Deputy Ward Manager - Elizabeth Loury Ward
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Job summary
A fantastic opportunity has arisen on Elizabeth Loury Ward. We are looking for an individual with strong and professional leadership qualities to apply for a Fixed Term Contract for 1 year as the Deputy Ward Manager position on the Ward. This will be for 37.5hrs per week.
Strong, professional leadership qualities are needed at this level. It is critical to the quality of care, staff morale and the learning environment.
Systemic anti-cancer treatment (SACT) is administered on Elizabeth Loury Ward and the successful candidate will be expected to undertake this training.
Elizabeth Loury thrives on excellent teamwork and our team are all friendly supportive and all approachable. We build excellent rapports with our patients and relatives, of whom return to us many times, throughout their cancer journey.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for Oncology/Palliative care and will need to be willing to undertake training in Systemic Anti-cancer therapy. In return, we as a team will support and help the successful candidate, to pursue an extremely rewarding career in Oncology.
Main duties of the job
In liaison with the Ward manager, lead and co-ordinate a dedicate team of nursing and support staff to ensure the delivery of a high standard of nursing care.
In the absence of the Ward Manager, be responisble for the effective deployment of ward/department resources including manpower
You will adhere to NMC Code of Practice at all times and ensure ward compliance with and application of hospital policies and procedures
Assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of governance systems in the ward/department relating to Risk Management, Health and Safety and Controls Assurance.
Elizabeth Loury Ward is a 22 bedded Oncology/Haematology ward that cares for patient's who require specialized nursing care. This includes Chemotherapy, Immunotherapy, palliative and symptom control. We provide care and treatment to our patients, from their diagnosis to end of life care. We are supported by an amazing team of Consultants, CNS nurses, dieticians and rehab staff and we all focus on ensuring our patients and their relatives are supported to a very high standard.
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Details
Date posted
16 February 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£35,392 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract
Secondment
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
390-ONC-SO-8022
Job locations
Southend
prittlewell chase
Westcliff-on-Sea
SS0 0RY
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southend
prittlewell chase
Westcliff-on-Sea
SS0 0RY
Employer's website
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