Overview
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The post holder is responsible for and will work as part of the multidisciplinary team and deputise for the Ward Manager in their absence, managing in-patient services.
Responsibilities
* Assist in developing the team in all aspects of clinical governance and ensure that Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB) policies and procedures are adhered to.
* Lead and support the ward team in the absence of the Ward Manager, ensuring high standards of clinical care and service delivery for in-patients.
We are seeking to recruit a Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager to complement our team. The post involves leading a multidisciplinary team and working closely with nursing, therapy and medical staff to provide excellent nursing care based on evidence and core values of Powys Teaching Health Board.
The Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager will be responsible for assisting the Ward Manager in leadership, management and development of the nursing team, acting as a role model, coordinating staff training and ward coverage using e-rostering, undertaking appraisals and managing the ward in the Ward Manager’s absence.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Qualifications and Experience
* Essential: 1st Level Registered Nurse; up-to-date portfolio and evidence of professional development
* Desirable: Evidence of post-basic academic studies at diploma or degree level
* Essential: Significant experience as a registered nurse; ability to demonstrate professional achievements and activity in meeting clinical governance requirements; experience and qualifications as a mentor to student nurses and to support their placements
* Desirable: Ability to work effectively with other team members and a post-basic qualification with ongoing supervision in a defined therapeutic clinical intervention
Values and Aptitudes
* Essential: Enthusiasm, teamwork, caring attitude, motivation, flexibility, openness, assertiveness, strong personal drive
* Desirable: Flexibility to facilitate groups in evenings or weekends
* Essential: Ability to work shifts
* Desirable: Ability to speak Welsh
Skills and Abilities
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Evidence of leadership and achievement in driving and motivating a staff team
* Awareness of national developments and standards; knowledge of nursing interventions with up-to-date evidence
* Illuminates information literacy (I.M. & T.) and its use
* Desirable: Experience in management/leadership training and teaching/facilitation of groups
Other Requirements
* Able to work shifts
* Current UK professional registration
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