Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Ward Manager - Gastroenterology Medicine

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Job summary

We have an exciting opportunities for a Band 7 Nurse to join our friendly and supportive Acute Medical Gastroenterology Nursing Team who are committed to providing and maintaining high standards of patient care.

Ward L2 specialises in acute medical nursing. The Unit has 24 beds . You will be looking after patients with hepato-biliary issues, IBD and substance abuse problems.

Posts are offered on a full time basis with a working pattern over 7 days a week.

If you are passionate about Acute Medicine and want to make a difference then this may be then right role for you. We'd love to show you around so you can see for yourself.

Main duties of the job

Ward L2 cares for patients with a variety of gastroenterology conditions. The team work closely with all other members of the multi disciplinary team to ensure the patient is cared for in a holistic manner throughout their inpatient stay to ensure the patient is safely discharged at the earliest opportunity.

The ward is working towards the Nursing Assessment and Accreditation system which is the Quality Assessment Tool within the organisation. As the ward manager you would be an integral part of achieving this with the support from the senior leadership and a dynamic team.

We are looking for a senior nurse with appropriate experience and excellent leadership qualities to lead the team. You will use your skills to create a vision, influencing change and ensuring seamless care. The role can be high pressured at times and the ability to meet deadlines is essential. You will be supported by the senior nursing team to deliver on what is required within the role.

Within this role you will also be an integral part of the clinical team ensuring care is delivered to patients.

If you have the skills, drive and desire to succeed in this role we would like to hear from you. Experienced Band 6's with proven leadership abilities are welcome to apply.

About us

Salford Care Organisation is part of the Northern Care Alliance, one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. Salford is the place, which is taking bold, pioneering steps towards delivering a world class, fully integrated care system for adults. Home to the Manchester Centre for Clinical Neurosciences, Greater Manchester Trauma Hospital and the Geoffrey Jefferson Brain Research Centre, Salford is improving care for some of the sickest patients in the region, and delivers a range of acute, community and primary care services and specialist services to Greater Manchester and beyond.

Details

Date posted

24 August 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

236-SCO-NM681-23

Job locations

Salford Care Organisation

Stott Lane

Salford

M6 8HD


Job description

Job responsibilities

In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

If you are an International Nurse without a current NMC PIN, please do not apply for this role.To find out more about the current international nursing opportunities available to you here at the NCA, please contact InternationalNursing.OSCE@pat.nhs.uk

Job description

Job responsibilities

In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

If you are an International Nurse without a current NMC PIN, please do not apply for this role.To find out more about the current international nursing opportunities available to you here at the NCA, please contact InternationalNursing.OSCE@pat.nhs.uk

Person Specification

Qualifications & Registration

Essential

  • Current NMC registration
  • Degree level studies or equivalent portfolio of evidence
  • Management and Leadership qualification or experience

Desirable

  • Post basic qualification or experience in specialty

Experience

Essential

  • Proven experience at a Band 6
  • Band 6 experience within an acute medicine setting
Person Specification

Qualifications & Registration

Essential

  • Current NMC registration
  • Degree level studies or equivalent portfolio of evidence
  • Management and Leadership qualification or experience

Desirable

  • Post basic qualification or experience in specialty

Experience

Essential

  • Proven experience at a Band 6
  • Band 6 experience within an acute medicine setting

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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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.

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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Salford Care Organisation

Stott Lane

Salford

M6 8HD


Employer's website

https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Salford Care Organisation

Stott Lane

Salford

M6 8HD


Employer's website

https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Nurse - Integrated Care

Louise Nutt

Louise.Nutt@nca.nhs.uk

01612060363

Details

Date posted

24 August 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

236-SCO-NM681-23

Job locations

Salford Care Organisation

Stott Lane

Salford

M6 8HD


Supporting documents

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