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Job overview
The post holder is a key member of the in-patient multi-disciplinary team, working within a patient-centred service. There is a need to demonstrate a commitment to teamwork, with strong leadership skills.
The post holder will deputise for the ward manager and be responsible for coordinating, delivering, and maintaining a high standard of clinical care for all patients.
To provide support to the ward manager and clinical leadership to the ward team, as well as guidance and supervision of junior nursing staff. Ensure that systems are used to incorporate Essence of Care and any other adopted models of quality assurance and clinical governance into everyday practice.
The post holder will have an interest in furthering their clinical skills and will undertake further training as required while working within codes of practice and professional guidelines.
The post holder may be required to work in other areas of the Health Board to meet service needs.
The successful applicants will be keen to develop junior staff and embrace the benefits of clinical supervision. The post holders will be supported to further develop their skills in this role as part of a clinical progression pathway.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Clinical Lead Nurse to work as part of our specialist Older Adult Mental Health inpatient team on Sycamore ward. On Sycamore ward, we currently offer 12-hour shifts.
We are looking for an experienced RMN who is highly motivated, innovative, and enthusiastic, demonstrating commitment to the ongoing development of our inpatient service. You will need the necessary clinical experience to lead and model excellent care delivery, ensuring that high standards of care are delivered and maintained for patients admitted to our ward.
The ward currently provides 14 inpatient Dementia assessment beds, treating individuals with various mental health diagnoses within Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB). The successful post holder will, in the absence of the ward manager, oversee the management of the ward; therefore, leadership qualities, skills, and attributes are essential for the successful candidate.
As Clinical Lead Nurse, you will be responsible for the assessment and implementation of high-quality care for patients admitted to the inpatient environment. A key role is to provide support to patients and their families during admission and facilitate safe discharge.
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The Health Board provides integrated acute, primary, and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities, with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications, and professional career pathways, including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work-life balance, providing occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home, as well as high-quality hospital care when needed. This includes the Grange University Hospital, which provides specialist and critical care and is the newest addition to the clinical futures strategy, opening in November 2020. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Informal discussions and meetings are encouraged.
Please contact Lisa Payne (Ward manager) 01633 238280 or Danielle Batty (Senior Nurse) 07581009956.
Person specification
* Experience mentoring junior staff
* Experience as a preceptor for junior staff
* Experience working with the Mental Health Act
* Registered Mental Health Nurse
* Experience of training junior staff
* Practice supervisor/assessor
* Clinical supervisor
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non-UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK. If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower, and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020, and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Informal discussions and meetings are encouraged.
Please contact Lisa Payne (Ward manager) 01633 238280 or Danielle Batty (Senior Nurse) 07581009956.
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