Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and committed Band 7 Ward Manager in the Ophthalmology Day Surgery Unit at Ysbyty Abergele.
Focusing primarily on safe and effective discharge of day case elective surgery.
We are looking for an experienced, highly motivated individual who can work with our General Surgical teams to provide high quality patient care. The role of the Ward Manager is pivotal in providing leadership and support to our nurses, while ensuring the department is managed smoothly on each shift. The quality and standard of care for patients is at the centre of this role.
Main duties of the job
All applicants are expected to keep abreast with new initiatives and interventions within nursing care. A Ward Manager is expected to drive mandatory training and other courses which are relevant to the ward.
Staff will receive induction and support through staff meeting and personal development reviews.
In general, this is an exciting and fascinating ward opportunity for professional development and expertise in the field.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly.Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN with experience at band 5 level
- RGN with experience in surgical setting
- Evidence of continous professional development
- ILS
Desirable
- Evidence of leadership / change module
- Evidence of degree or working towards
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at Band 6
- Extensive experience in acute surgical care
- Demonstrates evidence of clinical competencies in acute medical management
- Experience of undertaking expanded roles within the speciality applied for
- Evidence of working on own initiative, managing time and prioritising
- Experience of supporting students within clinical area
Desirable
- Evidence of staff management - off duty / sickness and absence
- Demonstrable experience and involvement in clinical audit methods and quality initiatives
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Evidence of excellent leadership skills
- Provide evidence of maintaining and monitoring standards which enhance patient experience of care
- Ability to influence and manage change, including promoting evidence based practice
- Computer skills
- Ability to motivate and develop staff and change practice in line with national strategic drivers
- Excellent multidisciplinary team working skills
- Advanced clinical reasoning/problem solving
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN with experience at band 5 level
- RGN with experience in surgical setting
- Evidence of continous professional development
- ILS
Desirable
- Evidence of leadership / change module
- Evidence of degree or working towards
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at Band 6
- Extensive experience in acute surgical care
- Demonstrates evidence of clinical competencies in acute medical management
- Experience of undertaking expanded roles within the speciality applied for
- Evidence of working on own initiative, managing time and prioritising
- Experience of supporting students within clinical area
Desirable
- Evidence of staff management - off duty / sickness and absence
- Demonstrable experience and involvement in clinical audit methods and quality initiatives
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Evidence of excellent leadership skills
- Provide evidence of maintaining and monitoring standards which enhance patient experience of care
- Ability to influence and manage change, including promoting evidence based practice
- Computer skills
- Ability to motivate and develop staff and change practice in line with national strategic drivers
- Excellent multidisciplinary team working skills
- Advanced clinical reasoning/problem solving
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).
