Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Ward Manager on one of our acute wards at Priory Hospital Preston.
Main duties of the job
The ideal candidate for this role will:
- Provide senior nursing leadership to the ward nursing team in support of the Ward Manager.
- Have a degree of clinical experience and leadership that provides expertise and confidence to the nursing team and ward overall.
- Have defined delegated responsibilities from the ward manager, protected time for deputy ward manager duties and have supervisory responsibilities for an agreed group of staff.
About us
Set within lush and green hospital grounds, within easy reach of the M6 and M55 and with free parking on site, Priory Hospital Preston is a 38-bedded independent mental health hospital. The hospital sits within close proximity to the M6 and M55, making for excellent transport links for staff.
The hospital specialises in the management and treatment of patients experiencing an acute mental health crisis with two dedicated acute wards as well as a specialised unit to support patients with a diagnosis of an eating disorder. Services work in partnership with the NHS to provide the best quality outcomes for all patients. It has an excellent reputation for providing the highest standards of care together with an extensive range of services delivered across the three units.
An extensive clinical and nursing team work alongside therapy disciplines of Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Dietetics and Activity Coordinators throughout the hospital. Patients can access ward specific therapeutic programmes aimed at enhancing skills, self-care, coping strategies etc to support their admission and discharge into the community.
Forward thinking and committed to providing the best care to patients, and the best support to its employees, at Preston you'll have the chance to develop your skills through Priorys' innovative Career Pathways scheme.
Date posted
02 July 2024
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£41,475 to £44,648 a year + £5,000 welcome bonus
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
E0358-prestonDWM
Job locations
The Priory Hospital
Rosemary Lane
Bartle
Preston
PR4 0HB
Employer details
Employer name
Priory Healthcare
Address
The Priory Hospital
Rosemary Lane
Bartle
Preston
PR4 0HB
Employer's website
https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)