Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the elective Orthopaedic nursing team as a Deputy Ward Manger, this is a fixed term post to cover maternity leave
The post is for 24 hours per week .. Shifts will be allocated over a 7 day period.
If you wish to be considered for the position available please click apply now to complete an application form. Throughout the application form, and particularly in the supporting information, please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the criteria on the person specification.
An Enhanced DBS with Adults' List check will be obtained during pre-employment checks.
Evidence of qualifications will be requested at interview and during compliance checks.
This is a secondment post- You must request approval from your current manager before applying.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be-
- Committed to providing high quality care to a range of patients with differing needs and be willing to embrace new role opportunities. You should be able to work as part of a team and be able to use your initiative. Excellent communication skills and flexibility to meet the needs of the service
- Have the opportunity to work closely with members of the multidisciplinary team, which will provide the candidate with advanced knowledge and skills to provide high standards of care to our patients.
- Working closely with the ward manager and deputising in their absence
About us
Choose Well - Choose WWL
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals, NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values 'the WWL Way'.
WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.
On-Call
Please note that senior positions (AFC band 8A or above) may be expected to participate in an on-call rota, if the role is predominantly operational.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Manage the ward in the absence of the Ward Manager, co-ordinating the activities of the ward team and deploying resources effectively.
- Ensure that effective communication is maintained both within the ward itself and with relevant external agencies or individuals.
- Organise own workload and adjust priorities in response to issues arising in the workplace.
- Recognise and respond appropriately to issues which require urgent or immediate attention, reporting to other members of the multi-disciplinary/management team as necessary.
- Deputise for the ward manager as requested at meetings and other events.
- Maintain ward management records and produce timely management reports at the request of the ward manager or as required in his/her absence.
- Maintain comprehensive clinical records.
- complete ward audits and contribute to ward improvements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Manage the ward in the absence of the Ward Manager, co-ordinating the activities of the ward team and deploying resources effectively.
- Ensure that effective communication is maintained both within the ward itself and with relevant external agencies or individuals.
- Organise own workload and adjust priorities in response to issues arising in the workplace.
- Recognise and respond appropriately to issues which require urgent or immediate attention, reporting to other members of the multi-disciplinary/management team as necessary.
- Deputise for the ward manager as requested at meetings and other events.
- Maintain ward management records and produce timely management reports at the request of the ward manager or as required in his/her absence.
- Maintain comprehensive clinical records.
- complete ward audits and contribute to ward improvements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse with a degree or diploma in nursing
Desirable
- Leadership qualification (e.g. LEO)
- Teaching/assessing certificate
Experience
Essential
- Extensive post registration experience
- Experience of working autonomously
- Experience of MDT working
- Experience in leading a team
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Communication
- Prioritise and time management
- Computer skills
- Phlebotomy and cannulation
- Line care
- Teaching and delegation
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of risk management
- Up to date knowledge of current changes within the NHS/ward
Desirable
Additional
Essential
- Organised
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation
- Flexible
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse with a degree or diploma in nursing
Desirable
- Leadership qualification (e.g. LEO)
- Teaching/assessing certificate
Experience
Essential
- Extensive post registration experience
- Experience of working autonomously
- Experience of MDT working
- Experience in leading a team
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Communication
- Prioritise and time management
- Computer skills
- Phlebotomy and cannulation
- Line care
- Teaching and delegation
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of risk management
- Up to date knowledge of current changes within the NHS/ward
Desirable
Additional
Essential
- Organised
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation
- Flexible
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
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Albert Edward Infirmary
Wigan Lane
Wigan
WN1 2NN
Employer's website
http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
