Inpatient Ward Manager

3 weeks ago

Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate nurse to take on the role of Inpatient Ward Manager at our esteemed facility.

An exceptional opportunity has emerged within our male adult acute mental health inpatient unit.

We are looking for a candidate who possesses a positive mindset and outstanding abilities to engage with patients experiencing chronic mental health challenges, while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Our team is supportive, friendly, and dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care in an acute environment.

If you have a background in leadership and management within inpatient settings, you may be the ideal candidate to lead, manage, and motivate our committed team.

Our service is devoted to providing holistic, goal-oriented care to our patients, who are typically in the acute phase of a severe mental health condition that poses significant risks to themselves or others, necessitating inpatient treatment.

Key Responsibilities

As the Inpatient Ward Manager, you will need to have a solid understanding of working in an acute care environment. Exceptional leadership skills and experience are essential to guide the team effectively. You will oversee the operational management, organization, and delivery of top-tier nursing care and clinical leadership within the ward. Your role will involve providing, maintaining, and enhancing nursing care to the highest standards possible within the available resources.

The ward manager is recognized as a clinical leader, who is present and actively engages in role modeling, facilitation, and education for the nursing staff.

We seek an individual with excellent communication skills who is enthusiastic about delivering high standards of care in a compassionate setting. You should demonstrate a commitment to innovative engagement with a diverse group of service users, show initiative, and be able to work collaboratively and cohesively within the multidisciplinary team, as well as with service users and their families.

You will collaborate with the leadership team, including the Modern Matron, Consultant Psychiatrist, and Psychologist, contributing to the advancement of acute service delivery across the Adult Acute Pathway. Additionally, you will work closely with the Senior Matron, Head of Nursing, Head of Service, and Clinical Director.

Working for Our Organization

Our ward accommodates 20 male patients requiring support during an acute phase of illness. We strive to provide the highest standard of care in a safe, nurturing, and exemplary manner, ensuring that our care is collaborative, holistic, and tailored to individual needs.

We are engaged in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care and outcomes through evidence-based practices.

Benefits of Employment with Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust:

  • Excellent opportunities for career advancement
  • 27 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, increasing to 33 days with continuous service
  • NHS discounts across a variety of retailers
  • Staff accommodation options
  • Competitive pension scheme
  • Lease car scheme
  • Cycle to work program

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

Job Purpose

  • To manage the ward as a vital component of the acute inpatient pathway within our organization
  • To ensure 24-hour full and accountable managerial responsibility for the ward
  • To provide, maintain, and enhance nursing care to the highest standards
  • To ensure that the unit adheres to safety and security standards in line with organizational policies and regulations
  • To guarantee that the ward meets quality and governance standards as per organizational guidelines

Clinical Skills

  • Develop effective multidisciplinary relationships through skilled communication with ward and community teams
  • Engage proactively with patients and their families to build positive working alliances
  • Commit to working alongside patients and their families
  • Address assessed needs while respecting patient wishes in the acute inpatient setting
  • Demonstrate clinical expertise in areas relevant to adult inpatient care
  • Conduct ethical and accountable practice while remaining open to peer scrutiny
  • Maintain clear, effective, and accurate record-keeping
  • Lead the clinical response to incidents on the ward

Leadership Skills

  • Understand contemporary mental health care issues and articulate a clear vision for inpatient service development
  • Be open to feedback on performance and implement resulting action plans
  • Serve as a role model in the clinical environment for all staff

Management Skills

  • Maintain overall containment and a sense of safety on the ward
  • Manage care effectively in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team
  • Exhibit effective time management and prioritize competing demands
  • Manage staff sickness, absence, leave, and disciplinary processes
  • Conduct the recruitment process effectively
  • Provide and coordinate effective supervision for the nursing team
  • Ensure compliance with infection control legislation and policies
  • Utilize staff resources efficiently to manage patient care

Additional Information

  • New employees undergo a 6-month probationary period, complemented by an induction process to foster a supportive working environment.
  • Candidates attending interviews for non-qualified positions may be required to complete numeracy and literacy assessments.
  • Appointment to this position is contingent upon satisfactory references covering the past three years of employment or study.
  • Employees are expected to complete mandatory training related to their roles.
  • We encourage applications from all community sectors, promoting equality and diversity.
  • Our organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential Criteria

  • Experience in nursing within an acute setting

Desirable Criteria

  • Experience in ward management
  • Leadership experience

Qualifications

Essential Criteria

  • Professionally registered nurse

Desirable Criteria

  • Eagerness to learn and develop professionally

Knowledge/Skills

Essential Criteria

  • Evidence of continued professional development
  • Proficient in clinical risk assessment and management
  • Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983
  • Skills in leading and managing staff

Personal Management

Essential Criteria

  • Ability to organize and prioritize time effectively
  • Demonstrates initiative
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Commitment to Excellence

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive organizational culture that enables our teams to deliver the highest quality of care and services possible. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are an Equal Opportunities employer.

Oxford Health is recognized for its commitment to research excellence and works closely with academic institutions to improve mental health outcomes.

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