Job summary
We have a really exciting opportunity to join our Haematology team as the Ward Manager for Ward 34.
Ward 34 is a 17 bedded ward looking after patients with a variety of haemotological conditions and provides specialist treatments and management for these patients, this includes delivery of chemotherapy treatment, stem cell delivery, blood factor products and other specialist treatments.
The ward is closely linked with the haematology day unit, the oncology ward and have a good support network with the Haematology Consultants, Specialist nurses and administrative staff.
Successful candidates must have proven leadership skills, excellent management skills as well as demonstrating that you are passionate about making a difference and leading teams to deliver excellence.
We are looking for a senior nurse that is dynamic, innovative and passionate in the delivery of high standards of patient care and who is able to support us in achieving our Ward Accreditation.
Main duties of the job
- Accountable for own actions in accordance with Code of Professional Conduct. Will contribute towards corporate objectives, acting within local, Trust and statutory guidelines and policies at all times.
- Highly developed communication skills enabling maintenance of high-quality service and ensuring timely management and resolution of unexpected events and situations. Demonstrate good use of communication skills in working with the wider multidisciplinary team, including patients and their carers to enhance patient outcomes and improve the quality of care.
- Act as a role model demonstrating high standards of holistic care and provide clinical leadership by being a knowledgeable team leader and resource for staff, advising on national, local and Trust policy and procedures/guidelines, ensuring that clinical governance is embedded in practice, supporting staff and users in service and policy development within a defined area/specialty.
- Support the Ward to achieve expected outcomes in line with Ward Accreditation and other Trust initiatives.
- Create a climate in which patients and carers are empowered to make informed choices about their health and treatment options.
About us
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Responsible for identifying and assessing complex clinical and non-clinical issues, implementing resolutions and monitoring/auditing outcomes. Continuously assess and monitor risk in their own and others practice and challenge about wider risk factors. Manage constantly the changing clinical and organization scenarios in the best interests of the patients.
- Responsible for interdepartmental/organisational activities including HR; complaints; appraisal; hospital bleep-holder responsibilities on a regular basis and patient flow. Contributing and managing action plans through a considered and integrated approach based on information gathered through PALs/complaints, feedback and audits.
- Undertake highly specialised technical and/or practical skills to ensure optimum patient management including; complex patient monitoring; equipment management, deliver systemic anti cancerous treatments and administration of invasive tests/procedures.
- Responsible for education and training provision of identified staff groups, patients and carers within defined areas. Promote and facilitate the implementation of clinical supervision as a vehicle for practice and staff development throughout the service and participate in regular performance and personal development reviews and work to achieve agreed objectives.
- Utilise and ensure others utilise information and IT systems to secure accurate and timely patient, workforce and resource data available.
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Responsible for identifying and assessing complex clinical and non-clinical issues, implementing resolutions and monitoring/auditing outcomes. Continuously assess and monitor risk in their own and others practice and challenge about wider risk factors. Manage constantly the changing clinical and organization scenarios in the best interests of the patients.
- Responsible for interdepartmental/organisational activities including HR; complaints; appraisal; hospital bleep-holder responsibilities on a regular basis and patient flow. Contributing and managing action plans through a considered and integrated approach based on information gathered through PALs/complaints, feedback and audits.
- Undertake highly specialised technical and/or practical skills to ensure optimum patient management including; complex patient monitoring; equipment management, deliver systemic anti cancerous treatments and administration of invasive tests/procedures.
- Responsible for education and training provision of identified staff groups, patients and carers within defined areas. Promote and facilitate the implementation of clinical supervision as a vehicle for practice and staff development throughout the service and participate in regular performance and personal development reviews and work to achieve agreed objectives.
- Utilise and ensure others utilise information and IT systems to secure accurate and timely patient, workforce and resource data available.
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Skills & Abilities
Essential
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Skills & Abilities
Essential
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
