Overview
Join to apply for the Deputy Ward Manager role at The Blood Cancer Foundation of Michigan. An exciting opportunity has arisen in our 21 bedded elderly Rehabilitation unit and palliative care on Avocet Ward. We are looking for a Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager to join our team. You will assist in leading our dedicated team in the provision of expert patient care and rehabilitation.
ALL APPLICANTS SHOULD HAVE A FULL NMC REGISTRATION
Responsibilities
* As a registered nurse, assist in the provision of active rehabilitation within this 21 bedded inpatient environment.
* Assess needs, develop and implement programmes of care and evaluate input to support the facilitation of appropriate discharge back to community.
* Support the ward manager in ensuring effective and efficient day to day running of the ward and ensuring safety at all times.
* Provide all aspects of patient care through the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. Supervise junior staff and be able to teach qualified and unqualified staff.
* Develop the assessment, development, implementation and delivery of agreed standards of nursing care.
* Assist the ward manager to ensure all staff are aware of prevention and control of infection.
* Ensure agreed standard of ward cleanliness by reporting any concerns to the ward manager.
* Work collaboratively with patients and families, MTD and social care to ensure patients receive timely and safe discharge.
* Act as an advocate for patients and protect their rights and dignity. Discharge patients following the Trust's Discharge Policy.
* Provide basic, intermediate and advanced patient care.
Benefits and Employment Details
* Season Ticket Loans
* NHS discounts for staff
* Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
* Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
* The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
* Day One Flexible Employer
* The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. You may discuss flexible working with the recruiting manager.
* Join our Staff bank. Our NHS staff bank hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust. The option to join is available from the first day of employment.
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