Job summary
This is full time post, but we would
consider applicants looking for part time.
We are currently looking to employ a Band 6 Deputy Ward
Manager, full time 37.5 hours a week, to support the Ward Manager with clinical
and administrative duties on the Inpatient Ward at Pershore Community Hospital,
which is a 26 bed unit. The role will
include day, nights and weekend working.
The ward has a team of GPs, ANPs, RNs, HCAs together with
supporting staff in Social Services, Facilities and Housekeeping.
Pershore Community Hospital plays a critical role in the delivery
of local NHS services, providing more care and treatment closer to peoples
homes. Emphasis is to reduce length of stay whilst ensuring excellent care,
which is safe, effective, personalised and compassionate and to the standards
you would expect for your family and friends.
We encourage our staff in their professional development
and support in improving patient care.
Our patients care is a priority here at Pershore Community Hospital.
Main duties of the job
Your main duties will be to be responsible for the day to
day management of the ward, in the absence of the Ward Manager.
Manage the admissions and discharge of patients.
Evaluate and reassess nursing care according to clinical
need.
Supervise, support and encourage staff development
Facilitate audit for the ward.
Assist in managing the ward budget.
Participate in recruitment for the ward.
Maintain your own personal and professional development.
Ensure Trust policies, procedures and guidelines are
adhered to.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust,
we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals
and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health
and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of
all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over
100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible
working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions,
and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value
diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures,
and ethnicities.
What we offer;
-
27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to
33 days with long service
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Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work
unsocial hours
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Flexible and agile working opportunities
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Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
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Wide range of supportive staff networks
-
Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our
website.
We encourage you to read the attached applicant guidance notes.
Sharing
your data - As a data controller we may sometimes need to process your data to
pursue our legitimate business interests, for example to request a survey from
you (optional), to support the Trusts understanding of where you gained
interest in working for the Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the duties and criteria
for the role please refer to the job description and person specification
attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the duties and criteria
for the role please refer to the job description and person specification
attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN1)
- Degree / Diploma and working towards a first level degree
- Mentor award
- Evidence of on-going continuing professional development
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Desirable
- Management & Leadership qualification
- Practice Educator
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Disclosure Barring Service check satisfactory to the organisation.
- Ability to meet the travel requirements of the role.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of management of teams
- Clinical audit / project work
Desirable
- Broad range of clinical experience
- Previous acute / community hospital experience
Knowledge
Essential
- High Level of clinical knowledge and skill.
- Understanding of personal contribution to the achievement of organisation objectives with the business plan.
- Clinical Governance.
- Good knowledge of community services and care pathways.
- Understanding team work.
Desirable
- National and local health and social care strategies.
- Changes within community hospital care, CQC, PEAT, CQUINNS.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN1)
- Degree / Diploma and working towards a first level degree
- Mentor award
- Evidence of on-going continuing professional development
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Desirable
- Management & Leadership qualification
- Practice Educator
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Disclosure Barring Service check satisfactory to the organisation.
- Ability to meet the travel requirements of the role.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of management of teams
- Clinical audit / project work
Desirable
- Broad range of clinical experience
- Previous acute / community hospital experience
Knowledge
Essential
- High Level of clinical knowledge and skill.
- Understanding of personal contribution to the achievement of organisation objectives with the business plan.
- Clinical Governance.
- Good knowledge of community services and care pathways.
- Understanding team work.
Desirable
- National and local health and social care strategies.
- Changes within community hospital care, CQC, PEAT, CQUINNS.
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).
