Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and dedicated Registered Nurse with significant haematology experience to join our friendly and committed Clinical Haematology team as the Deputy ward Manager. The Centre for Clinical Haematology is a nationally recognised centre of excellence for the treatment of haematological malignancies covering a large geographical area. The department is currently open from 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and 8-4 on Saturdays including bank holidays.
This role will include working alongside the current unit manager and team of deputies to lead and support the day case and outpatient team to provide an excellent high quality service for our haematology patients.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will act as Deputy to the unit Manager and will be required to:
1. Act as the deputy to the ward manager, completing managerial roles such as return to work discussions, sickness monitoring, and rota completion.
2. Be an effective leader and role model.
3. Provide regular direct clinical care, administration of medications and chemotherapy.
4. Support the implementation of both clinical and non-clinical governance.
5. Work flexibly as a member of the team to ensure standards are being maintained, evaluated, and where necessary improved.
Ensure high quality, evidence-based care is offered to patients and, in collaboration with the ward manager, identify the common issues which affect the quality of care, devising clear action plans to address any shortcomings ensuring agreed action is undertaken.
In collaboration with the ward manager, ensure that the patient has a satisfactory experience by evaluating patient processes and redesigning the pathway of care.
Improve and maintain standards of essential (basic) nursing care by using tools such as clinical audits.
About us
Our values are: Caring and helpful; Safe and Vigilant for our patients and colleagues; Being Clinically Excellent and driving innovation to meet the needs of our patients; Using our Resources wisely whilst Providing Quality products, services and experiences for staff and patients.
Date posted
14 April 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
164-7134309
Job locations
City Campus, Hucknall Road, Nottingham, NG5 1PB
Job responsibilities
During regular clinical sessions, act as a role model and teacher, working alongside other staff including visiting all patients in the ward in the absence of the Ward manager.
Work with the Ward manager to identify hazards relating to clinical and nonclinical risks and undertake identified risk assessments. Ensure that junior staff also see this as important by maintaining a culture which will support the delivery of both clinical and nonclinical governance within the ward or department.
Along with the Ward manager, support the ward or department team in completing appropriate risk assessments and develop action plans accordingly in order to provide a safe environment for the delivery of high quality patient care.
Ensure that all nursing documentation is regularly and appropriately reviewed and updated with changes implemented.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
* NMC Registration
* Chemotherapy trained
* SSSA qualification
* Continuing professional development
* IV Trained
Desirable
* Leadership/management training
* Teaching qualification
* Venepuncture and cannulation trained
Experience
Essential
* Significant experience in haematology
* Link role or project work
* Able to manage a team
* Problem solving skills
* Supervision of non-registered staff and newly qualified nurses
Desirable
* Audit or research experience
* Experience in implementing change into clinical practice
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential
* Ability to problem solve
* Able to identify own learning needs and those of junior staff members
* Assess, plan and deliver patient care
Desirable
* Awareness of local and national initiatives
Planning and Organisation
Essential
* Prioritise workload
* Time management skills
* Respond to challenging situations
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer name: Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address: City Campus, Hucknall Road, Nottingham, NG5 1PB
Employer's website: Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
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