A new and exciting development opportunity has arisen for an ambitious, well-motivated individual to join the leadership team on Hillcrest ward. This is a highly valued, rewarding, and challenging role with opportunities to improve the delivery of inpatient services., Opportunities to transition from one ward to another do not come up very often in the career of health professionals and we would love you to be part of that experience with us helping us to shape a culture of care we are proud of in a new setting. The role will include a combination of clinical and operational duties which will support the maintenance of quality and standards for patient experiences. The role will consist of a strong staff focus, inclusive of HR Processes, rostering and the facilitation of staff Appraisals. The role will include clinical shifts and management shifts and duties will include;
* Maintaining high standards of patient care ensuring all patients individuality, dignity and privacy is maintained
* Providing key leadership for the management of day to day duties and patient facing care
* Completing operational duties such as the Health roster, provide line management supervision and complete staff appraisals to ensure developmental opportunities are captured.
* Ensuring that each patient receives an individual clinical assessment which is the subject of a regularly updated care plan that, wherever practicable, is formulated in conjunction with the patient.
* Ensuring that information regarding patients needs and progress are communicated promptly and accurately to their relatives and carers having due regard for confidentiality.
* Maintaining high standards of patient care ensuring all patients individuality, dignity and privacy is maintained at all times.
Hillcrest ward is an acute Mental Health Ward situated in Redditch and provides inpatient services across Worcestershire. It is a vital service for supporting those with mental health difficulties of varying complexities. The ward is supported by an established Medical team who will continue to support the wider MDT.
Hillcrest ward has a number of projects focusing on clinical leadership, operational management and strategic planning which will offer many opportunities for professional development. The ward has and continues to have ongoing environmental works which enhance the patient experience, ward safety and therapeutic facilitation., At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites. We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. Its why we were named Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year award at the 2022 Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities. What we offer 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours Flexible and agile working opportunities Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support Wide range of staff networks such as LGBT+ and ENRICH (Equality Network for Race Inclusion and Cultural Heritage) Health service discounts and online benefits including excellent cycle to work and car salary sacrifice schemes Health and wellbeing opportunities