Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager to join us on the Haematology Ward. We believe our staff are our greatest asset and support our ward team to develop and grow.
Our ideal candidate will be caring, passionate and highly motivated to provide safe, innovative care in return we will develop you and support you within our speciality. Additional training will be provided in order to enhance your leadership and management skills. You will be well supported by the Unit Manager.
Ward 30 is a 22 bedded unit with a clinic and day unit attached staff rotate through the unit
We treat patients with chemotherapy, as well as other forms of supportive treatment for haematological conditions.
We are looking to recruit a clinical leader to deputise for the Ward Manager as required and support with safe delivery of care. You will possess excellent clinical skills, have experience of leading a team and have clinical experience within the speciality. You will be competent in cannulation and venepuncture, the management of vascular access devices and the administration of systemic anti-cancer therapy.
Main duties of the job
A team leader, providing clinical leadership and management support to the ward, developing, and evaluating best practice within the department.
The post holder will deputise for the department manager as required.
About us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Deputy Ward Manager Haematology position available at WUTH
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Deputy Ward Manager Haematology position available at WUTH
Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential
- 1 st Level Registered Nurse (relevant to area of work)
- Relevant diploma / degree or due for completion within 12 months in cancer/palliative care
- Chemotherapy administration and care qualification NM6955 and/or UKONS SACT Passport
- Minimum of three years post-registration experience of which two years should be haematology nursing or equivalent
Desirable
- Management qualification
- Recognised teaching qualification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Relevant Clinical knowledge/experience of the speciality
- Evidence of an initiative which has changed or enhanced clinical practice
- Competent in delivery of all SACT
- Competent in cannulation, venapuncture, central access device management
- Competent in organising own work load and that of others
- Good problem solving abilities
- Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment
- Able to support and advise the team
- Act as a positive role model
Desirable
- Student nurse assessor
- Evidence of ability to act as a preceptor/mentor to new staff
- Evidence of involvement in producing teaching strategies/packages
- Able to deal with conflict
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communicator (verbal and written)
- Self-motivated
- Enthusiastic
- Sensitive and empathic
Desirable
Other Requirements
Essential
- Recognises own development needs and able to set personal objectives
- Has identified methods of dealing effectively under pressure
Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential
- 1 st Level Registered Nurse (relevant to area of work)
- Relevant diploma / degree or due for completion within 12 months in cancer/palliative care
- Chemotherapy administration and care qualification NM6955 and/or UKONS SACT Passport
- Minimum of three years post-registration experience of which two years should be haematology nursing or equivalent
Desirable
- Management qualification
- Recognised teaching qualification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Relevant Clinical knowledge/experience of the speciality
- Evidence of an initiative which has changed or enhanced clinical practice
- Competent in delivery of all SACT
- Competent in cannulation, venapuncture, central access device management
- Competent in organising own work load and that of others
- Good problem solving abilities
- Awareness of Health Policies and the changing NHS environment
- Able to support and advise the team
- Act as a positive role model
Desirable
- Student nurse assessor
- Evidence of ability to act as a preceptor/mentor to new staff
- Evidence of involvement in producing teaching strategies/packages
- Able to deal with conflict
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communicator (verbal and written)
- Self-motivated
- Enthusiastic
- Sensitive and empathic
Desirable
Other Requirements
Essential
- Recognises own development needs and able to set personal objectives
- Has identified methods of dealing effectively under pressure
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).
