Ward Manager

2 weeks ago


Bradford, Bradford, United Kingdom Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

The Acute Stroke/ Neurology Unit is a 27 bedded facility which includes a 6 bedded Hyper Acute Stroke Unit. The unit is responsible for the assessment of patients that present with stroke and neurology symptoms. We are looking to appoint an experienced Registered Nurse/Allied Health Professional to lead the team in developing the service and managing the unit.

The advert itself will cover a full time post at hours per week with an overall responsibility over ward assurance.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a confident nurse with recent experience in an acute hospital, preferably stroke/ neurology setting alongside SLIP or equivalent qualification. NVQ/Diploma assessor qualification is desirable.

The successful candidate will need to be dynamic, hardworking, exhibit excellent standards in communication and will be expected to lead and deliver high quality evidence based care. They will need to possess the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.

The post holder will be supported in their professional development and will have the opportunity to develop in leadership and management while supporting and developing others.

They will be part of the management team and support with training and clinical supervisory responsibilities and be involved in the recruitment process, absence management, incident investigation and contribute to the development of the ward. The role will need to cover 4 days a week whilst ensuring a safe roster is in place.

Good leadership and communication skills are essential. Individuals should be flexible and be able to demonstrate they are an excellent role model with the ability to develop excellent interpersonal relationships.

About us

At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.

We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.

In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand-new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Acute medical nursing experience at Band 6 (significant) Regularly in charge of a ward Delivered improvement in patient care Worked within a multidisciplinary team

Skills

Essential

Ability to prioritise and problem solve Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team BLS trained Ability to make decisions and escalate appropriately Ability to challenge practice and support staff Knowledge and skills in Elderly and Intermediate Care

Desirable

Additional clinical skills cannulation, phlebotomy, intravenous drugs

Knowledge

Essential

Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality Understands how acute medicine patient flow works

Qualifications

Essential

RGN - adult nursing Teaching and Assessing in practice qualification (FLIP/ENB 6590 /998)

Desirable

Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent experience/ working towards
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