Are you a highly motivated and innovative individual, with a passion for inpatient nursing?
Phoenix Ward is an 18-bed male acute ward for working age males with a diagnosis of mental illness and/or personality disorder. We are looking for a Ward Manager with a caring and inclusive attitude, committed to the delivery of safe, high-quality care in an acute ward setting.
As the Phoenix Ward Manager, you will be responsible for the effective operational management, organisation, and delivery of high-quality nursing care and clinical leadership within the inpatient ward. You will provide, maintain, and develop nursing care to the optimum standard possible within the resources provided. The ward manager serves as a clinical leader, providing role modelling, facilitation, and education to the nursing and care support team.
If you have experience of leadership and management in the inpatient setting and a 'can-do' attitude, you could be the right person to lead, manage, and inspire our dedicated team.
We can also support you in accessing additional Leadership Modules to explore your career progression.
Main duties of the job
The role responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* To provide, maintain and develop nursing care to the optimum standard possible within the resources provided.
* To act as the clinical leader, providing role modelling, facilitation, and education to the nursing team.
* To participate in the duty manager rota providing clinical support, advice, and practical involvement as required to ensure the safe provision of clinical services.
* Support the provision of 24-hour full and accountable managerial responsibility for the ward.
* To take the lead in ensuring effective joint working with statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure responsive and appropriate service delivery to users and carers.
You will work in a multidisciplinary ward leadership team of a Modern Matron, alongside a Consultant Psychiatrist and a Consultant Psychologist.
You will contribute to the development of acute service provision across the Adult Acute Pathway.
You will also work closely with the Senior Matron, Head of Nursing, Head of Service, and Clinical Director.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health, and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath, and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics, and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health, we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
* Excellent opportunities for career progression.
* Access to tailored individual and Trust-wide learning and development.
* 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service.
* NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants, and retailers.
* Lease car scheme.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Mental Health First Aiders.
* Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply).
* Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team.
Job responsibilities
For full details of this role please see our Job Description and we look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Experience
* Experience of nursing within an acute setting.
* Experience of deputy ward manager/team leader role.
* Ward management experience.
* Experience of accreditation processes.
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse.
Knowledge/Skills
* Can demonstrate clear evidence of continued professional development.
* Sound skills in clinical risk assessment and management.
* Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983.
* Demonstrates skills in leading and managing staff.
Personal Management
* Able to organise/prioritise time effectively.
* Demonstrates initiative.
* Excellent communication/interpersonal skills.
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.
£43,742 to £50,056 a year Per annum | Pro rata
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