Posted: 17 June
The role
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Deputy Ward Manger
We are looking for a Deputy Ward Manager to join our established team at Rivers Hospital and be part of our exciting journey.
You will be delivering exceptional standards of clinical care to our surgical patients working with a dedicated team and directly reporting to the Ward Manager.
Duties Include
Deputise for the manager in their absence and to provide leadership to wardteam.Daily operational management of the ward including rostering of staff to ensureTo lead on Clinical Governance for the ward, ensuring audits are undertaken,To lead investigation of incidents/complaints which relate to the ward.To be the ward patient advocate.Participate in care delivery, acting as a role model ensuring the highest levels of professional standardsOptimise efficient use of consumables and stock levelsRegular liaison with Maintenance Department to ensure service dates for all ward equipment are adhered to and service contracts maintained.To participate in on call and weekend workingWhat you’ll bring with you:
Registered with the NMCImmediate Life Support AIMsENB 998 or equivalentStrong clinical background as a ward nurseSignificant exposure in a senior role to external stakeholders such as Consultants, Physicians, Allied Health professionals, patients and suppliersBenefits:
25 Days Leave + Bank HolidaysBuy & Sell Flexi Leave OptionsPrivate Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying periodFlexible shift patterns available where possibleEnhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies (launched 2023)Private Healthcare for you and dependents includes online GPLife Assurance (Death in Service)Free Training and Development via the AcademyFree Parking on site for workers (where possible)Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)Over 8,000 discounts and special offers via benefits portalBook discounted cinema tickets on the dedicated cinema portalThe Blue Light Card SchemeWe care. It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.
We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people at risk. We expect all employees to share this commitment and behave in a way that supports it. All successful candidates will be provided with safeguarding training appropriate to their role.
