Ward Manager

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Full time
Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust is looking for a dedicated and dynamic Registered Professional to take on the role of Ward Manager for our inpatient ward at Ludlow Community Hospital.

The post holder will be responsible for leading inpatient care services, working in conjunction with therapy, non-clinical, and corporate service leads to ensure that we provide the very highest staff and patient experience, supporting best clinical outcomes.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will lead the day-to-day operation of the inpatient nursing services within the hospital, taking overall responsibility for the line management of nursing staff and the provision of high-quality services. They will be responsible for providing professional leadership and support to the MDT, bringing expertise in theory and practice to the ward and demonstrating compassion and inclusivity with a collaborative approach.

We expect the very best from our staff - in return we can offer you the opportunity to work alongside experts to help you further develop your clinical and leadership skills, contributions towards CPD including external opportunities as service delivery allows, and an exceptionally rewarding job opportunity in one of the most beautiful yet dynamic parts of the UK.

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification. Alternatively, please contact the recruiting manager for further details.

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

Professional clinical qualification/NMC Evidence of CPD and completion of portfolio. Knowledge and expertise through a combination of in-depth experience and postgraduate study.

Experience

Essential

Substantial postgraduate experience. Substantial line management and supervision experience. Recent experience of community working. Use of evidence-based practice. Sound knowledge of the roles within a multidisciplinary team.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Highly developed leadership skills. Ability to triage referrals. Knowledge of skills and roles of other professionals. Ability to delegate tasks to appropriate professionals/team members. Able to manage unpredictable nature of caseload. Knowledge of audit and research. IT literate. Highly developed presentation and teaching skills. Expertise in treating patients with a broad spectrum of complex clinical conditions and social situations. Experience of supervising staff.

Other

Essential

Ability to meet travel demands of the job.

Employer details

Employer name

Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust

Address

Bishops Castle Hospital

Stone House Union Street

Bishops Castle

SY9 5AJ

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