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Job Overview
An opportunity is available for the position of Ward Manager in Gastroenterology at Brindle. This is a permanent role designed for dynamic, innovative, and compassionate nurse leaders. The role involves leading a team in a supportive environment, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care for the patient group, and enhancing the overall patient experience.
This position requires a clinical role model with a commitment to professional development and the ability to foster the growth of the team. Training opportunities will be tailored to individual needs to support development in this challenging role.
Candidates should possess strong communication skills, high clinical standards, and a passion for improving outcomes for patients and staff. Recent experience at a Senior Nurse level and demonstrable clinical knowledge and skills in Gastroenterology are essential.
For further details, please download and review the detailed job description and person specification.
Main Duties of the Job
The Ward Manager will hold overall responsibility for ensuring the provision of excellent care with compassion within the ward or department. Key responsibilities include:
- Adequately resourcing and organizing the nursing and care support teams to ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Supporting and developing staff to uphold the Trust’s Values and Nursing & Midwifery Professional Framework.
- Leading the nursing and support teams as a visible and strong role model, promoting research, development, and clinical supervision to maximize team potential.
- Ensuring the ward operates productively by maintaining high standards to create a safe, clean, and organized environment.
Working for the Organization
The organization comprises 10,000 dedicated staff delivering care to over 370,000 people locally and providing specialist services to 1.5 million people across Lancashire and Cumbria.
Joining the team offers varied development opportunities, skill enhancement, and the chance to make a significant impact. Staff are encouraged to innovate and improve processes, ensuring all activities center on exceptional patient care.
Detailed Job Description and Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include:
- Ensuring the nursing and care support teams are adequately resourced and developed.
- Leading the nursing team and administrative support staff, providing guidance, supervision, and professional development opportunities.
- Monitoring and maintaining standards to foster a safe and productive environment.
- Managing recruitment and workforce planning to ensure sustainable staffing structures.
- Safeguarding individuals and promoting equality in care delivery.
Person Specification
Qualifications (Essential)
- Appropriate NMC registration
- Mentorship qualification
- Post-registration qualifications relevant to the role
- Diploma or Degree in Nursing
- Completion of or willingness to undertake a leadership and development program equivalent to the internal Band 6 program
Desirable Qualifications
- Level 4 ILM or equivalent
Knowledge & Experience (Essential)
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance, Safeguarding, and relevant policies
- Understanding of ethical issues in practice
- Experience of mentorship and identifying learning needs
Desirable Knowledge & Experience
- Experience managing a clinical area
- Knowledge of the PDPR process
- Evidence of working at Band 7
- Budgetary management experience
Additional Information
Applications may close earlier than the published deadline if sufficient applications are received. Applicants are encouraged to apply early and will be contacted via email regarding application progress.
The organization promotes equality of opportunity, values diversity, and strives to eliminate unlawful discrimination. Applications from individuals of all backgrounds are encouraged.
Use of AI in Applications
Applicants using AI for assistance should personalize their applications, ensuring alignment with the job’s requirements. AI-generated content should be reviewed for accuracy and authenticity.
Supporting Information
The supporting information section should provide evidence of qualifications, skills, and experiences relevant to the person specification. Structuring the section with clear headings or bullet points is recommended.
Working Smarter Pledge
The organization offers flexible working options and wellbeing support to maintain work-life balance.
Secondments
For secondment roles, agreement from the current line manager is required before attending interviews.
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Checks
Roles requiring DBS checks will be administered by the organization, with costs recovered from the salary. Detailed information on DBS charges is provided in the application guidelines.
Applications close at midnight on 20th December 2024.
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