Deputy Ward Manager

Behave consistently with the values and beliefs of the organisation and promote these on day to day basis. Act as a role model to colleagues, always seeking to maintain the highest standards of professionalism. Use their initiative and take responsibility for themselves and the quality of their work and the service they provide to patients. Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients care within the Ward/unit, working in accordance with the philosophy of patient centred care and to NSF and other Trust standards. Be responsible for the day-to-day management of the ward/unit as designated by the Matron/Hospital Manager in the absence of the Ward Manager. Planning and Delivery of Individual Nursing Care under Direction of Senior Staff Work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Scope of Professional Practice 2002. Carry out skilled, evidence- based nursing care. Demonstrate an analytical approach to clinical assessment of patients in the light
of current research and resources. Work as a named nurse for a caseload of patients, coordinating the multidisciplinary assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care and treatment, ensuring patients have an individualised care plan. Evaluate and reassess nursing care according to clinical need. Promote and support patient advocacy, self-empowerment and maximising patient independence, involving patients and carers (where appropriate) in care decisions. Be responsible for the day-to-day management of the ward/unit as designated by the Matron/Hospital Manager in the absence of the Ward Manager. Ensure admission and discharge planning practice is undertaken in accordance with good practice policy and guidance. Work closely with the care coordinator, social worker and all Primary Health Care team members and others concerned, to facilitate safe discharge or transfer of patient care. Supervise care given by staff nurses and HCAs, Rehabilitation and other support members of the team.
Delegate nursing care appropriately to junior staff. Contribute in undertaking Staff Development Reviews annually, for junior staff, participate and support clinical supervision and reflective practice within the ward team. Adhere to the Trusts policies and procedures. Adhere to local and national Health and Safety regulations and ensure that other members of the ward team are aware and adhere. Ensure safe cover for the ward within the set staffing levels and to inform the Ward Manager if this cannot be achieved. Attend and participate in the hospital management clinical team and other appropriate hospital and staff meetings. Identify risk within the ward/department and take appropriate action and to promote the safety of the patients, staff and visitors to the ward. Facilitate audit: undertake service audit within the ward/unit Support the Ward Manager / Matron/Hospital Manager in managing the ward / service within agreed budget and liaise with Matron/Hospital Manager on
budgetary issues. Be aware of relative cost of items in common use and ensure efficient use of ward resources. Participate in staff recruitment and selection processes. Deputise for / represent the Ward Manager / Matron/Hospital Manager in their absence and on a rotational basis hold the hospital bleep if necessary. For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.