Job summary An exciting and challenging opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Mental Health Nurse to undertake the role of a Band 7 Ward Manager on Ward 7, Dementia Assessment Ward in YCC. The suitable individual must have post registration experience at Band 6. Excellent interpersonal communication skills required, as well as leadership and organisational skills. Negotiation and mediation skills are also necessary along with the ability to multi-task. Evidence of continuing professional development is required and you must have a commitment to teaching. You will possess: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to work on your own initiative whilst working as part of a team. A clear vision for best practice. A reputation for professional innovation. An ability to develop relationships across professional and organisational boundaries. This is a Welsh Desirable post at level 3 speaking/Listening or above. Main duties of the job The post holder will carry twenty-four hour continuing responsibility for the management of their respective ward. They will be highly experienced in inpatient mental health nursing.o The post holder will be responsible for delivering a quality nursing service to all patients in their care, ensuring that all resources are used to optimum effect.o They will be responsible for the devising and implementation of policies and procedures for their ward, which will ensure the highest standards of patient care within existing/current resources and which will ensure the highest standards and mission of the UHB.o The post holder will be responsible for ensuring the safety and welfare of staff through the observance and implementation of Health and Safety Policies and also assist them in identifying and achieving training and developmental needs through the implementation of UHB policies and procedureso Have a continuing responsibility of the management and the delivery of a 14 bedded mixed gendered dementia assessment ward ensuring effective and efficient use of resources.o Assist the Senior Nurse in developing systems and processes to monitor:- quality of care adherence to UHB polices and procedures clinical practiceo Deputise as necessary for the Senior Nurseo Maximise the performance of all staff within delegated area. English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply About us Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We live by our core values: We listen, learn and improve We treat everyone with respect We all work together as one team We are a proud local employer; around 80% of our 15000 workforce live within our region, making our staff not only our lifeblood of our organisation but of the diverse communities that we serve. 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. 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 Qualifications Essential Registered Mental Health Nurse Degree Sound working knowledge of the legal and policy framework underpinning mental health service provision e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, National Service Frameworks, CTP. Desirable Qualification in Management Experience Essential Previous Experience at Band 6 Experience of managing people and ability to lead a team of staff Desirable Managing staff rosters Experience in a range of clinical settings Other Essential Dexterity to undertake violence and aggression training and techniques and to participate in safe lifting and handling of patients. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Mental Health Nurse Degree Sound working knowledge of the legal and policy framework underpinning mental health service provision e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, National Service Frameworks, CTP. Desirable Qualification in Management Experience Essential Previous Experience at Band 6 Experience of managing people and ability to lead a team of staff Desirable Managing staff rosters Experience in a range of clinical settings Other Essential Dexterity to undertake violence and aggression training and techniques and to participate in safe lifting and handling of patients. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Address Ysbyty Cwm Cynon New Road Mountain Ash CF45 4BZ Employer's website