Clinical Deputy Ward Nurse

NHS; Hengoed; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Clinical Lead Nurse Manager to join the Older Adult Mental Health inpatient team at NHS. The role involves leading clinical care, supporting patients and their families, and ensuring high standards of service delivery. Candidates should be experienced RMNs with strong leadership skills and a commitment to team development.

Benefits

Flexible working

Extensive training opportunities

Focus on work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and managing clinical teams.
• Ability to speak Welsh is desirable.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ward management in the absence of the ward manager.
• Assess and implement high-quality care for patients.
• Support patients and families during admission and discharge.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Patient-centered care

Clinical supervision

Education

Registered Mental Nurse (RMN)

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Clinical Lead Nurse Manager to join our specialist Older Adult Mental Health inpatient team on Annwylfan Ward.

We seek an experienced RMN who is motivated, innovative, and enthusiastic, demonstrating a commitment to the ongoing development of our inpatient service. The candidate must have the clinical experience to lead and model excellent care delivery, ensuring high standards are maintained for our patients.

The ward currently offers 16 in-patient Dementia assessment beds treating individuals with various mental health diagnoses within Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB). The successful candidate will oversee ward management in the absence of the ward manager, requiring strong leadership qualities, skills, and attributes.

As Clinical Lead Nurse, you will be responsible for assessing and implementing high-quality care for admitted patients. A key role involves supporting patients and their families during admission and facilitating safe discharge.

Desirable for this role is ability to speak Welsh; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally encouraged to apply.

Main duties of the job

1. Be a key member of the multi-disciplinary inpatient team, working within a patient-centered service.
2. Demonstrate commitment to teamwork and possess strong leadership skills.
3. Deputise for the ward manager as required.
4. Coordinate, deliver, and maintain high standards of clinical care.
5. Support the ward manager and provide clinical leadership to the team.
6. Supervise junior nursing staff and promote systems like Essence of Care and other quality assurance models.
7. Engage in further training to develop clinical skills.

The post requires working within professional guidelines and codes of practice. The candidate may be asked to work in other areas of the Health Board to meet service needs.

Applicants should be eager to develop junior staff and embrace clinical supervision, supported by a clinical progression pathway.

About us

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organization committed to caring. We offer an exceptional workplace with opportunities for career growth, extensive training, and a focus on work-life balance, including flexible working and health support.

Our Clinical Futures strategy aims to provide care closer to home and high-quality hospital care when needed, including the new Grange University Hospital.

Details

Date posted: 22 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £37,898 to £45,637 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 040-NMR216-0525

Job locations: Annwylfan Ward, Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr, Ystrad Fawr Way, Ystrad Mynach, Hengoed, CF82 7GP