Job summary
Are you looking to lead a specialist stroke nursing team?
Are you looking to enhance your leadership skills in an exciting and fast-paced ward environment?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated nurse leader to join our 22-bed acute stroke ward at Charing Cross Hospital on a fixed-term basis (9 month secondment). 9 South is an acute stroke unit specialising in post-stroke acute care and rehabilitation.
This Band 7 Ward Manager post requires an enthusiastic, driven and passionate leader who empowers their team to deliver high standards of care. You will demonstrate that you possess and promote the Trust values and incorporates these into your practice. You will work collaboratively across teams to deliver positive patient outcomes, you will aspire to continuously develop and share your knowledge with your team, and you will be an expert in ward management and stroke nursing. Above all, you will lead with kindness and understanding.
Main duties of the job
- Leading the ASU team to deliver high-quality, safe and compassion care. The WM will also provide assurance to the Trust that programmes of care for patients on their ward meets agreed standards.
- Use specialist knowledge and competence to effectively lead their team and produce positive patient outcomes and experiences.
- Will maintain accountability for their practice and ensure their team is also accountable for their practice and professional development.
- Support the Lead Nurse to ensure that safe staffing levels/skill mix is maintained and put in place measures to ensure this both in and out of hours.
- Contribute to quality and service improvement plans, including participation in ward accreditation and Pathway to Excellence activities.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We encourage staff to have the Covid vaccination to protect themselves, patients, other colleagues as well as the wider community.
Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within the Trust such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location.
As part of our continued response to Covid19 we are still conducting the majority of our interviews virtually.
We welcome discussions about flexible working and encourage a range of flexible working opportunities wherever we can.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse.
- Teaching qualification or equivalent experience.
- Relevant clinical post registration course - completed or in progress.
Desirable
- Has attained a degree in management/professional nursing issues.
- Leadership qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at Band 6 in a relevant clinical setting.
- Extensive experience within speciality.
- Experience of leading and developing a team.
- Knowledge of budget management.
Desirable
- Experience at Band 7 as a team leader
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrate commitment through involvement in Trust wide initiatives/ committees.
- Able to demonstrate highly developed organisational, administrative and people management skills.
- Good IT skills, understanding of Microsoft Office suite, including MS Teams.
- Flexible and adaptable.
- Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
Desirable
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse.
- Teaching qualification or equivalent experience.
- Relevant clinical post registration course - completed or in progress.
Desirable
- Has attained a degree in management/professional nursing issues.
- Leadership qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at Band 6 in a relevant clinical setting.
- Extensive experience within speciality.
- Experience of leading and developing a team.
- Knowledge of budget management.
Desirable
- Experience at Band 7 as a team leader
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrate commitment through involvement in Trust wide initiatives/ committees.
- Able to demonstrate highly developed organisational, administrative and people management skills.
- Good IT skills, understanding of Microsoft Office suite, including MS Teams.
- Flexible and adaptable.
- Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
Desirable
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).
