Job summary
An exciting position has arisen at Moorside Unit, Trafford for a motivated Band 6 RMN deputy ward Manager Post. The position is ideal for staff who would like to gain managerial skills and have a strong passion for clinical interventions that will improve patient outcomes. If you are passionate about patient care and would like to influence change and make a difference, this opportunity is the right one for you. The positions are for Acute and Older adult wards. You will be supported fully by the respective Ward Managers' and clinical leads to ensure that you meet the demand of the role. Further training and support is available from Practice leads etc.
Main duties of the job
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual patient centred care in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team using evidence-based practice and thus act as a role model of good nursing practice to other staff.
Assist the Ward Manager in developing services to meet the changing needs of service users in keeping with the Service and Resource plan and in consultation with the Clinical Manager.
To ensure the Care Programme Approach is implemented.
Develop and maintain systems to ensure all clinical information is communicated to members of the team involved in the treatment programme - both departmental staff and others.
Develop, maintain and monitor MDT case records.
Work in productive co-operation with other professional and voluntary staff to ensure the delivery of patient centred care particularly the relatives/main carers of the patient.
To be involved in the clinical supervision and staff appraisal systems as agreed with the Clinical Manager.
Ensure requirements of continual professional development (PREPP) are met.
To adhere at all times to NMC Codes of Practice.
Deliver the Clinical Governance/Quality Agenda.
Comply with the requirements of Caldicott Report, Data Protection Act (1993) and common law duty to maintain confidentiality.
Foster and nurture in individual practitioners a critical awareness of the service in an attempt to constantly improve that service.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work with the Ward Manager to introduce and support the use of up to date evidence-based practice, skills and practice which are evidence based.
To implement policies and procedures relevant to their area.
Ensure that they are up-to-date with both de-escalation and PMVA techniques appropriate to the ward environment.
Provide regular supervision for junior staff in line with the Trust Supervision policy.
Engage in their own personal management and clinical supervision as per Trust policy.
Participate in the structure for professional development and staff appraisal.
Assist the Ward Manager in the induction programme for new staff which will enable staff to feel welcomed and equipped to take on their new roles within the ward environment.
Contribute to the maintenance and development of the Trust nursing strategy.
Ensure systems exist to enable effective communication.
Ensure the development and maintenance of a culture within the department this is reflective of the philosophy of the Mental Health Service.
Assist with the development and maintenance of appropriate Operational Policies in conjunction with the staff and the Ward.
Ensure that all staff within the sphere of responsibility carry out their duties and responsibilities in a manner acceptable to the Trust and in keeping with its policies and procedures.
Agree Individual Performance Plans with the Ward Manager.
Exercise leadership and endeavour to achieve and maintain high moral in all staff.
Ensure efficient and effective use of resources and manage the ward within the given budget.
Act as bleep holder for the unit as required
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work with the Ward Manager to introduce and support the use of up to date evidence-based practice, skills and practice which are evidence based.
To implement policies and procedures relevant to their area.
Ensure that they are up-to-date with both de-escalation and PMVA techniques appropriate to the ward environment.
Provide regular supervision for junior staff in line with the Trust Supervision policy.
Engage in their own personal management and clinical supervision as per Trust policy.
Participate in the structure for professional development and staff appraisal.
Assist the Ward Manager in the induction programme for new staff which will enable staff to feel welcomed and equipped to take on their new roles within the ward environment.
Contribute to the maintenance and development of the Trust nursing strategy.
Ensure systems exist to enable effective communication.
Ensure the development and maintenance of a culture within the department this is reflective of the philosophy of the Mental Health Service.
Assist with the development and maintenance of appropriate Operational Policies in conjunction with the staff and the Ward.
Ensure that all staff within the sphere of responsibility carry out their duties and responsibilities in a manner acceptable to the Trust and in keeping with its policies and procedures.
Agree Individual Performance Plans with the Ward Manager.
Exercise leadership and endeavour to achieve and maintain high moral in all staff.
Ensure efficient and effective use of resources and manage the ward within the given budget.
Act as bleep holder for the unit as required
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- More than a years experience in Acute or Later life experience
Desirable
- Experience of working within an In-Patient environment
Skills
Essential
- oExperience of conducting clinical assessments including risk assessments
Desirable
- oExperience of partnership working within and across various statutory and non statutory teams and agencies
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- More than a years experience in Acute or Later life experience
Desirable
- Experience of working within an In-Patient environment
Skills
Essential
- oExperience of conducting clinical assessments including risk assessments
Desirable
- oExperience of partnership working within and across various statutory and non statutory teams and agencies
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).
