Deputy Ward Manager

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Full time
An exciting opportunity has become available at Colwyn Bay Community Hospital. We are looking for a Band 6 Junior Ward Manager to work as a member of the Community Hospital Team in providing effective leadership with support of the Band 7 Ward Manager. You will be expected to supervise and manage a team of nurses providing skilled, clinically effective, high quality care for your patients.

This post is an exciting opportunity for a trained nurse to become a pivotal part of a dedicated multi-disciplinary team in providing holistic care for its patients.

Main duties of the job

Regularly take charge of the Hospital in the absence of more senior staff and have the knowledge to access Senior Nurse on call system. Participate in the risk profile for the ward ensuring Health & Safety compliance. Ensure efficient use of resources through adequate monitoring and control mechanisms. Supervise, teach and counsel qualified and unqualified staff, including other disciplines, to provide an effective support role. Counsel staff regarding poor/inappropriate performance when and as it occurs. Be involved in the management of sickness and absence. Ensure that Performance Reviews are undertaken for allocated staff. Manage and co-ordinate the admission and discharge of patients. Take an active role in bed management and appropriate utilization of beds. Take part in recruitment and selection of staff. Have knowledge of the BCUHB complaints and compliments policies. Ensure the appropriate and safe management of patients' property and donations are handled and documented in accordance with BCUHB Policy. Take delegated responsibility for budget constraints.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales has all the right ingredients. The largest health organization in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000 across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organizational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the Disability Confident Employer scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment-related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favorably than an application submitted in English.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

First Level Registration Educated to Diploma/Degree or equivalent level

Desirable

Management Qualification

Experience

Essential

Sufficient years of experience in contributing to the smooth running of Ward/Unit, ongoing management of junior staff and students, improving standards of patient care and encouraging new practice. Sufficient years post-registration experience in a relevant clinical area such as care of the elderly, stroke rehabilitation, or palliative care.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Desirable

Ability to understand and interpret financial information.

Attributes

Essential

Leadership and influencing skills. Highly motivated and able to work independently.

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Colwyn Bay Community Hospital

Hesketh Road

Colwyn Bay

LL29 8AY

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