Deputy Ward Manager – Conservators Ward

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Full time
Location: Taunton
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An exciting opportunity to work at Musgrove Park Hospital as a Band size Deputy Ward Manager on Conservators Ward, which specialises in General Medicine and Endocrine. We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to lead a team and strive to deliver outstanding patient care.

You will require good communication skills, a team-centred approach and be able to provide a high standard of nursing care with the support of your team.

Informal visits and chats are always welcome, please contact myself to discuss the position in more detail or I can organise for you to come and visit the ward!

This advert is open to registered Nurses with at least two years experience.

Main duties of the job

To provide effective clinical and managerial leadership of a ward, in the absence of the Ward Manager, which empowers staff to deliver patient-centred, evidence-based nursing care within a defined budget.

Establish systems for a multi-disciplinary approach to patient-centred care delivery, which builds on the philosophy of greater involvement of patients and their relatives/carers by using the Trust's patient and public involvement strategy.

Delivers patient care on a daily basis.

About us

At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust , we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card , unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce , and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty , and

breathtaking coastlines , with vibrant cities like

Bristol ,

Bath , and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London .

The region is home to excellent

educational facilities , and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

RGN Diploma and working towards or willing to work towards degree level Teaching/Mentorship Qualification Must be able to communicate in English language, both written and verbally appropriate to the post

Desirable

Speciality course or competencies in clinical skills relevant to the speciality of the ward First Level/Supervisory Management Qualification or Course

Experience

Essential

Minimum of two years experience at Band 5 Proven experience of clinical leadership of a team and leading team through change Experience of mentoring

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

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