Ward Manager, Maple Ward
Job Description
Job summary
To work according to the Code and within Trust policies
To be accountable for the twenty four hour care delivery and management of the ward, including the supervision of students.
To provide a clear focus for clinical leadership and be responsible for ensuring the provision of a high standard of holistic, patient-centred care
To be accountable for co-ordinating patient care, the management of resources and performance of staff
To be responsible and accountable for the Finance and Human Resources issues directly related to the ward
To be responsible and accountable for the implementation of Audit, Quality and Risk Management initiatives
To promote and participate in the implementation of the ASPH Nursing & Midwifery strategy and objectives
To maintain a visible presence in the ward, undertaking clinical work as per roster agreement
To work in conjunction with the Matron / Senior ward team / Practice Educator & Learning Development Teams / Specialist teams
Main duties of the job
Work in close conjunction with Matron / Senior ward team / Practice Educator/ Learning Development Teams
Acts as a role model and resource, providing information and promoting high standards of patient care, whilst working closely with other professionals.
Monitors and maintains acceptable standards of care in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team.
Participates and assists with adult medical emergencies utilising Advanced Life Support skills and experience where necessary. Takes an active role in the management of clinical emergencies within the clinical area.
Ensures appropriate communication and referrals occur in relation to the early intervention of the acutely ill or deteriorating patient to facilitate implementation of care.
About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.
Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.
We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at Ashford & St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust with our strong commitment to staff health and wellbeing. We are committed to providing continuous professional development, staff benefits and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.
Please see the supporting links which you can find on the right-hand side of this job advert. There is guidance on how to make an application on NHS Jobs as well as more information about joining the ASPH Team
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
Job responsibilities
To work according to the Code and within Trust policies
To be accountable for the twenty four hour care delivery and management of the ward, including the supervision of students.
To provide a clear focus for clinical leadership and be responsible for ensuring the provision of a high standard of holistic, patient-centred care
To be accountable for co-ordinating patient care, the management of resources and performance of staff
To be responsible and accountable for the Finance and Human Resources issues directly related to the ward
To be responsible and accountable for the implementation of Audit, Quality and Risk Management initiatives
To promote and participate in the implementation of the ASPH Nursing & Midwifery strategy and objectives
To maintain a visible presence in the ward, undertaking clinical work as per roster agreement
To work in conjunction with the Matron / Senior ward team / Practice Educator & Learning Development Teams / Specialist teams
Person Specification
Qualifications and Further Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Significant experience of working in a Band 6 position
- Evidence of managing acute medical patients / experience Relevant Teaching course
- Relevant clinical course
- Honours degree
Desirable
- Recognised Leadership Course
- Recognised Management Course
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable clinical and managerial experience in a senior position
- Proven track record of leadership
- Evidence of clinical competence and regular clinical practice
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- NHS Constitution Trust vision, values, strategic objectives and key work programmes Communication
- Demonstrates awareness of the importance of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats o
- Communicates with patients and carers in an empathetic manner o
- Demonstrates understanding of good practice in Customer Care Personal And People Development o
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development o
- Evidence of working as a mentor
- Reflective in Practice
- Experience in leading others and responding to learning needs
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.
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
Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Peters Hospital
Guildford Road
Chertsey
KT16 0PZ
