We are looking for a Deputy Ward Manager to lead a nursing team and provide high-quality care and support to people within a Mental Health private hospital in Essex.
Whether you’re a senior nurse looking for the next step in your career, or currently a deputy manager looking for a new ward to make your own, if caring for others and successfully leading a team to effectively run a ward comes naturally to you, then apply today!
Duties:
1. Responsible for a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, their families, and visitors.
2. Apply relevant policies and statutory requirements within the ward and hospital framework of governance and communicate requirements to the wider team.
3. Ensure that risk is assessed and managed across the immediate and wider working environment and that statutory requirements are met.
4. Supervise a defined group of team members and contribute to their overall CPD, mandatory training, and appraisal process, recognizing the skills required across the team.
5. Address any performance issues that are below the expected standard.
Essential:
* A relevant nursing qualification
* NMC registration
* Experience as a senior nurse in a previous position.
* A positive attitude and a naturally caring and compassionate demeanor.
Annual salary of £43,000 to £46,000.
If you are interested in learning more about this job role or any other permanent opportunities through Athona, get in touch with Amy on 01277 245865 or drop an email to amy.king@athona.com.
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