Chief Nursing Information Officer (Core Team) - EPR Programme

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Job Summary

This role is only open to applicants who currently work within an NHS Trust within the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care System (HIOW ICS).

Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Acute Care Collaborative, as part of the Integrated Care Board (ICB) and the Acute Provider Collaborative (APC), are investing in Electronic Patient Record (EPR) functionality to meet the needs of the entire ICS population. This initiative recognizes the need for radical organization and development of clinical care to address future challenges.

The Chief Nursing Information Officer (CNIO) is a nursing leader responsible for advancing clinical quality and patient safety through the EPR programme, particularly concerning nursing and Allied Health Professional (AHP) practices. This role is pivotal in transforming patient care via innovative digital solutions.

Main duties of the job

• Lead the strategic development and implementation of the EPR to support nursing and clinical practice.
• Act as liaison between IT, the programme team, and the nursing/midwifery community in planning and implementing the EPR. Serve as the principal digital advisor for nursing and AHPs to the Programme Director, CIOs, and CCIO.
• Represent the nursing workforce in all EPR-related meetings and committees. Advise on the impact of the EPR on nursing practices and lead change management as an EPR champion, including leading super user communities across the ICB.
• Sign off on final solutions on behalf of nursing/midwifery.
• Critique and refine programme plans, assess team capabilities, and monitor delivery to ensure alignment with strategic priorities.
• Assess risks to team capability and hold individuals accountable for EPR delivery, working with the CCIO.
• Investigate nursing errors where EPR is a contributing factor.
• Contribute to review and decision-making on system changes required for the EPR programme.
• Monitor and review clinical safety standards during the development and implementation of EPR systems.

About Us

Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient across our sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital, Winchester, and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves approximately 600,000 people in Hampshire and West Berkshire, employing over 9,000 staff with a turnover exceeding £500 million annually.

We aim to foster a culture centered on people, learning, and excellence. We are also leaders in specialized treatments such as pseudomyxoma peritonei, tertiary liver cancer, and colorectal cancer.

We are committed to sustainability and net zero carbon principles—search for HHFT Climate Action for more information.

Details

• Date posted: 21 July 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: 8b
• Salary: £62,215 to £72,293 per annum
• Contract: Secondment
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 251-EPRCNIO
• Location: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Aldermaston Road, Basingstoke, RG24 9NA

Job Responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for detailed responsibilities.

Person Specification

Essential

• Nursing or Allied Health Professional qualification
• Master's level education or equivalent health care experience

Desirable

• Relevant project management qualification (e.g., Prince2 Practitioner) or equivalent experience

Experience and Knowledge

• Knowledge and skills in EPR
• Experience developing, testing, and evaluating clinical software systems
• Experience delivering clinical/nursing IT projects and leading significant change
• Experience in risk assessment and management

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to advise senior staff on professional issues
• Experience presenting to large groups and facilitating multi-professional discussions
• Excellent communication, influencing, and networking skills
• Leadership qualities to motivate staff
• Strong organizational and strategic planning skills
• Ability to analyze complex information and present to diverse audiences
• Diplomatic and confidential in handling sensitive information

Other Requirements

• Attention to detail and high accuracy
• Effective organizational and prioritization skills
• Problem-solving and initiative
• Ability to work under pressure
• Proficient IT skills, especially Microsoft Office
• Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills
• Ability to produce clear minutes
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Discretion and confidentiality
• Judgment to escalate issues appropriately

Additional Information

This post is subject to DBS checks, UK professional registration, and sponsorship requirements as applicable.

Employer Details

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Aldermaston Road, Basingstoke, RG24 9NA
Website: https://www.hampshirehospitals.nhs.uk/