Ward Manager - Cherry Ward

Job summary
The post-holder carries continuing responsibility throughout the 24-hour period for the assessment of care needs, the development of programs of care, and the setting of standards of care. Also carries continuing responsibility for the management of the ward, including deployment of nursing staff and teaching of learners.
Main duties of the job
Agree with the DDoN, HoN and Modern Matron the standard of nursing care and ensure that these are maintained at optimum levels.
Co-ordinate the provision of patient care throughout the 24 hour period, ensuring that there is effective communication within the ward, liaison with medical staff and other disciplines and services.
Be responsible for the assessment of patients\’ care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of research based programmes of care, to ensure that these comply with all policies and guidelines as laid down by the Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust and all legal/statutory requirements.
Ensure that all nursing records and documents are completed accurately and legibly by self and team, in order to meet the Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust and legal requirements.
Ensure that all staff are up to date with their competencies
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you\’ll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we\’ve achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities: to include level of responsibility for:
Patient care and assessment of need
Individual care plan/treatment records
Delivery of care
Where treatment occurs different wards/settings
Liaison and report writing
Out of hours service responsibility
Involvement of patients and carers in care plan
Continuity or care and progression of care
Development of services
Standards of care and evidence based practice implementation and audit
Please see attached job description for further information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities: to include level of responsibility for:
Patient care and assessment of need
Individual care plan/treatment records
Delivery of care
Where treatment occurs different wards/settings
Liaison and report writing
Out of hours service responsibility
Involvement of patients and carers in care plan
Continuity or care and progression of care
Development of services
Standards of care and evidence based practice implementation and audit
Please see attached job description for further information.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Mentorship course or equivalent
• High dependency course.
• Preceptor training.oEvidence of continuous practice Development

Desirable

• Degree or working towards a degree.
• A recognised Orthopaedic course for nurses

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Promote leadership skills
• IT Skills
• Human Resource Skills

Desirable

• Knowledge and research within specific specialty

Experience
Essential

• Experience as a Band 6 Sister within a general surgical ward setting or equivalent
• HR related training

Desirable

• Experience with the Surgical Enhanced Recovery Program
• Experience with recruitment.
• Be familiar with the Safer Nursing Care Tool (SNCT).

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Recognised management course (or prepared to undertake)
• Experience with following up on Incident Reporting

Desirable

• Experience with Budgetary management at the ward level
• Experience in dealing with complaints
• Experience with the appraisal process

Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Mentorship course or equivalent
• High dependency course.
• Preceptor training.oEvidence of continuous practice Development

Desirable

• Degree or working towards a degree.
• A recognised Orthopaedic course for nurses

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Promote leadership skills
• IT Skills
• Human Resource Skills

Desirable

• Knowledge and research within specific specialty

Experience
Essential

• Experience as a Band 6 Sister within a general surgical ward setting or equivalent
• HR related training

Desirable

• Experience with the Surgical Enhanced Recovery Program
• Experience with recruitment.
• Be familiar with the Safer Nursing Care Tool (SNCT).

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Recognised management course (or prepared to undertake)
• Experience with following up on Incident Reporting

Desirable

• Experience with Budgetary management at the ward level
• Experience in dealing with complaints
• Experience with the appraisal process

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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
Darrent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer\’s website