Nurses who are implementing product changes in their clinical areas. Work in a range of clinical settings and undertake a variety of projects of variable duration. Disseminate and receive feedback on procurement projects from nursing, medical, and allied health professionals. Evaluate the clinical impact succinctly for inclusion in reports. Create training materials and presentations, deliver training, prepare user guides, and provide input into the structure of training sessions. Deliver one to one and classroom based training on new products or procurement solutions being implemented to staff of all levels.

About us The Supplies & Procurement department is made up of nearly 150 individuals, including Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, Clinical & Non Clinical Contracting teams, e Procurement, Receipt & Distribution and Logistics team. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce. Your health & wellbeing is our priority; we have H&W Champions, Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Program, Money Buddies and more. We aim to provide a neuro inclusive workspace for colleagues. Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.

Expected Shortlisting Date 01/12/2025

Planned Interview Date 08/12/2025

Job responsibilities Tosupport the Supplies & Procurement Department to undertake a wide range of procurement related projects, some of which may require implementation across all Clinical Service Units within LTHT. The job holder will plan, implement and manage a portfolio of projects under the supervision of the Lead Clinical Procurement Specialist. The job holder is expected to provide leadership for delivering and supporting the implementation of project outcomes across all clinical areas within LTHT and supporting the strategic aims and delivery of Nursing and Midwifery agendas within LTHT. To participate in direct patient care as determined by the project portfolio which will include undertaking clinical audits, assessments and evaluation of care. To maintain clinical credibility by working as a registered nurse within relevant clinical area(s). The job holder will work as part of a team of nurses within the Supplies and Procurement to: support and undertake project work both independently and as part of the Supplies & Procurement department, delivering on change management projects related to the LTHT Procurement Strategy; develop clinical policies and clinical guidelines. There may be a requirement for some occasional weekend, out of hours and on call work, particularly during the implementation phase of projects; set, monitor and seek to continuously improve standards and the quality of patient care; participate in the analysis of information from a variety of sources and make recommendations for implementation in clinical areas; support and be involved in service redesign and their application to clinical areas across LTHT; highlight relevant operational activities to the Lead Clinical Procurement Specialist in order to manage and implement defined project targets, and notify the project manager / Lead CPS when issues or problems occur; provide regular updates or progress reports as required by the Lead Clinical Procurement Specialist; take part in medical device and equipment evaluations and document the results; support Matrons, Senior Sisters/Charge Nurses who are implementing product changes in their clinical areas. This will include working in a variety of clinical settings, including ward environments; provide advice which directly relates to patient care delivery, including visiting ward environments, undertaking audits and assessments and making recommendations for product changes which will directly impact patient and service delivery; disseminate and receive feedback on procurement projects from nursing, medical and allied health professionals and be able to evaluate the clinical impact succinctly for inclusion in reports; actively seek and identify opportunities for new ways of working to improve efficiency; promote evidence based care within clinical areas; work with the Lead Clinical Procurement Specialist to ensure the implementation & delivery of the Procurement Strategy via agreed action plans; act in accordance with the Nursing & Midwifery Code of Conduct; provide specialist advice to clinical colleagues regarding the use of new products or systems; participate in the direct care of patients in a variety of clinical settings when implementing and evaluating new products and to maintain clinical skills; participate in all components of clinical care including medication administration (including IV drugs and fluids), complex dressings, assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care pathways.

Leadership Be a positive role model and promote change in nursing and clinical practice to improve staff and patient experience via projects delegated by the Lead Clinical Procurement Specialist; lead by example; work with the Procurement team to promote, develop and deliver the Procurement strategy across the Trust; support the implementation of leaders in Leeds using the Leadership Fundamentals matrix; develop relevant networks with colleagues in other NHS Trusts; work with relevant stakeholders and key personnel at LTHT who will facilitate successful implementation of procurement projects.

Education Facilitate and deliver both formal and informal training to a range of registered and unregistered staff about new clinical products; coordinate training and education events held by both internal and external stakeholders; plan agendas, organise speakers, invite participants and deliver the training; create training materials and presentations and deliver training; provide support for users on a one to one basis, in groups while floor walking, and at a distance via phone and bleep; ensure efficient delivery of relevant mandatory training; liaise with local and regional organisations including NHS Trusts & Universities supporting visits and undertaking teaching/training on the use of medical devices / equipment.

Research & Audit Devise audit tools that can be used in a variety of clinical settings; undertake audits in clinical areas, collaborate with clinical teams, collate results, report these back to project managers and input data onto spreadsheets; compile audit results and present the results at both informal and formal settings; follow up and implement any actions following internal audit investigations; undertake literature and research reviews for evidence to support project portfolios; analyze basic data and present it on spreadsheet.

Managerial Undertake a range of projects; adapt to varied timescales; reprioritise workload; stop immediately and respond to requests to complete new tasks at short notice; develop training and assessment documents, policies and procedures pertinent to project portfolios; be part of working parties; use initiative and make recommendations for inclusion in Trust wide policy documents; participate in annual Individual Performance Review; support the work of other team members who may work within the Procurement department on a temporary basis; perform other duties as commensurate with grade and role as agreed with the line manager.

Person Specification Additional Requirements

• Driving Licence/Ability to work across sites (within Leeds Area)
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