Deputy Ward Manager - Ward A4

Job summary

37.5 hours per week

Ward A4 is a busy 33 bedded elderly medical ward. For the right candidate this will be a rewarding opportunity to develop as a leader and learn additional management skills. You will be required to support the ward manager and step up in the ward managers absence.

We are looking for a caring, empathetic, enthusiastic individual who has a passion to improve the experience of our patients.

You will be required to have minimum 12 months experience at band 6 and ideally have some experience of working with elderly patients, have an understanding of reconditioning and have the passion to drive change and work as part of a team.

Main duties of the job

• Work clinically as the nurse in charge of the ward
• Facilitate safe discharge of patients in a timely manner
• Assist the ward manager to carry out audit / governance
• Manage concerns at ward level and via telephone
• Report and investigate incidents via datix (previous experience would be of benefit)
• Support junior members of the team and student nurses
• Display effective time management and organisational skills
• Be willing to take on additional duties to champion areas such as tissue viability / reducing falls
• Working in line at all times with the NMC code of conduct

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship

From the 09 April 2025 we cannot sponsor band 3 entry level roles

Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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