Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Clinical Decision Unit as Ward Manager.
Clinical Decisions Unit (CDU) is a fast-paced environment within the Emergency Department, where patients requiring further assessment, treatment, or observations are monitored for a short period of time. This is an 8 bedded ward with assessment areas and a waiting room.
The Clinical Decision Unit is part of a brand new Emergency Village that has been built and will be a brand new unit.This role will look to suit a motivated, enthusiastic individual, the ideal candidate must demonstrate their ability to work under pressure, be adaptable to change and thrive in an environment with a varied workload.
In joining our team you will be helping us to drive our ambition of improving the health and well-being of people by working across organisational boundaries.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for highly motivated, forward thinking and experienced staff.
You will coordinate day to day shift and be responsible for the patient flow and coordinate care on the unit.
Working in collaboration with other key staff in the clinical group, maintain effective use of bed availability by timely and effective admission and discharge.
Conduct clinical assessments of patients admitted to CDU including observations and pain levels
You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care needs of patients from admission to discharge home or transfer to the inpatient wards..
You will maintain accurate, comprehensive, and timely documentation of patient care in accordance to Trust policies.
You will coordinate the daily activities and operations with CDU and safely pulling patients from other areas within ED, ensuring efficient patient flow, timely assessments, and adherence to clinical protocols
You will be a motivated and compassionate nurse who is dedicated to delivering safe, effective, and patient-centred care.
You will be responsible for the development, monitoring and auditing of standards for use in the clinical area. Ensuring that care delivered in the clinical area is of the highest quality, supported by research and in accordance with local and national policies, procedures, and guidelines.
You will support the junior and the newly qualified. You will be supported in your role clinically by an experienced Ward Manager, Matron and Lead Nurse
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
Our mission is to make a difference every day. Our values are that we care, we respect, and we listen
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
The salary for the role is only one part of the excellent package of benefits we offer to you:
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description
Job responsibilities
In conjunction with the Matron, s/he will deliver the modernisation agenda within their clinical setting, including effective leadership, setting, monitoring and maintaining professional and care standards, work collaboratively, manage complaints as per Trust policy and lead the nursing contribution to the governance agenda at ward level.
- S/he will be visible and accessible in the clinical area for patients, relatives and staff.
- Lead by example and act as a positive role model for all staff, taking responsibility for own professional development.
- lead the team and MDT through the StARS accreditation scheme.
- Provide leadership that promotes patient focused care.
- Maintain an environment conducive to education, teaching, audit and training for patients and staff.
- Provide clinical leadership and line management of staff ensuring the delivery of the highest professional standards through staff development and individual performance appraisal/review.
- Role model standards of care and expected behaviour through participation in direct patient care.
- Maintain personal standards of conduct and behaviour, which are consistent with Trust and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards and requirements.
- Actively contribute to, and support agreed developments within the Business Group.
- Ensure the efficient use of bank staff, monitoring quality and expenditure.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £41.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salaryIn addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In conjunction with the Matron, s/he will deliver the modernisation agenda within their clinical setting, including effective leadership, setting, monitoring and maintaining professional and care standards, work collaboratively, manage complaints as per Trust policy and lead the nursing contribution to the governance agenda at ward level.
- S/he will be visible and accessible in the clinical area for patients, relatives and staff.
- Lead by example and act as a positive role model for all staff, taking responsibility for own professional development.
- lead the team and MDT through the StARS accreditation scheme.
- Provide leadership that promotes patient focused care.
- Maintain an environment conducive to education, teaching, audit and training for patients and staff.
- Provide clinical leadership and line management of staff ensuring the delivery of the highest professional standards through staff development and individual performance appraisal/review.
- Role model standards of care and expected behaviour through participation in direct patient care.
- Maintain personal standards of conduct and behaviour, which are consistent with Trust and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards and requirements.
- Actively contribute to, and support agreed developments within the Business Group.
- Ensure the efficient use of bank staff, monitoring quality and expenditure.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £41.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salaryIn addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Evidence level 3 studies
Desirable
- Management and leadership qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- NMC standards and requirements
Desirable
- Awareness of budgetary control
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience at Junior Sister/Charge Nurse working within an similar setting
- Evidence of good Organisational and planning skills
- Recent evidence of continuing professional and personal development
- Managerial Experience
- Awareness of budgetary control
- understanding and awareness of governance
Desirable
- experience of working in Clinical Decision Unit/Emergency Department
- Evidence of change management
skills and abilities
Essential
- An enthusiastic and supportive leader who motivates people.
- Critical analysis skills.
- Proven clinical skills.
- Confident decision maker.
- Able to comply with Trust polices.
- Ability to work across boundaries and deliver quality service.
- Team player.
Desirable
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Evidence level 3 studies
Desirable
- Management and leadership qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- NMC standards and requirements
Desirable
- Awareness of budgetary control
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience at Junior Sister/Charge Nurse working within an similar setting
- Evidence of good Organisational and planning skills
- Recent evidence of continuing professional and personal development
- Managerial Experience
- Awareness of budgetary control
- understanding and awareness of governance
Desirable
- experience of working in Clinical Decision Unit/Emergency Department
- Evidence of change management
skills and abilities
Essential
- An enthusiastic and supportive leader who motivates people.
- Critical analysis skills.
- Proven clinical skills.
- Confident decision maker.
- Able to comply with Trust polices.
- Ability to work across boundaries and deliver quality service.
- Team player.
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).
