Ward Manager

An exciting job opportunity has arisen for a committed Ward Manager to work in an exceptional hospital based in the Attleborough, Norfolk area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This hospital is a large bedded mental health centre which provides care to adolescents and young adults, aged 12 upwards, who have complex needs, including acute mental illness and developmental disorders

**To be considered for this position you must be qualified as a Registered Mental Health Nurse with a current active NMC Pin**

As the Ward Manager your key responsibilities include:

·         Being a clear leader for the Nursing team and managing shifts

·         Providing high quality care for adult patient

·         Developing therapeutic relationships to optimise patient engagement.

·         Following all codes of conduct, standards and legislation, respecting the rights of others and promoting ethical practice

·         Contributing to patient assessments, compiling a plan of care alongside the individual, and monitoring patient progress

·         Mentoring and supporting student nurses and other members of the team

·         Promoting professional development within the team

·         Develop a culture of learning from lessons on the ward and encourage delivery of a professional service

·         Lead the team by being a positive role model in all aspects of the work

·         Ensure care and treatment is delivered in collaboration with the patient and carer

·         Provide direction, support and guidance to the staff ensuring all staff have regular supervisions

·         Responsible for the quality of care delivered and that all compliance requirements are met

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

·         Post registration qualification of at least 3 years

·         Experience in ‘acute adult service’ would be advantageous but not essential

·         Experience in a supervisory role

·         A recognised mentoring certificate is preferable

·         The ability to assess and teach junior staff

·         A proven ability to co-ordinate care, prioritise tasks and manage Health & Safety issues

·         The drive to learn and develop

·         A commitment to patient-centred care and to values-based and evidence-based practice

·         A flexible, positive, team-orientated approach

The successful Ward Manager will receive an excellent salary of £47,375 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 37.5 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

**£5,000 Welcome Bonus**

·         25 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holidays increasing to 30 days plus bank holidays with length of service

·         Extra Service Annual leave awards

·         Career development – progress across the Staff Nurse grading is via a distinct career path

·         A contributory pension scheme

·         An employee assistance programme

·         Free meals/refreshments when on duty

·         Free car parking

·         Relocation support (including payment for accommodation or moving costs), paid as a lump sum

·         Moving less than 100 miles up to £1,500 - If more than 100 miles up to £3,000 - To be repaid if individual does not complete probation & leaves

·         Payment into the pension scheme

·         CPD top up

·         Donation to a charity of their choice

Reference ID: 2306

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to contact@jupiterrecruitment.co.uk