Deputy Ward Manager : Acute

TipTopJob • Full-time • Preston, GB • 3d ago

A fantastic new job opportunity has arisen for an experienced Deputy Ward Manager: Acute to work in an exceptional mental health hospital based in Preston, Lancashire. You will be working for one of the UK's leading health care providers

This is an independent mental health hospital, specialising in the management and treatment of acute mental ill health and eating 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 Deputy Ward Manager, Your Key Responsibilities Include

The facilitation, promotion and supervision of education, clinical practices and audit
The management of the clinical area in the absence of the manager
Overseeing the assessment planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care within agreed parameters, and having a working knowledge of local, national policies and legislation which govern current service provision
Identifying and contributing to others' training needs
Ensuring the promotion of issues of equality, diversity, and rights in accordance with good practice and legislation
Ensuring effective communication pathways exist
Operational Lead with the Ward Manager with regard to the provision of inpatient care
To facilitate and support the group programme for Service Users

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

Clinical supervision experience essential
Evidence of CPD and intent to maintain and develop CPD and leadership
Good computer skills
Experience in Acute Mental Health
At least 18 months, or equivalent post-registration experience, preferred
Mentorship is desirable; however, training could be provided

The successful Deputy Ward Manager will receive an excellent salary of GBP43,014 : GBP46,314 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: