Deputy Ward Manager

We are currently looking to employ a full time Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager, to support the Ward Manager with clinical and administrative duties on Cherry Orchard Ward, which is a 24 bed unit. The role will include day, nights and weekend working. The ward has a team of GPs, ANPs, RNs, HCAs together with supporting staff in Social Services, Facilities and Housekeeping. We encourage our staff in their professional development and support in improving patient care. Our patients care is a priority here Tenbury Community Hospital . If you wish to be considered for a secondment please gain permission from your Substantive Manager before applying.,

• Your main duties will be to be responsible for the day to day management of the ward, in the absence of the Ward Manager.
• Manage the admissions and discharge of patients.
• Evaluate and reassess nursing care according to clinical need.
• Supervise, support and encourage staff development
• Facilitate audit for the ward.
• Assist in managing the ward budget.
• Participate in recruitment for the ward.
• Maintain your own personal and professional development
• Ensure Trust policies, procedures and guidelines are adhered to
  
  At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
  
  Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities. What we offer;
• 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
• Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Wide range of supportive staff networks
• Health and wellbeing opportunities