We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join the Ward 12 team as a deputy ward manager. Ward 12 is a specialised respiratory ward with a dedicated respiratory support unit. We care for people with a variety of respiratory conditions working closely with the MDT to provide exceptional care. The respiratory support unit provides enhanced care for people who require non-invasive ventilation. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications has been received.
Responsibilities
* Supervise, support and educate junior members of the team
* Act as a role model to your team
* Ensure and maintain patient, staff and visitor safety
* Hold the site bleep responsibility
* Ensure team and patient safety, including safeguarding
* Contribute to ward assurance and audit
* Work with the wider MDT to ensure high standards of effective patient care
* Ensure safe staffing levels and contribute to off duty planning
* Assume responsibility for the devolved management of a ward/department in the absence of the Ward Manager, including assessment of care needs and implementation of evidence-based care
* Provide senior nurse site management cover
* Exercise accountability as set out in the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
* Be responsible for all nursing care standards and maintain high clinical standards
* Act as team leader and coordinate the multidisciplinary care of a group of patients
* Role model compassionate and inclusive leadership to promote a collective leadership culture, engagement, empowerment and quality improvement
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