Ward Manager Band 7

Job summary

The post holder will be responsible for managing a General Surgical, Trauma and Orthopaedic ward . Providing support and assurance to the senior nursing team and to safely manage, support and guide a team of Registered Nurses and Health Care Support Workers, to ensure that the care they provide our patients adhere to the safe standards outlined to us by clinical governance, and the exceptional standards that Prince Charles Hospital promotes.

Responsible for the delegation of clinical nursing activities to appropriately skilled team members, ensuring that an efficient and effective service is delivered to the patients.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for managing a General Surgical, Trauma and Orthopaedic ward Providing support and assurance to the senior nursing team and to safely manage, support and guide a team of Registered Nurses and Health Care Support Workers, to ensure that the care they provide our patients adhere to the safe standards outlined to us by clinical governance, and the exceptional standards that Prince Charles Hospital promotes.

Responsible for the delegation of clinical nursing activities to appropriately skilled team members, ensuring that an efficient and effective service is delivered to the patients.

Welsh Skills Desirable:This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Thisdoesn'tmean essential;whilst the candidatedoesn'tneed to have skills in Welsh,we'llconsider it an advantage when short-listingand selectingcandidates.Thisisn't'fluency',just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health.For more information, see 'Welsh Language Guidance' inthedocuments right at the bottom.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.