Job overview
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic candidate to the position of Deputy Ward Manager - Acute Stroke Unit.
Main duties of the job
Acting as an effective clinical leader and will ensure the clinical and professional development of all staff for whom they are responsible for.
The post holder will have the responsibility for the assessment of patient care needs and the development /or the implementation and evaluation of patient care. Carry out pathways of care under supervision and when proficient, demonstrate procedures of care. Supervise junior and/or unqualified staff including student nurses and health care support workers.
As part of managerial and clinical development, under supervision, take charge of the team/ward. Whilst undertaking a variable shift pattern as directed by the ward manager to satisfy the needs of the service. Maintain clinical study and undertake further personal and professional development in Line with Trust policies. Support the ward manager and in her absence to make sure that the ward is safely managed.
Working for our organisation
NMUH North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Hospital Trust (NMUH) is one of London’s busiest healthcare providers, providing hospital care and community services for the 350,000 people living in Enfield, Haringey and beyond. Our specialist services include HIV, cardiology, blood disorders, diabetes, fertility, sickle cell and thalassemia. In addition to a full range of cancer diagnosis and treatment services, the Helen Rollason Cancer Support Centre is based on-site and provides services to support cancer patients’ wellbeing. We also provide community services and have a dedicated 0-19 service for children and young people in Enfield so that they can get the best possible start in life. This includes health visitors and school nurses who are delivering the national Healthy Child Programme, which provides a structured framework for the delivery of key interventions to support the health and wellbeing of children and families from 0 to 5 and school aged children from 5-19. The 0-19 service aims to improve pathways and partnerships with services in the hospital and deliver excellent care for the children and families. For more information, please access the following link:
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Roles and responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:
Assess patient care needs and the development and implementation of programs of
Patient care and participate in the evaluation of these.
Carry out all relevant forms of care to designated patients and be able to supervise learner
Nurses and Health Care Support Workers.
Care and control of medication and controlled drugs used for patient care, being aware of the systems used for safe administration, the ordering and maintenance of stock. To undertake intravenous drug therapy administration following training program which will assess the competencies and practical levels required to achieve safe working within Trust policies and procedures.
Ensure work with the Trust/unit and ward policies in order to maintain professional clinical and patient safety.
Acquire the knowledge and expertise to take appropriate action in emergency situations
and personally, attending the mandatory/compulsory update sessions.
Have the in-depth knowledge with practical experience of good hand hygiene and environmental cleaning in conjunction with North Middlesex University Hospital trust Policies and procedures
Be aware of the principles of infection control and the prevention of cross infection in
relation to patient care and the clinical environment.
Be able to communicate basic care information and answer queries to patients, their Relatives/carers and the multidisciplinary team members.
Participate in clinical training including teaching and supervision of new staff, unqualified
Staff and student nurses in the ward environment.
Undertake a minimum of once yearly KSF appraisal with the ward manager for
development planning
Advice patients and relatives/visitors to the ward with regard to control of infection
Person specification
Education and qualifications
Essential criteria
1. BSC/1st degree (health related) or equivalent qualification/training and experience Evidence of professional/clinical knowledge in area supplemented by specialist clinical, managerial training Qualification Post registration qualification in or demonstrate relevant experience and competence (appropriate area of speciality
Desirable criteria
2. Leadership and Management qualification
Skills and abilities
Essential criteria
3. • Demonstrates specialist expertise underpinned by theory acquired through CPD
4. Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues. Knowledge of evidence based practice
5. Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate specialist care delivered to patients/clients and give relevant advice/information to patients and relatives.
6. In depth drugs knowledge
7. • Ability to administer prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and blood products.
8. Evidence of involvement and leadership in teaching and mentoring learners.
9. An understanding of audit and research based nursing practice.
10. Understanding of resource management.
11. Good communication skills and ability to deal with sensitive information
12. To include dealing with distressed relatives, care of terminally ill & other challenging situations. Demonstrates ability to influence and negotiate with others.
13. Ability to organise and plan own time and that of junior staff and learners.
14. Demonstrate an awareness of clinical governance and risk management and how these skills affect their role and the department.
15. You will be able decide how best to achieve expected results, whilst acting within clearly defined policies/ procedures and codes of conduct.
Experience
Essential criteria
16. Substantial post registration experience in general medicine
17. Experience of shift management
Desirable criteria
18. Experience in looking after patients with chest and respiratory illness.
19. experience in managing patients with tracheostomies and laryngectomies
20. How to deal with complex discharges
Personal qualities
Essential criteria
21. Able to work with well within a team and independently
22. Able to manage the ward in the absence of the ward manager
23. Able to lead the team with kindness and compassion.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
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