Katherine Holmes

• Managed 17 acute wards and urgent and emergency care both in an acute hospital and the surrounding community.
• Lead in Infection Prevention and Control, Data and digital, and mental health care for the trust.
• Championed a culture of continuous learning amongst nursing staff for better patient outcomes.
• Collaborated effectively with other healthcare professionals for optimum patient treatment outcomes.
• Streamlined workflow processes to ensure timely delivery of care.
• Fulfilled organisational goals by implementing process improvements and cost-saving measures.
• Led multidisciplinary teams in the delivery of exceptional patient care and CQC compliance.
• Maintained quality standards by monitoring service delivery, ensuring consistent compliance with clinical policies and regulatory requirements.

• Operational Leadership
  Oversee the day-to-day operations of emergency care services, ensuring safe, timely, and effective patient care.
  Ensure compliance with national targets, such as the 4-hour emergency care standard.
  Monitor and manage patient flow, bed capacity, and escalation procedures.
• Performance and Quality Management
  Lead on achieving performance targets and service improvement goals.
  Develop and implement recovery plans for underperforming areas.
  Ensure robust clinical governance and risk management processes are in place.
• Financial and Resource Management
  Manage budgets, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
  Oversee workforce planning, including recruitment, retention, and staff development.
  Ensure services are delivered within financial and operational constraints.
• Strategic Planning and Service Development
  Work with clinical and nursing leads to develop and implement strategic plans for emergency care.
  Lead or support transformation projects and service redesign initiatives.
  Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to improve service delivery.
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
  Act as a key liaison between clinical teams, executive leadership, and external partners (e.g., ambulance services).
  Ensure effective communication across departments and with patients and families.
  Represent the emergency care division in trust-wide meetings and planning forums

This was a hybrid role as Head of Nursing and Operational Lead

• Clinical Leadership
  Oversee the delivery of emergency care, ensuring adherence to clinical guidelines and best practices.
  Monitor patient outcomes and implement quality improvement initiatives.
  Ensure compliance with infection control, patient safety, and emergency protocols.
  
• Staff Management
  Recruit and supervise emergency nursing staff.
  Oversight and management of medical rotas to meet demand.
  Develop staff rotas and ensure adequate coverage for all shifts.
  Conduct performance appraisals and support professional development.
• Operational Oversight
  Manage the day-to-day operations of the emergency department (ED).
  Coordinate with other departments (e.g., radiology, surgery, ICU) to streamline patient flow.
  Ensure availability and maintenance of medical equipment and supplies 1.
• Strategic Planning
  Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental goals and policies.
  Participate in hospital-wide emergency preparedness planning.
  Analyze data to forecast staffing needs and resource allocation.
  Heavy involvement in the development of UTC both acute and community provision.
• Communication and Collaboration
  Serve as the primary liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and hospital administration.
  Facilitate interdisciplinary team meetings and case reviews.
  Address patient and family concerns with empathy and professionalism.
• Regulatory and Legal Compliance
  Ensure the ED complies with national healthcare regulations and standards.
  Maintain accurate documentation and reporting for audits and inspections.
• Financial Management
  Monitor and manage the emergency department's budget.
  Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising patient ca

• Clinical Leadership
  Oversee the delivery of emergency care, ensuring adherence to clinical guidelines and best practices.
  Monitor patient outcomes and implement quality improvement initiatives.
  Ensure compliance with infection control, patient safety, and emergency protocols.
• Staff Management
  Recruit and supervise emergency nursing staff.
  Oversight and management of medical rotas to meet demand.
  Develop staff rotas and ensure adequate coverage for all shifts.
  Conduct performance appraisals and support professional development.
• Strategic Planning
  Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental goals and policies.
  Participate in hospital-wide emergency preparedness planning.
  Analyze data to forecast staffing needs and resource allocation.
  Heavy involvement in the development of UTC both acute and community provision.
• Communication and Collaboration
  Serve as the primary liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and hospital administration.
  Facilitate interdisciplinary team meetings and case reviews.
  Address patient and family concerns with empathy and professionalism.
• Regulatory and Legal Compliance
  Ensure the ED complies with national healthcare regulations and standards.
  Maintain accurate documentation and reporting for audits and inspections.
• Financial Management
  Monitor and manage the emergency department's budget.
  Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising patient care.

• Conduct thorough physical and mental health assessments.
• Diagnose common and complex medical conditions.
• .Interpret diagnostic tests and investigations
• Provide treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions.
• .Manage minor illnesses and injuries such as infections, rashes, and respiratory issues
• .Educate patients on lifestyle changes and preventive care
• Promote healthy living and disease prevention.
• Refer patients to specialists or hospital services when needed.
• .Collaborate with GPs, consultants, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care
• Perform sophisticated assessments and make evidence-based decisions.
• .Lead care planning and risk management in complex cases
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to clinical education.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and service development.
• Advocate for patient safety and best practices