Job summary
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for highly motivated and dynamic Leaders to join our Clinical Site Management team based within St Ann's Hospital.
You will be responsible for operationally managing the site wide issues within our inpatient Services, supporting the Patient flow lead Matron in managing beds and site wide issues on a daily basis.
The post holder will be required to work flexibly over 7 days with the occasional requirement to cover nights in the event of sickness / other absence.
The post is full-time 37.5 hours a week, but this is negotiable and flexible working requests or part time hours will always be considered.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Main duties of the job
In this post you will be responsible for the management of all inpatient beds and to ensure the safe admissions for Adult Acute patients, CAMH's patients, Frail functional patients Older persons (with the exclusion of those patients with a primary diagnosis of dementia).
You will be accountable for their decision-making and take responsibility for ensuring admissions are made to an appropriate environment with the safety of the patient, carer and staff members as paramount.
You will need an open and positive approach to develop excellent communication skills with all inpatient wards, Team Leaders, Modern Matrons, patient flow lead, Service Line Leads and medical staff.
You will have the ability to make clear autonomous decisions based on analysis of complex presenting problems and judgement of available options is essential. This will include those relating to the admission and discharge of patients from inpatient services.
You will be required to undertake a Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression course and it is a condition of your employment that you successfully complete all aspects of this course; if this is not achieved you will not be able to commence working in the post.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Advanced Nurse Practitioner (or willingness to work toward)
Desirable
Previous Experience
Essential
- Previous line management experience
- ENB998 or Teaching & Assessing qualification
Desirable
- Recent previous experience within a comparable role
Skills/ Abilities and Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of Management and Leadership skills
- Experience of working with Adult and Older People with Mental Health needs
- Evidence of IT skills and ability to produce reports
- Demonstrable ability to prioritise effectively
- Ability to use own initiative within sphere of authority
- Evidence of good communication skills, both verbal and written
- Demonstrate ability to analyse situations and to provide a resolution
- Demonstrate knowledge of the Mental Health Act (where applicable)
- Demonstrate knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act
- Demonstrate knowledge of Deprivation of Liberty Act
- Evidence of safe practice and clinical skills
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
- Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business (Level 1 or Level 2)
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Advanced Nurse Practitioner (or willingness to work toward)
Desirable
Previous Experience
Essential
- Previous line management experience
- ENB998 or Teaching & Assessing qualification
Desirable
- Recent previous experience within a comparable role
Skills/ Abilities and Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of Management and Leadership skills
- Experience of working with Adult and Older People with Mental Health needs
- Evidence of IT skills and ability to produce reports
- Demonstrable ability to prioritise effectively
- Ability to use own initiative within sphere of authority
- Evidence of good communication skills, both verbal and written
- Demonstrate ability to analyse situations and to provide a resolution
- Demonstrate knowledge of the Mental Health Act (where applicable)
- Demonstrate knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act
- Demonstrate knowledge of Deprivation of Liberty Act
- Evidence of safe practice and clinical skills
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
- Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business (Level 1 or Level 2)
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
