Job summary
At Ramsay Health Care, we know our people are our most important asset. Join us as a Ward Manager where youll help to lead, manage and nurture a team in one of the leading providers of independent healthcare in the UK. Together, youll deliver the highest quality clinical outcomes in an environment where there is more time to care.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management:
Lead and manage the ward team, including nurses, healthcare assistants, and support staff.
Ensure the ward operates smoothly and efficiently, maintaining high standards of patient care.
Conduct regular staff meetings and provide ongoing training and development opportunities.
Manage staff rotas, ensuring adequate coverage and optimal use of resources.
Patient Care:
Oversee the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
Ensure all patients receive personalized, compassionate care tailored to their individual needs.
Monitor patient outcomes and implement improvements to enhance care quality.
Address patient concerns and complaints promptly and effectively.
Clinical Governance:
Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations, policies, and procedures.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.
Conduct audits and quality assurance activities to ensure continuous improvement.
Promote a culture of safety and risk management within the ward.
Communication and Collaboration:
Foster effective communication and collaboration within the multidisciplinary team.
Liaise with other departments and external stakeholders to coordinate patient care.
Participate in hospital-wide initiatives and contribute to strategic planning
About us
About us
Were Ramsay Health Care UK. With 35 hospitals, 7,600 staff and 200,000 patients treated every year, were one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. We deliver a wide and comprehensive range of specialised clinical services from routine to complex surgery, day case procedures, cancer care, diagnostic services and physiotherapy. In addition, we also have our three standalone decontamination units which are essential to supporting our clinical outcomes. 94% of our facilities are rated Good by the CQC, and we are extremely proud of the high quality of our staff as well as excellent relationships with doctors and our strong, longstanding partnership with the NHS.
Were part of a global hospital group with over 60 years experience that operates in 11 countries across the world. As people caring for people, our ethos helps make a huge difference in the lives of millions. We know that our people are our most important asset to our organisation, and are the key to our success and continuing growth.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Ward Manager will oversee the daily operations of the ward, ensuring the delivery of exceptional patient care and efficient management of resources. This role requires strong leadership skills, clinical expertise, and the ability to foster a collaborative and supportive environment for staff and patients.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management:
Lead and manage the ward team, including nurses, healthcare assistants, and support staff.
Ensure the ward operates smoothly and efficiently, maintaining high standards of patient care.
Conduct regular staff meetings and provide ongoing training and development opportunities.
Manage staff rotas, ensuring adequate coverage and optimal use of resources.
Patient Care:
Oversee the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
Ensure all patients receive personalized, compassionate care tailored to their individual needs.
Monitor patient outcomes and implement improvements to enhance care quality.
Address patient concerns and complaints promptly and effectively.
Clinical Governance:
Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations, policies, and procedures.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.
Conduct audits and quality assurance activities to ensure continuous improvement.
Promote a culture of safety and risk management within the ward.
Communication and Collaboration:
Foster effective communication and collaboration within the multidisciplinary team.
Liaise with other departments and external stakeholders to coordinate patient care.
Participate in hospital-wide initiatives and contribute to strategic planning
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Ward Manager will oversee the daily operations of the ward, ensuring the delivery of exceptional patient care and efficient management of resources. This role requires strong leadership skills, clinical expertise, and the ability to foster a collaborative and supportive environment for staff and patients.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management:
Lead and manage the ward team, including nurses, healthcare assistants, and support staff.
Ensure the ward operates smoothly and efficiently, maintaining high standards of patient care.
Conduct regular staff meetings and provide ongoing training and development opportunities.
Manage staff rotas, ensuring adequate coverage and optimal use of resources.
Patient Care:
Oversee the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
Ensure all patients receive personalized, compassionate care tailored to their individual needs.
Monitor patient outcomes and implement improvements to enhance care quality.
Address patient concerns and complaints promptly and effectively.
Clinical Governance:
Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations, policies, and procedures.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.
Conduct audits and quality assurance activities to ensure continuous improvement.
Promote a culture of safety and risk management within the ward.
Communication and Collaboration:
Foster effective communication and collaboration within the multidisciplinary team.
Liaise with other departments and external stakeholders to coordinate patient care.
Participate in hospital-wide initiatives and contribute to strategic planning
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid NMC registration.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience, preferably with a strong surgical background, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
- Strong clinical skills and knowledge of best practices in patient care.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Experience in managing budgets and resources effectively
- Previous Clinical Supervisory Experience
- Enthusiasm and a can do attitude
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the business
- A good working knowledge and compliance with CQC Standards
- The ability to make decisions and use your initiative
- Strong communication skills
- Passion to deliver excellent care in a busy and challenging environment
Desirable
- Experience of managing rosters and staffing (desirable)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid NMC registration.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience, preferably with a strong surgical background, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
- Strong clinical skills and knowledge of best practices in patient care.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Experience in managing budgets and resources effectively
- Previous Clinical Supervisory Experience
- Enthusiasm and a can do attitude
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the business
- A good working knowledge and compliance with CQC Standards
- The ability to make decisions and use your initiative
- Strong communication skills
- Passion to deliver excellent care in a busy and challenging environment
Desirable
- Experience of managing rosters and staffing (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).