Job overview
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Please note that this role is a secondment opportunity. Before applying you must seek agreement and authorisation from your current line manager. Secondments can’t be agreed without your current manager’s approval. If you are unable to gain your managers approval you should refrain from applying unless you wish to take this role as a fixed term position.
An secondment opportunity has arisen for a ward manager position on Botolphs ward, for a 9 month period. We are looking for dynamic, forward thinking ward manager for our stroke ward.
The successful candidates will have excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering high quality person centred care.
We have fantastic opportunities for you to develop your clinical skills and knowledge in an environment which is conducive to learning and development.
Main duties of the job
·Act as a role model and ensure effective staff supervision with clinical practice, working with staff and patients in an advisory, teaching and support capacity and maintaining professional competence, authority and credibility.
·Work collaboratively with clinical nursing experts including Heads of Nursing, Clinical Teams, Consultant Nurses, Nurse Specialists and Practice Development Nurses in the development of expert, personal centred practice.
·Be able to develop, motivate and lead a team by using objectives in line with department, sub specialty and corporate goals
·Provide professional leadership within the department ensuring that all staff use evidence-based practise and adhere to the NMC code of professional conduct
·Be able to demonstrate a high degree of motivation and innovation.
·To contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the teams in which he/she works.
·Work with PALS to ensure that areas of concern are addressed effectively.
·Be able to work in a multi-professional environment ensuring most effective use of all members of those professional teams.
·Display strong leadership and positivity to the department team during times of increased pressure on resources, staffing crises, or bed pressures, working with divisional leads to assess risks across the division and how these can be minimised.
Working for our organisation
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
·Monitor key performance indicators, identify trends and take action to maintain levels of acceptable performance.
·Ensure that patient activity is monitored, and that all patient information is entered via Care flow.
·Ensure the department objectives are set in line with the Divisional and Trust objectives.
·Take the lead for Ward Accreditation and daily management system, ensuring this is implemented on the ward and has a high profile.
· To comply with all trust policies and procedures and the Health and Safety at Work Act, Infection Control measures.
·Act as an expert practitioner demonstrating specialist knowledge, skills and expertise within the area of work and within the context of changing health care provision.
·Take the lead in developing/implementing evidence-based practice within the clinical environment with a multi-professional focus having the ability to facilitate, initiate, manage and evaluate change in practice to improve quality of care.
·Ensure that the quality of patient care is assured by involvement in the implementation of essence of care and regular benchmarking of the standards at department level.
·Ensure high levels of patient satisfaction, ensure patient questionnaires are monitored and any required actions implemented
1. Ensure privacy and dignity of patients and clients is key in provision of nursing care and clinical practise of all staff
2. Deal with patient / relative complaints proactively to minimise the risk of them becoming formal. Appropriately investigate complaints in a timely manner and provide response as required.
Person specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential criteria
3. Achieved Grade and experience
4. NMC Registered Nurse
5. Mentorship or PSPA qualification
6. Diploma level education in relevant subject
7. Educated to Degree level or equivalent
Desirable criteria
8. ILS / ALS provider Leadership course or equivalent
9. Management training
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
10. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
11. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications