Department Manager
Job Description
Job summary
An experienced and competent health care professional who has continuous responsibility for the leadership and management of a ward. The post holder is responsible for achieving clinical excellence in the quality of care provided through the best use of the team, by allocating work appropriately, using resources effectively, developing and implementing policy and guidelines, and by controlling an agreed financial budget. The post holder will also work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of
patients and their families and take an active part in contributing to the wider activities and strategic plans of the Trust.
Please see the Job Description for full overview of the Band 7 role.
Main duties of the job
1. Develop, implement and monitor systems and processes to ensure that patient needs are comprehensively assessed, appropriately planned, effectively implemented and evaluated according to changing health care needs and varying levels of complexity
2. Initiate, implement and monitor changes and improvements to practice in terms of patient flow, admission and discharge arrangements according to service plans and objectives, providing clinical leadership, expertise, advice and guidance
3. Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team/agencies to ensure that patient needs are met, especially in relation to on-going care needs and discharge arrangements
4. Ensure that patients, relatives/carers are involved in all aspects of care, to provide reassurance and support and assist their understanding and co-operation
5. Ensure that the clinical area is safe for practice by ensuring that cleanliness is maintained, materials and equipment are ready for use, including clearing away afterwards, taking action to resolve problems
6. Ensure that all staff are able to recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations
7. Collect, collate, and report information, ensuring that accurate patient records/documentation are maintained, taking action to solve problems
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community services for East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care across Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in 26 medical centres and schools in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area's largest employers.
Since the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022, the Trust has become a key partner in Cheshire East & Cheshire West and Chester and in two provider collaboratives, aligning our strategic goals with the Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care System.As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we're reimagining Leighton Hospital to create a new health and care neighbourhood, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on our Healthier Futures website.
At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.
Job responsibilities
Lead on improvements in the quality of care and development of the ward from the patients perspective, initiating change and improvements according to wider service plans and objectives
Ensure that plans are in place to encourage patient and public involvement activities in the ward area leading to service improvements
Demonstrate effective clinical leadership by prioritising patient care, allocating, supervising and evaluating the work of the ward team, including supervising work delegated to junior staff
Plan, organise and manage the ward effectively and efficiently by identifying staffing/skill mix requirements now and in the future, recruiting staff, ensuring local induction, work based learning and education takes place, and by ensure plans are implemented for clinical supervision, performance management and staff appraisal
Ensure the effective and efficient use of physical and financial resources, evaluating information to ensure staff rotas have the right numbers and skill mix of staff, equipment and supplies are available, the agreed financial budget is managed and controlled, and action to address issues is taken and any
concerns are reported
Promote, monitor and maintain a healthy, safe and secure working environment, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate documentation and reporting any concerns
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- NMC / HCPC Qualification
Essential
Essential
- 2 Years Band 6 experience
Essential
Essential
- A high standard of Interpersonal and Communication skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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 Sponsorship
Applications 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 Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Leighton Hospital
Middlewich Road
Crewe
CW1 4QJ
United Kingdom
