Job summary
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and hard-working Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager (Registered Mental Health Nurse) to work with the multi-disciplinary team on Hume ward.
Hume ward is a 15 bed Male Low Secure Unit ward, currently located on the Springfield Hospital site, part of Southwest London and St Georges NHS Trust Forensic service, Shaftesbury Clinic. We are part of the South London Mental Health Partnership (with SLAM and Oxleas) and Quality Network for Forensic Mental Health Services sharing learning, expertise and innovation and improve the quality of care and treatment of service users and the development of staff.
We provides short- and long-term hospital admissions to male patients suffering from serious mental health problems such as psychotic illness, bipolar affective disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Admissions are generally agreed with the referring team/court/Ministry of Justice.
Our Multidisciplinary team are responsible for assessing, managing and reducing the risk to patients and the community whilst in our care. The team works in collaboration with the referring team to help the patient move back to an appropriate community setting as soon as possible.
Applicant must have at least 1 year experience as a band 5 nurse and must have completed their preceptorship.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for supporting the Ward Manager in implementing and monitoring all policies and ensuring that the ward functions in line with the Trust and service line philosophy of providing respectful compassionate care that is of the highest quality. The post holder will also support the Ward Management to ensure that supervision and appraisal systems are robustly implemented and that the care provided is of the highest possible standard in line with the service's clinical governance framework. The Deputy Ward Manager will support the Ward Manager with providing a safe environment within which all staff can deliver care and support to patients and their significant others. He/she will be equipped with the skills and knowledge and resources to ensure effective deployment of resources within agreed budgets.
We are an innovative service and are constantly striving to improve the quality of the service we provide. You will therefore be expected to engage in ongoing professional development and appraisal. You will also be expected to contribute to the strategic development of the service. Experience in a forensic setting is essential.
About us
We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust.
We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good' - we aspire to be 'outstanding'.
This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services.
We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do.
We offer flexible working, career development and a variety ofbenefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive.
Come and join our inclusive teams and help our patients on their recovery journey.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Leading in the assessment, admission and management of service user care needs through ensuring, Initial data collection, Monitoring of individual service user progress, Feedback and discussion Producing reports and in-care reviews, Devising a plan of care and intervention.
- Ensuring that service users fundamentals of care needs are met including nutrition, hydration, hygiene, and comfort
- To be aware of, and ensure that, the care team support the holistic needs of all service users, such as psychological, social, physical, recreational and spiritual needs
- Co-ordinating and evaluating collaborative patient centred care, getting feedback and improving plans with the multi-disciplinary team (MDT)
- Carrying out nursing procedures that give safe and effective care, observations of physical and mental state, and ensuring escalation of concerns as appropriate if deterioration is observed
- Administering and monitoring the side-effects of medication and monitoring service user compliance
- Undertaking and interpreting physical health care assessments, on-going physical health monitoring and reviews of service users. Recording any changes in the service users physical health and acting appropriately. Promoting healthy lifestyles and giving health promotion advice and support
- Providing accurate information about care in an accessible format to patients and their relatives and carers
- Liaising and working positively with members of the multi- disciplinary team and partner organisations
- Working safely to ensure safe custody of medicines, sharps, and clinical equipment, and reporting of all incidents following trust policy
- Recognising and valuing service users as individuals, acknowledging the importance of maintaining respect and dignity at all times and ensure that the care provided respects equality and diversity
- Encouraging and empowering service users to have an optimum level of responsibility for their individual programme of care and with their consent, where appropriate, seek the cooperation of friends, relatives and carers, following recovery principles and approaches
- Maintaining accurate patient written and electronic records, in line with Trust Policy, procedure and protocols. Use and complete care plans, pathway documents and progress notes appropriately and in a timely manner
- Contributing towards the on-going quality of service and care, to identify any risk issues in relation to the service users health and social care and responding appropriately if there are any changes, significant factors relevant or incidents related to the service user
- Understanding and ensuring adherence to the Trust risk assessment policy, including being aware of the need to follow all safeguarding procedures, reporting concerns, making referrals and documenting clearly. Being aware of the necessity to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults at all times when working with service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Leading in the assessment, admission and management of service user care needs through ensuring, Initial data collection, Monitoring of individual service user progress, Feedback and discussion Producing reports and in-care reviews, Devising a plan of care and intervention.
- Ensuring that service users fundamentals of care needs are met including nutrition, hydration, hygiene, and comfort
- To be aware of, and ensure that, the care team support the holistic needs of all service users, such as psychological, social, physical, recreational and spiritual needs
- Co-ordinating and evaluating collaborative patient centred care, getting feedback and improving plans with the multi-disciplinary team (MDT)
- Carrying out nursing procedures that give safe and effective care, observations of physical and mental state, and ensuring escalation of concerns as appropriate if deterioration is observed
- Administering and monitoring the side-effects of medication and monitoring service user compliance
- Undertaking and interpreting physical health care assessments, on-going physical health monitoring and reviews of service users. Recording any changes in the service users physical health and acting appropriately. Promoting healthy lifestyles and giving health promotion advice and support
- Providing accurate information about care in an accessible format to patients and their relatives and carers
- Liaising and working positively with members of the multi- disciplinary team and partner organisations
- Working safely to ensure safe custody of medicines, sharps, and clinical equipment, and reporting of all incidents following trust policy
- Recognising and valuing service users as individuals, acknowledging the importance of maintaining respect and dignity at all times and ensure that the care provided respects equality and diversity
- Encouraging and empowering service users to have an optimum level of responsibility for their individual programme of care and with their consent, where appropriate, seek the cooperation of friends, relatives and carers, following recovery principles and approaches
- Maintaining accurate patient written and electronic records, in line with Trust Policy, procedure and protocols. Use and complete care plans, pathway documents and progress notes appropriately and in a timely manner
- Contributing towards the on-going quality of service and care, to identify any risk issues in relation to the service users health and social care and responding appropriately if there are any changes, significant factors relevant or incidents related to the service user
- Understanding and ensuring adherence to the Trust risk assessment policy, including being aware of the need to follow all safeguarding procedures, reporting concerns, making referrals and documenting clearly. Being aware of the necessity to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults at all times when working with service users.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse and/or Registered Mental Health Nurse and/or Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse
- Mentorship qualification
Desirable
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of researchbased/reflective practice, e.g. understanding and ability to use supervision to reflect on skills, attitude and knowledge and develop these by using evidence based practice
- Significant relevant clinical experience
- Experience as a preceptor/mentor
- Knowledge of clinical governance and audit
- Knowledge of relevant Professional and Clinical legislation
Desirable
- Experience of taking responsibility for a ward/clinical unit.
- Experience of supporting practice development in clinical areas
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Able to provide quality care that is responsive to service user's needs, without close supervision
- Teaching ability
- Self-aware, self-confident and intrinsically motivated to do a good job and to motivate others
- Advocates for all individuals, particularly those with protected characteristics; promotes equality and diversity
- Forms very effective working relationships with colleagues
Desirable
- Problem solving, ability to identify problems, review options and take appropriate action without a predetermined framework
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse and/or Registered Mental Health Nurse and/or Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse
- Mentorship qualification
Desirable
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of researchbased/reflective practice, e.g. understanding and ability to use supervision to reflect on skills, attitude and knowledge and develop these by using evidence based practice
- Significant relevant clinical experience
- Experience as a preceptor/mentor
- Knowledge of clinical governance and audit
- Knowledge of relevant Professional and Clinical legislation
Desirable
- Experience of taking responsibility for a ward/clinical unit.
- Experience of supporting practice development in clinical areas
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Able to provide quality care that is responsive to service user's needs, without close supervision
- Teaching ability
- Self-aware, self-confident and intrinsically motivated to do a good job and to motivate others
- Advocates for all individuals, particularly those with protected characteristics; promotes equality and diversity
- Forms very effective working relationships with colleagues
Desirable
- Problem solving, ability to identify problems, review options and take appropriate action without a predetermined framework
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).
