Job summary
The role requires having continuing responsibility for the 24-hour management of the ward and the delivery of safe, effective, compassionate patient care.
Promoting and providing a suitable and stimulating learning environment for students and for the ongoing professional development of registered staff.
To ensure that there is robustly maintained communication networks at all appropriate clinical and managerial levels and operationally manage resources within agreed budget.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the position of Ward Manager (Band 7) for Marham ward, this is a 32 bedded diabetes and endocrine ward alongside general medicine.
You will have the ability to provide excellent leadership and be responsible and accountable for the management of services; ensuring that high quality, evidence-based care is delivered.
We are looking for someone who is positive, progressive and forward thinking. You will be an enthusiastic, flexible and committed person, striving to deliver high quality care for ourpatients. You should promote continuous development in clinical practice and delivery of patient care; encouraging innovation, improvement and appropriate change in service delivery.
If this role appeals to you, and fits your profile, we would love to hear from you.
About us
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) King's Lynn is located near some of the most beautiful scenery in the UK, along the north Norfolk coast, and not far from Sandringham House.
We provide a comprehensive range of specialist, acute, obstetrics and community-based healthcare services to around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, in addition to parts of Breckland, Cambridgeshire and South Lincolnshire.
We have more than 4,000 staff and volunteers, approximately 530 beds, and a helipad for air ambulances. We work with neighbouring hospitals for the provision of tertiary services, including as part of regional partnership and network models of care, such as the trauma network.
In February 2022 the significant progress that has been made at QEH was recognised by the Care Quality Commission who rated the Trust as 'Good' in all of the core services they inspected. They recommended the Trust moves out of the recovery support system (formerly special measures).
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role requires having continuing responsibility for the 24 hour management of the frailty unit and the delivery of safe, effective, compassionate patient care.
To foster and lead a care environment that promotes continuous development in clinical practice, encouraging innovation and proactively exploring service development.
Promoting and providing a suitable and stimulating learning environment for students and for the ongoing professional development of registered staff.
To ensure that there is robustly maintained communication networks at all appropriate clinical and managerial levels and operationally manage resources within agreed budget.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role requires having continuing responsibility for the 24 hour management of the frailty unit and the delivery of safe, effective, compassionate patient care.
To foster and lead a care environment that promotes continuous development in clinical practice, encouraging innovation and proactively exploring service development.
Promoting and providing a suitable and stimulating learning environment for students and for the ongoing professional development of registered staff.
To ensure that there is robustly maintained communication networks at all appropriate clinical and managerial levels and operationally manage resources within agreed budget.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nursing Registration (Level 1), Health & Care Professions Council Registration
- ENB 998 or equivalent
- Evidence of further continued professional development
- Degree in Nursing / Healthcare related topic
Experience
Essential
- Experience at Band 6 level
- Previous experience as shift/team leader
- Experience of teaching students, HCAs and qualified staff
Desirable
- Experience of participating in budget management
- Experience in specialist area
- Experience of managing a large team
Skills/Ability
Essential
- Good time management skills
- Ability to write clearly and legibly in English
- Competency in IV drug administration
- Managerial and leadership ability
Knowledge/ Understanding
Essential
- Knowledge of evidence informed and research based practice
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nursing Registration (Level 1), Health & Care Professions Council Registration
- ENB 998 or equivalent
- Evidence of further continued professional development
- Degree in Nursing / Healthcare related topic
Experience
Essential
- Experience at Band 6 level
- Previous experience as shift/team leader
- Experience of teaching students, HCAs and qualified staff
Desirable
- Experience of participating in budget management
- Experience in specialist area
- Experience of managing a large team
Skills/Ability
Essential
- Good time management skills
- Ability to write clearly and legibly in English
- Competency in IV drug administration
- Managerial and leadership ability
Knowledge/ Understanding
Essential
- Knowledge of evidence informed and research based practice
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
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT
Address
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust
Gayton Road
King's Lynn
PE30 4ET
Employer's website
https://www.qehkl.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
