Band 6 sister/Deputy Ward Manager

The Methodist Church in Britain; Birtley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust is seeking a nurse to deputise for the Ward Manager on a ward or department for six months. The role concentrates on day-to-day operations, patient flow, staffing, rota planning and clinical governance.

You will lead the nursing team, supervise junior staff, support appraisal and development, and contribute to audits and quality improvement while ensuring safe, compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse on the NMC Part 1 register.
• Leadership and mentorship courses completed.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care with patients, families and the MDT.
• Coordinate care delivery across the ward/ department to meet patient needs.
• Deputise for the Ward Manager and manage day-to-day running, including patient flow.
• Act as a clinical role model, giving specialist advice to colleagues and families.
• Lead and coordinate the nursing team; supervise junior staff and students.
• Manage workforce matters including appraisal, attendance, and sickness.
• Maintain accurate patient records in line with Trust policy and legal requirements.
• Provide clear information to patients so they can participate in decisions about care.
• Monitor standards, undertake audits and support quality improvement.
• Investigate incidents/complaints and implement actions to improve safety.

Skills

Ability to communicate and collaborate

Independent decision making

Prioritise workload

Flexibility in working practices

Education

Registered nurse – NMC Part 1

Leadership and mentorship courses

Evidence of CPD

Job description

This six-month fixed-term post at The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust sees the holder deputise for the Ward Manager on a ward or department. The work centres on day-to-day running of the area, covering patient flow, staff deployment, rota planning and clinical governance. Workforce duties such as appraisal, sickness monitoring and recruitment sit alongside audit and quality improvement. Fit depends on Part 1 NMC registration and recent post-registration experience in the clinical setting.

What the job involves

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised, evidence-based patient care with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team
• Coordinate care delivery across the ward or department so patient needs are met safely and compassionately
• Deputise for the Ward Manager and manage the day-to-day running of the clinical area, including patient flow, staff deployment and resources
• Act as a clinical role model, giving specialist advice and support to colleagues, patients and relatives
• Lead and coordinate the nursing team, supervising and developing junior staff, support workers and students
• Manage workforce matters including appraisal, attendance and sickness, return-to-work interviews, performance, recruitment and retention
• Maintain accurate, timely and comprehensive patient records in line with Trust policy and legal requirements
• Give patients and relatives clear, sensitive information so they can take part in decisions about their care
• Monitor clinical standards, undertake audits and support quality improvement
• Investigate incidents and complaints and implement actions to improve patient safety
• Recognise, elevate and manage risks, including safeguarding, infection prevention and control, and health and safety
• Maintain safe staffing levels and skill mix and contribute to rota planning

Qualifications

• Registered nurse on the NMC Part 1 register
• Leadership and mentorship courses
• Evidence of presentation or teaching skills
• Evidence of continued professional development

Experience

• Recent post-registration experience in the relevant clinical setting
• Ability to assess, plan and evaluate care for a variety of patients

Skills & knowledge

• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels
• Ability to work independently and make informed clinical and operational decisions
• Ability to prioritise workload and respond to changing demands
• Flexibility in working practices

Nice to have

• Evidence of presentation or teaching skills
• Previous experience working in an acute ward setting
• Experience of supervising others

What’s offered

• Development opportunities
• Flexible working
• Strong focus on wellbeing