Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our well-established Medical and Nursing team within the Medical Division at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Trust (Huddersfield Site)
We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and dynamic individual to take on the role of the Ward Manager to provide leadership, management and support to the ward team and is responsible for the provision of patient care, ensuring that it is evidence based and of a high standard and to maintain 24-hour responsibility for the Acute Floor (46 bedded unit) alongside another band 7.
The post holder will ensure that patients receive the necessary care and treatment to promote health by preventing and treating a wide variety of acute medical conditions in adults. This will be achieved through the application of specialist knowledge, skills and practice.
This role requires close working relationships with a wide range of the multi-disciplinary/speciality teams, the Consultants, Heads of Nursing, Matrons, Ward Managers and the Clinical Site Management team. In order to succeed in this role you will need to possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. You will need to have the ability to deal with challenging situations in a fast paced environment in a professional and calm manner.
Main duties of the job
As Ward manager you will be responsible for:
- The day to day running of the ward
- Managing a large team of nurses and healthcare assistants
- Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Completion of audits / clinical governance
- Producing management reports, off duties and verification of pay
- Other duties as required
About us
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust is a dynamic and successful organisation with a strong organisational and personal development focus. With over 6000 employees and a turnover of £343 million, the Trust provides a comprehensive range of secondary care services to the people of Calderdale and Huddersfield and has an exceptional reputation for service delivery.
The Foundation Trust aims to design and implement services, policies and measures that meet the diverse needs of our service, population and workforce, ensuring that none are placed at a disadvantage over others.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description.
We are looking for Registered Nurse with substantial experience of working within a medical assessment unit with outstanding leadership and organisational responsibilities, excellent communication skills with the ability to remain calm under pressure and experienced in decision making and problem-solving.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description.
We are looking for Registered Nurse with substantial experience of working within a medical assessment unit with outstanding leadership and organisational responsibilities, excellent communication skills with the ability to remain calm under pressure and experienced in decision making and problem-solving.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential
- First level registration with NMC
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Practice assessor training or equivalent
Desirable
- Post-graduate qualification in acute specialty- i.e. clinical assessment
- Recent attendance on a leadership development programme or commitment to complete
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience
- Current experience at band 6 level on a medical assessment unit
- Success in working collaboratively across professions and services
- The ability to demonstrate comprehensive current medical assessment unit and acute medicine knowledge, skills and experience.
- Evidence of recent effective leadership and developmental work within acute medicine
- Experience and facilitation of change management/innovative practice within acute medicine
- Understanding of NHS targets in relation to ED/MAU
- Good working knowledge of professional standards and NMC code of conduct
- Commitment to clinical audit, research and evidence-based practice
- Good understanding of clinical governance- principles of lifelong learning - workforce planning, recruitment and retention
Desirable
- Previous experience of managing HR issues
- Caring for patients with mental health needs
- Experience of managing a budget
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines whilst paying attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure within an acute setting .
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Problem solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to lead, empower and motivate others
Desirable
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential
- First level registration with NMC
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Practice assessor training or equivalent
Desirable
- Post-graduate qualification in acute specialty- i.e. clinical assessment
- Recent attendance on a leadership development programme or commitment to complete
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience
- Current experience at band 6 level on a medical assessment unit
- Success in working collaboratively across professions and services
- The ability to demonstrate comprehensive current medical assessment unit and acute medicine knowledge, skills and experience.
- Evidence of recent effective leadership and developmental work within acute medicine
- Experience and facilitation of change management/innovative practice within acute medicine
- Understanding of NHS targets in relation to ED/MAU
- Good working knowledge of professional standards and NMC code of conduct
- Commitment to clinical audit, research and evidence-based practice
- Good understanding of clinical governance- principles of lifelong learning - workforce planning, recruitment and retention
Desirable
- Previous experience of managing HR issues
- Caring for patients with mental health needs
- Experience of managing a budget
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines whilst paying attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure within an acute setting .
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Problem solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to lead, empower and motivate others
Desirable
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
