Deputy Ward Manager- Acute Ward
Reference: PRI98958
Location: Priory Hospital Bristol, Heath House Lane, Stapleton, BS16 1EQ
Priory Group Division: Healthcare
Salary: £43,014 to £46,314 DoE
Hours: 37.5
Vacancy Type: Permanent - Full Time
We are looking to recruit personable, flexible and motivated Deputy Ward Manager to assist the Ward Manager and MDT. Positions are available within our:
1. Male Acute Ward - 12 beds
2. Mixed Acute Ward - 10 beds
We admit people with mental health illnesses predominantly psychosis, depression, Personality Disorders and other diagnoses. Our usual length of stay runs from a few days to months and we support patients to return to their own communities with help from their home teams. We work as a multidisciplinary team consisting of nurses, healthcare assistants, speciality doctor, consultant, psychologist and occupational therapy in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
We are seeking those who can be a highly visible role model and mentor to the Nursing Team. The post-holder will have responsibility for assisting and maintaining the highest standards of nursing care, providing advice and support from a nursing perspective, and overseeing and holding responsibility for the ward environment and its resources.
You will assist in managing the ward, supporting and managing staff in order to meet the psychological and therapeutic needs of a diverse group of service users with varying degrees of mental and physical issues. You will be caring and attentive with the skills to build strong and trusting relationships with people. It is also important that you work well in a team, are keen to work in a fast-paced environment, and are able to report effectively to Senior Management.
What you will need:
* At least 2 years post qualifying clinical experience
* Experience of working within an in-patient mental health setting and the treatment of adults as well as in an Acute setting
* High levels of customer service
* Effective Management of complaints
* A strong sense of responsibility & ownership
* Willingness to learn
* Effective communication skills
* Flexibility and strong 'can do' attitude
What we'd like to give you:
* Support with personal development and growth including access to Leadership programmes
* £3000 welcome bonus
* A competitive salary with enhancements for working on weekends, nights and overtime.
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing by a further 2 days after 5 years' service.)
* Opportunities to develop and progress in a wide variety of care settings.
* Free Parking on site
* Subsidised meals on duty
* Enhanced maternity pay
* Disclosure check cost coverage
* Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training
* Online benefits and cashback rewards
* Cycle to work scheme
* Contributory pension scheme
* Refer a friend bonuses
* Long service awards
Disclosure:
All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
Closing Date: 28/02/2025
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