Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Ward Manager- Palm Ward - Respiratory Medicine

The closing date is 20 May 2025

Job summary

Are you an outstanding clinical nurse leader with patients and staff at the centre of everything you do? We are looking for an exceptional clinical leader for our inpatient respiratory department.We are looking for a Band 7 ward manager who is ready to lead a team to grow and develop excellent evidence based nursing and exceptional patient experience.Applicants who are interested will have experience in acute medicine and in the care of the acutely unwell patient.As ward manager you will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure best patient care.In return, we will offer you excellent learning and developmental opportunities. This secondment will give you the opportunity to grow professionally and develop your leadership skills.

Main duties of the job

To carry the continuing responsibility throughout the 24 hours period for the assessment and delivery of care needs, resource management of Palm Ward including budget, capacity and patient pathways.

Provide effective leadership and evidence based Clinical support and guidance

To participate in benchmark and quality audits including observation of care. Ensuring that staff receive feedback on the results, and that where necessary action is taken to improve standards.

Being a role model for your team creating a culture that supports and empowers staff to contribute to safe and effective care.

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues

Date posted

08 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£48,270 to £54,931 a year incl HCAS per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

252-7161502

Job locations

Darent valley hospital

Darenth wood road

Dartford

DA2 8DA

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a detailed description of the Job roles and responsibilities please see the attached job description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a detailed description of the Job roles and responsibilities please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

Registered General Nurse or equivalent
Educated to degree level or working towards
Recognised mentorship course
Evidence of continuing clinical & professional development

Desirable

Evidence of audit or research project.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Experience at Band 6 ward level
Experience within speciality and management experience in acute setting
Knowledge of current nursing issues
Knowledge of professional responsibilities

Desirable

Prior experience as a team leader

Skills

Essential

Management of leadership roles and skills
Ability of managing change at ward/department level
Evidence of managing staff and dealing with difficult situations
Ability to prioritise own work load and that of other staff
Computer literate
Demonstrate excellent communication & interpersonal skills
Teaching and assessing skills
Competent clinical skills: male catheterisation, cannulation, phlebotomy, ILS, drug administration

Desirable

Evidence of implementing change
IT skills / Continuing quality improvement strategies

Personal Attributes

Essential

Calm Assertive Well organised Methodical Self-motivating Persistent Articulate Problem solving approach Confident and effective Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to work on own initiative

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

Registered General Nurse or equivalent
Educated to degree level or working towards
Recognised mentorship course
Evidence of continuing clinical & professional development

Desirable

Evidence of audit or research project.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Experience at Band 6 ward level
Experience within speciality and management experience in acute setting
Knowledge of current nursing issues
Knowledge of professional responsibilities

Desirable

Prior experience as a team leader

Skills

Essential

Management of leadership roles and skills
Ability of managing change at ward/department level
Evidence of managing staff and dealing with difficult situations
Ability to prioritise own work load and that of other staff
Computer literate
Demonstrate excellent communication & interpersonal skills
Teaching and assessing skills
Competent clinical skills: male catheterisation, cannulation, phlebotomy, ILS, drug administration

Desirable

Evidence of implementing change
IT skills / Continuing quality improvement strategies

Personal Attributes

Essential

Calm Assertive Well organised Methodical Self-motivating Persistent Articulate Problem solving approach Confident and effective Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to work on own initiative

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

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

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Darent valley hospital

Darenth wood road

Dartford

DA2 8DA

Employer's website

https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Darent valley hospital

Darenth wood road

Dartford

DA2 8DA

Employer's website

https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)