Job summary
We are pleased to announce that an opportunity for an experienced RMN Band 6 and above, to lead, as an interim ward manager, our Multi-Disciplinary Team on our adult acute inpatient ward.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic and highly motivated nurse who is; committed, caring, compassionate, have good leadership and problem solving skills, excellent communication skills, the ability to work as part of the multi-disciplinary team and a positive attitude to service developments and quality improvement.
Main duties of the job
- Responsible for the operational management of clinical area.
- Lead and effectively manage the ward nursing team.
- Ensure high standards of evidence-based, patient centered care are maintained.
- To establish and maintain systems for clinical governance.
- To effectively and efficiently manage ward budget and resources.
- To promote good communication within the team and with external agencies.
About us
Rosa Parks Ward is an 18-bedded male acute ward, currently based at Lambeth Hospital but will soon move to New Douglas Bennet House in Maudsley Hospital.
The multi-disciplinary team is dynamic and diverse, including RMNs, CSWs, an OT, doctors and a consultant who work closely to support patients on their recovery journey. Patients also have access to a psychology and art therapy while on the ward.
Benefits:
We are committed to ensuring our staff get the most out of their benefits package and understand the importance of a healthy work life balance. There is an extensive range of excellent benefits for you and your family. We want you to feel like you are part of a close-knit team at SLaM. It's important to us that you feel valued and appreciated and that is why we have a comprehensive benefits package on offer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Management of Nursing Care and Practice
- Management of Financial and Material Resources
- Management of Clinical Standards
- Management of Human Resources
- Management of Information and Communication
- Management of the Environment
- Personal Development and Freedom to Act
- Other Responsibilities
The post-holder will also be responsible for:
- Deputising for the Clinical Service Lead as required.
- Undertaking site wide co-ordination roles as required, eg. DSN.
- Establishing and building on excellent working relationships between other services within and external to the Directorate.
- Ensuring that systems are in place which invite service users and their carers to comment on the quality of services they receive.
- Implementation of the complaints procedure including investigation, response, and resolution.
Ensuring that their line manager is kept informed of all developments and changes within the ward environment.
- The safe storage and administration of medications.
- The creation and maintenance of an environment which is conducive to learning and which meets the educational standards required by Educational Institutions whose students are placed on the ward. The post-holder will be expected to facilitate actively the wards involvement in the training and education of staff from a variety of disciplines.
- Participating in projects within the Unit and Trust as required by the senior management of the Directorate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Management of Nursing Care and Practice
- Management of Financial and Material Resources
- Management of Clinical Standards
- Management of Human Resources
- Management of Information and Communication
- Management of the Environment
- Personal Development and Freedom to Act
- Other Responsibilities
The post-holder will also be responsible for:
- Deputising for the Clinical Service Lead as required.
- Undertaking site wide co-ordination roles as required, eg. DSN.
- Establishing and building on excellent working relationships between other services within and external to the Directorate.
- Ensuring that systems are in place which invite service users and their carers to comment on the quality of services they receive.
- Implementation of the complaints procedure including investigation, response, and resolution.
Ensuring that their line manager is kept informed of all developments and changes within the ward environment.
- The safe storage and administration of medications.
- The creation and maintenance of an environment which is conducive to learning and which meets the educational standards required by Educational Institutions whose students are placed on the ward. The post-holder will be expected to facilitate actively the wards involvement in the training and education of staff from a variety of disciplines.
- Participating in projects within the Unit and Trust as required by the senior management of the Directorate.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- RMN/RMNLD
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- SLTP Training
- Degree or equivalent experience
Desirable
- RGN
- Management course.
- Mentorship Course
Experience
Essential
- Significant years' experience of managing clinical practice at Band 6.
- Experience of providing clinical and managerial supervision
- Experience ofworking in a multicultural environmentand knowledge of methods to develop culturally sensitive practice
- Experience of implementing and monitoring standards of care.
Desirable
- Experience of working with other client groups and of using a variety of models and approaches to care
- Experience of implementing significant changes in working practices
- Experience of project management
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist clinical knowledge relevant to the service, including evidence based practice
- Working knowledge of all relevant legislation associated with acute mental health care, including MHA, CPA procedures, Human Rights Act, NSF, Child Protection and NHS Plan.
- Understanding of the role and function of other organisations providing services to people with mental ill-health.
Desirable
- Knowledge of performance management procedures
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Skills in developing and changing clinical practice
- Ability to build and maintain high standards of professional links and communication channels with a variety of personnel and agencies
- Ability to negotiate and reach compromises in verbal discussions in a manner which inspires confidence and respect from others.
- Ability to analyse complex issues/problems, gather relevant information and exercise sound judgement in reaching the most appropriate conclusions
Desirable
- Proven ability to maintain a balance between strategic and operational management
- Ability to manage conflict effectively
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- RMN/RMNLD
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- SLTP Training
- Degree or equivalent experience
Desirable
- RGN
- Management course.
- Mentorship Course
Experience
Essential
- Significant years' experience of managing clinical practice at Band 6.
- Experience of providing clinical and managerial supervision
- Experience ofworking in a multicultural environmentand knowledge of methods to develop culturally sensitive practice
- Experience of implementing and monitoring standards of care.
Desirable
- Experience of working with other client groups and of using a variety of models and approaches to care
- Experience of implementing significant changes in working practices
- Experience of project management
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist clinical knowledge relevant to the service, including evidence based practice
- Working knowledge of all relevant legislation associated with acute mental health care, including MHA, CPA procedures, Human Rights Act, NSF, Child Protection and NHS Plan.
- Understanding of the role and function of other organisations providing services to people with mental ill-health.
Desirable
- Knowledge of performance management procedures
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Skills in developing and changing clinical practice
- Ability to build and maintain high standards of professional links and communication channels with a variety of personnel and agencies
- Ability to negotiate and reach compromises in verbal discussions in a manner which inspires confidence and respect from others.
- Ability to analyse complex issues/problems, gather relevant information and exercise sound judgement in reaching the most appropriate conclusions
Desirable
- Proven ability to maintain a balance between strategic and operational management
- Ability to manage conflict effectively
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).
