Job summary
An exciting opportunity for a full time Band 6 who is enthusiastic and motivated to provide visible leadership to join our team Marjory Warren Unit Day Hospital/ OPD . You will need to have the management and communication skills to lead the team working closely with the Manager, matrons and business manager.
Our day hospital is on the ground floor of the Marjory Warren Unit, open Monday to Friday and has a car parking adjacent to the main entrance. The hospital has a friendly ambience for patients who are receiving treatments on a day basis or attending one of our various clinics. We run infusions and treatments through our day hospital, working extensively with other services such as Rheumatology and General Medicine.
We also run several clinics on the unit. Older people are more likely to have a fall or number of falls; we offer a falls clinic where you can be assessed and we will investigate the cause of your falls to help prevent further falls in the future. Stroke/TIA clinics run every day, Monday to Friday.
The successful candidate can be a Band 6 role or a senior Band 5 and will be supported to develop their leadership skills and will lead by example to deliver excellent high-quality care,will develop your professional accountability, innovative thinking contributing to a clear vision for the in-patient nursing area. You will be responsible for the continuous management of the unit and contributing to high standards of care delivery.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a caring, compassionate individual that is well organised, thrives under pressure and feels ready to develop their leadership skills within a friendly and supportive team.
The post holder will support the Ward Manger in all aspects of Ward/ Department management and have a key role in co-ordinating and developing the nursing team ensuring that patients receive the required standard of care.
To effectively co-ordinate care to ensure a seamless and timely pathway of care for patients. To be a visible and accessible presence in the clinical area for patients, relatives and staff. Organise own workload and adjust priorities in response to issues arising in the workplace. Deputise for the Ward Manager as required. Maintain ward management records and produce timely management reports as required in his/ her absence. Ensure comprehensive clinical records are maintained. Support the management of roster allocation for present and future shifts in order to provide safe staffing levels in line with the agreed workforce model. Ensure the provision of compassionate, safe and high quality care of all patients and supervise the working of junior staff and trainees during the span of duty. Ensure the efficient use of ward resources e.g. bank staff.
We offer you excellent managerial support and commitment to your personal professional development. You can access a variety of training courses from Acute Illness Management, ILS to leadership courses.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you:
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description
Job responsibilities
Supported by the Ward manager and Matron, you will develop your professional accountability, innovative thinking contributing to a clear vision for the in-patient nursing area. You will be responsible for the continuous management of the ward and contributing to high standards of care delivery. Please also refer to attached job description & person specification for detailed job description and main responsibilities.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Supported by the Ward manager and Matron, you will develop your professional accountability, innovative thinking contributing to a clear vision for the in-patient nursing area. You will be responsible for the continuous management of the ward and contributing to high standards of care delivery. Please also refer to attached job description & person specification for detailed job description and main responsibilities.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration- RN Adult
- Professional or clinical qualification relevant to the speciality or evidence of working towards
Desirable
- Supporting learners in practice course / mentorship
- Evidence of study at degree level
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of the need of confidentiality awareness at all times.
- Updated research and evidence-based practice.
- Awareness of legislation relevant to the post
- Knowledge of Health & Safety issues, and Data Protection
- Knowledge of trust policies and procedures
Desirable
- Evidence of further learning
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in adult care
- Evidence of continual professional development
- Evidence of ability to effectively co-ordinate a team
- Safeguarding level 3 training
- Ability to work autonomously & as part of a team
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate awareness of or evidence of clinical governance
- Coaching skills
- Undertaken or willing to undertake the Trust 'Work together to get results' programme
- Investigations Training
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care.
- Organisational abilities
- Appropriate IT skills
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Awareness of implementing change and willingness to learn new skills
Work related Circumstances
Essential
- Able to fulfil the health requirements of the post as identified in the Job Description, taking into account any reasonable adjustments recommended by Occupational Health.
- Must be eligible to work in the UK.
Desirable
- Must have an active NMC pin
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration- RN Adult
- Professional or clinical qualification relevant to the speciality or evidence of working towards
Desirable
- Supporting learners in practice course / mentorship
- Evidence of study at degree level
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of the need of confidentiality awareness at all times.
- Updated research and evidence-based practice.
- Awareness of legislation relevant to the post
- Knowledge of Health & Safety issues, and Data Protection
- Knowledge of trust policies and procedures
Desirable
- Evidence of further learning
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in adult care
- Evidence of continual professional development
- Evidence of ability to effectively co-ordinate a team
- Safeguarding level 3 training
- Ability to work autonomously & as part of a team
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate awareness of or evidence of clinical governance
- Coaching skills
- Undertaken or willing to undertake the Trust 'Work together to get results' programme
- Investigations Training
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care.
- Organisational abilities
- Appropriate IT skills
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Awareness of implementing change and willingness to learn new skills
Work related Circumstances
Essential
- Able to fulfil the health requirements of the post as identified in the Job Description, taking into account any reasonable adjustments recommended by Occupational Health.
- Must be eligible to work in the UK.
Desirable
- Must have an active NMC pin
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
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Stockport NHS foundation trust
Marjory Warren unit, Stepping hill hospital, Poplar Grove
Stockport
SK2 7JE
Employer's website
http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
