Charge Nurse

Ashness House, part of the Pathfinder Group, is a 26-bed mental health rehabilitation facility for men with complex needs in Stanmore, London. Our facility is dedicated to offering high-quality care tailored to the needs of the people we care for. We focus on empowering people with complex mental health needs to lead fulfilling lives in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Main duties of the job

• 24-Hour Unit Responsibility: Maintain continuous responsibility for the unit(s), managing within allocated resources, and implementing organizational personnel policies.
• Staffing and Rotas: Plan and coordinate annual leave while maintaining safe staffing levels and skill mix via rota management. Provide effective leadership by setting clear objectives, delegating tasks, and organizing rotas equitably.
• NMC Code Compliance: Ensure adherence to the NMC Code of Conduct, periodically verifying staff registration status on the live register.
• Service Development and Evaluation: Participate in the planning, commissioning, review, and evaluation of services provided.
• Incident and Complaint Management: Ensure reports, statements, and investigations of accidents, incidents, and complaints are conducted, and appropriate authorities are notified.
• Performance Management: Oversee the performance management of all staff in alignment with organizational policies and procedures.
• Cost Efficiency: Plan rotas cost-effectively, approve agreed expenditure within guidelines, and monitor delegated budgets and expenditure. Contribute to cash-releasing efficiency savings and value-for-money initiatives.
• Communication: Organise regular team meetings, attend meetings with the CSM, and liaise with other professionals and department heads.

About us

At Ashness House, we use a person-centered approach, ensuring that each resident’s care plan is personalised and responsive to their specific requirements. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates closely with residents, their families, and healthcare professionals to deliver holistic care that promotes independence, dignity, and well-being. Joining our team means becoming part of a compassionate, professional, and dynamic group committed to making a positive impact on the lives of those we care for. We are looking for individuals who share our dedication to providing exceptional care and support in a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment.

Job responsibilities

• Operational Management: Maintain continuous responsibility for the unit(s), managing within allocated resources, and implementing organizational personnel policies.
• Budget Management: Manage a ward budget as agreed with senior management/finance director. Ensure expenditure remains within budget and alert the CSM of any potential overspend issues, agreeing on remedial actions as necessary.
• Clinical Responsibilities: Maintain 24-hour continuous responsibility for the unit(s), ensuring the implementation of prescribed care according to agreed standards. Monitor and evaluate care, taking necessary action as needed. Ensure patient confidentiality and staff compliance with this policy.
• Education/Research Responsibilities: Coordinate and participate in the educational process for nursing students, including in-service training and personal development. Act as a clinical supervisor and mentor for students and staff.
• Personnel/Professional Responsibility: Ensure all staff adhere to organizational policies and procedures as well as legislative and statutory policies.
• Security: Ensure the welfare and safety of staff, Service Users, visitors, and the public by implementing all policies/procedures related to Unit(s) security.
• Performance Appraisal and Review: Participate in the organizational appraisal system.
• Staff Leadership and Management: Provide effective leadership and management to staff, promoting high-performance standards in alignment with organizational objectives and priorities.

Person Specification

• Experience: 2 years post-registration experience in more than 1 setting e.g. acute admissions, forensic, rehabilitation.
• Qualifications: Registered Mental Health Nurse.
• 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£45,000 to £50,000 a year depending on experience.