Job summary
Hestercombe south west is a welcoming supportive team with 29 beds all in side rooms. The surgical specialities we look after are Trauma & Orthopaedics, gynae, gynae oncology and Bariatrics. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing clinical and managerial leadership to the ward team. Leading by example, maintaining visibility and accessibility to staff, patients and their relatives. You will report to the ward manager and in their absence take charge of the ward.
Main duties of the job
As deputy ward manager you be expected to be a role model for registered nurses, health care assistants and students, ensuring staff of all grades are supported in their work. You will also be responsible for the completion of audits and reports with the guidance of Matron and/or Senior ward manager.
The post holder will provide visible leadership, demonstrate a passion for delivering safe and efficient care whilst working collaboratively with the multi disciplinary team. You will work closely with the senior ward manager on staff recruitment, retention and colleagues development.
In return we can offer you access to comprehensive job related training and personal development programmes which support your career progression.
About us
As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits from NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.
We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic computer literacy in I.H.S system in the organisation and basic word processing, email.
- Knowledge of relevant NHS legislation to include clinical governance/COSHH/Health and Safety/Infection Control/Clinical Waste/Manual Handling / PEAT / Confidentiality and the Data Protection Act
- Basic knowledge of the Patient and Public Involvement agenda.
- Up to date knowledge of current evidence based practice in nursing.
- Experience or evidence of knowledge of clinical audit
- Evidence of or knowledge of how to manage conflict
Qualifications and training
Essential
- NMC registration
- Practice assessor training
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience of clinical leadership of a team and leading team through change
- Experience of mentoring
- Surgical experience
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic computer literacy in I.H.S system in the organisation and basic word processing, email.
- Knowledge of relevant NHS legislation to include clinical governance/COSHH/Health and Safety/Infection Control/Clinical Waste/Manual Handling / PEAT / Confidentiality and the Data Protection Act
- Basic knowledge of the Patient and Public Involvement agenda.
- Up to date knowledge of current evidence based practice in nursing.
- Experience or evidence of knowledge of clinical audit
- Evidence of or knowledge of how to manage conflict
Qualifications and training
Essential
- NMC registration
- Practice assessor training
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience of clinical leadership of a team and leading team through change
- Experience of mentoring
- Surgical experience
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
