Job summary
*** Fixed Term/Secondment Maternity Leave Cover for 1 Year***
An opportunity has arisen to join our team as a Band Seven Ward manager leading our paediatric medical ward.
The medical ward has 26 beds and admits children between the ages of 0-17 years with a variety of chronic conditions including CF, diabetes and epilepsy as well as those with acute episodes relating to viral infections, mental health presentations as well as having an open access policy for those with oncology diagnosis.
In this position you will have the opportunity to develop leadership skills, work with many different members of the MDT from a multitude of specialities and be pivotal in influencing the delivery of care to a large number of children who are admitted to the area.
Extensive experience in acute paediatrics is essential in this role as well as excellent communication skills the ability to decision make, be proactive and forward thinking. Alongside this being able to motivate and support staff is essential as well as having the ability to adapt to changing priorities. You will be supported by our paediatric education team ,as well as the paediatric matrons and other band seven ward managers within the Royal Alex.
Main duties of the job
The Ward Manager will be an integral member of the divisional management team supporting the division in the delivery of all key performance targets. They will be accountable for the provision of effective professional nursing leadership and proactive resource management for the clinical area of their responsibility. As an experienced practitioner the post holder will be expected to focus on providing a clean environment for care, ensuring best practice in infection control, improving clinical care standards and treating patients with dignity and respect within the defined resource allocated.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, 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 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate Information Pack:https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Leads and articulates clear standards of care for their clinical area including but not limited to; appropriate nurse-to-patient ratio, and acuity & dependency factors.
Leads by example in the clinical setting maintaining professional behaviour and communications at all times.
Demonstrates clinical competence in the specialty area they manage.
Ensures there is an environment that provides caring and compassionate care in their area.
Ensures their visibility in the clinical area, working with their team supervising and supporting nurses, mentoring band 6s to model the behaviour and standards expected.
Proactively talks to patients and their relatives related to their medical condition, patient experience and discharge plans, to provide leadership and advocacy
Ensures completion of Family & Friends survey reviews these scores and discusses them with the team to ensure improvements are made and good practice recognized.
Effectively and empathetically responds to patient complaints including written responses and inclusive with team learning following the complaint.
Demonstrates a leadership style that is consistent and congruent with empowerment
Is responsible for the leading of care within their area to support the harm free care agenda at UHSussex.
Provides nursing reports at Directorate meetings to highlight key areas of activity/ concern in their ward /clinical area
Presents risks relevant to their clinical area at site Quality and Safety meetings
Job description
Job responsibilities
Leads and articulates clear standards of care for their clinical area including but not limited to; appropriate nurse-to-patient ratio, and acuity & dependency factors.
Leads by example in the clinical setting maintaining professional behaviour and communications at all times.
Demonstrates clinical competence in the specialty area they manage.
Ensures there is an environment that provides caring and compassionate care in their area.
Ensures their visibility in the clinical area, working with their team supervising and supporting nurses, mentoring band 6s to model the behaviour and standards expected.
Proactively talks to patients and their relatives related to their medical condition, patient experience and discharge plans, to provide leadership and advocacy
Ensures completion of Family & Friends survey reviews these scores and discusses them with the team to ensure improvements are made and good practice recognized.
Effectively and empathetically responds to patient complaints including written responses and inclusive with team learning following the complaint.
Demonstrates a leadership style that is consistent and congruent with empowerment
Is responsible for the leading of care within their area to support the harm free care agenda at UHSussex.
Provides nursing reports at Directorate meetings to highlight key areas of activity/ concern in their ward /clinical area
Presents risks relevant to their clinical area at site Quality and Safety meetings
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Children's)
- Previous experience in acute paediatrics
- Teaching and assessing (mentorship) Qualification
- Previous band six in an acute childrens area.
Desirable
- Previous experience in ward management
- APLS
- Experience in paediatric oncology
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Children's)
- Previous experience in acute paediatrics
- Teaching and assessing (mentorship) Qualification
- Previous band six in an acute childrens area.
Desirable
- Previous experience in ward management
- APLS
- Experience in paediatric oncology
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
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.
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.
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).
