Job summary
The role of the Deputy Ward Manager is to lead by example and be a role model for the nursing team. We are looking for an individual who is able to support junior staff in their professional development, through excellent and effective clinical leadership, mentoring, teaching and sharing of knowledge and practice.
The role will involve driving and maintaining quality standards.
You will be responsible for supporting the ward manager with oversight of day to day running of the ward, staffing, training, maintaining patient safety and standards.
You will be responsible for coordination of the ward on a day to day basis and the flow of patients. Admission of pre op TCI's and coordinating the management of these patients post operatively.
Main duties of the job
This is a very exciting opportunity to support the Ward Manager on this busy Urology surgical ward at Liverpool University Hospitals. The post holder will be responsible with the Ward Manager for the organisation and management of the urology ward 5B in conjunction with the Matron. They will be expected to support the provision of excellent nursing care and to work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team.
We are looking for a dynamic , highly motivated and enthusiastic person to join our team. Providing high quality nursing care within the ward.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, team working skills and be dedicated to improving patient experience
You will need to demonstrate continuing professional development and a strong commitment to develop others. We will offer support for your ongoing professional development and training to widen your experience.
Applicants must be 1st Level Nurse's with evidence of demonstrable experience of working at band 5 level or previous experience as a band 6.
Please ensure you check the email account (including junk/spam boxes) from which you apply regularly as we may use this to contact you regarding your application.
Only those applicants who demonstrate clearly how they meet our person specification will be shortlisted for interview.
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.
The merger provides an opportunity to reconfigure services in a way that provides the best healthcare services to the city and improves the quality of care and health outcomes that patients experience.
The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond.
To hear more about our achievements click here https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/media/13089/1606-annual-report-booklet_final.pdf
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Some of the role responsibilities will include:
Co-ordination of the ward/department on a day to day basis including planning,allocation and evaluation of work carried out by teams or individuals and self.
Provide specialist knowledge to all Nursing staff on the ward/ department
In support of the ward/ department manager will assist in the review and updateof procedures and protocols relating to the care of patients.
Exercise effective leadership acting as an exemplary role model for theward/department team.
Support the ward/ department manager in maintaining adequate staff cover andskill mix on the ward through effective use of staffing rotas
Support the implementation of risk management policies within theward/department, including the development of action plans to address identifiedrisks.
Participate in recruitment and selection of staff within the nursing team ensuringappropriate policies are adhered to.
Support the ward/ department manager in identifying staff training anddevelopment needs via personal development plans
Act as a mentor for all pre and post registration nurses and health careassistants.
Please refer to attached job description for a full list of responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Some of the role responsibilities will include:
Co-ordination of the ward/department on a day to day basis including planning,allocation and evaluation of work carried out by teams or individuals and self.
Provide specialist knowledge to all Nursing staff on the ward/ department
In support of the ward/ department manager will assist in the review and updateof procedures and protocols relating to the care of patients.
Exercise effective leadership acting as an exemplary role model for theward/department team.
Support the ward/ department manager in maintaining adequate staff cover andskill mix on the ward through effective use of staffing rotas
Support the implementation of risk management policies within theward/department, including the development of action plans to address identifiedrisks.
Participate in recruitment and selection of staff within the nursing team ensuringappropriate policies are adhered to.
Support the ward/ department manager in identifying staff training anddevelopment needs via personal development plans
Act as a mentor for all pre and post registration nurses and health careassistants.
Please refer to attached job description for a full list of responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse / Midwife
- Teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of management experience
- Evidence of change management
- Application of evidence based practice
- Evidence of developing high standards of patient care
- Lead role in education of staff and patients
Knowledge
Essential
- Application of current nursing issues and healthcare governance
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work in changing environments
- Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing
Skills
Essential
- Supportive of colleagues
- High level of personal and professional credibility
- Well motivated
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse / Midwife
- Teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of management experience
- Evidence of change management
- Application of evidence based practice
- Evidence of developing high standards of patient care
- Lead role in education of staff and patients
Knowledge
Essential
- Application of current nursing issues and healthcare governance
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work in changing environments
- Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing
Skills
Essential
- Supportive of colleagues
- High level of personal and professional credibility
- Well motivated
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).
