Job SummaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Ward Manager to lead the dedicated nursing team on Brent Ward. Brent is a 31 bedded acute Oncology/Haematology ward caring for a wide variety of patients receiving SACT, radiotherapy, symptom control, end of life care and oncology/haematology emergencies. Applicants should have recent experience at Band 6 or above & relevant clinical skills & knowledge. The post holder will provide Clinical Nurse Management, Clinical Leadership & expertise in all aspects of service delivery.
For further information and an informal visit please contact Matron Samantha Rowe Tel 01752 432492
***Please note that applications from temporary workers who have been engaged with the Trust for a minimum of 3 months are welcome. ***
Main duties of the jobTo provide Clinical Nurse Management, Clinical Leadership and expertise in all aspects of service delivery within sphere of responsibility
To continue to provide leadership and guidance in working towards an amalgamated service both in the short and long term.
The post holder, with support from the Matron, will ensure that high standards are developed, implemented, evaluated and maintained, with required change planned in accordance with the framework of Clinical Governance.
To lead by example, acting as a role model to all members of the nursing team, leading care teams and creating a positive learning environment. To deploy and supervise all nursing staff effectively.
Acts as an expert resource on Nursing care of patients within the specialities and holds a key role in the multidisciplinary team
About usWe are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care.
The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.
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Job Responsibilities- Continuing responsibility for the assessment of care needs and setting standards by:
- Managing and developing the nursing resource across Brent.
- Ensuring staff work within national and locally agreed policies and procedures.
- Compiling, implementation and evaluation of philosophies of care, ensuring support for the patient and his/her family and all staff members.
- Working closely with consultants and bed management teams to manage the demand of elective and emergency admissions.
- Manage all aspects of recruitment and retention of staff, including sickness and absence, appraisals and staff training in line with Trust policies.
- Development of policies and planning of specialist/new services either as part of the multi-disciplinary clinical/management team, or where appropriate as individual lead.
- Working closely with the Directorate management team in the area of responsibility to play an active role in service development and achievement of specialty based targets.
- Planning off-duty rotas to make effective use of staff.
- Being responsible as the delegated budget holder for efficient and effective usage of the available resources, working within budget and identifying savings with support from the Matron.
- Maintains and develops specialist protocols and policies for specialist area of care.
For further information please see attached job description
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialDesirable- Second registerable qualification relevant to the clinical area.
- SACT trained
Aptitude and AbilitiesEssential- Good organisational and communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
- Ability to prioritise workload, instruct and direct others, acting as a role model and leading by example.
Desirable- Previous demonstrable experience of managing and controlling a budget.
Knowledge & ExperienceEssential- Previous recent demonstrable experience in a leadership capacity at Band 6 or above.
- Recent clinical skills & proven knowledge
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
