Deputy Ward Manager

TN United Kingdom; Dorking; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health hospital in Dorking seeks a committed Deputy Ward Manager to enhance patient care. The role offers a salary of £43,014 to £46,314 per annum, full-time hours, and generous benefits, including flexible work schemes and professional development sponsorship.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Supplemented meals

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday Holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including reduced rates

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Refer a friend bonus

Qualifications

• Qualified as a Registered Mental Health Nurse with an active NMC Pin.
• 2 years post-qualifying experience preferred.
• Effective leadership skills with a passion for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the clinical development of the ward.
• Coordinate quality management of nursing care.
• Manage delivery of clinical services within the ward.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Patient-centred care

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse

Job description

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An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Deputy Ward Manager to work in an exceptional mental health hospital based in the Dorking, Surrey area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This mental hospital provides acute mental health service along with a 3-bedded step-down, community focused ward. The service supports males of working age, experiencing an acute mental health episode, providing the necessary levels of care required during crises

**To be considered for this position you must be qualified as a Registered Mental Health Nurse with an active NMC Pin**

As the Deputy Ward Manager your key responsibilities include:

• Assist with the clinical development of the ward through managing staff and monitoring clinical standards and practice
• Work closely with the Ward Manager to achieve ward targets and deliver high quality patient care
• To co-ordinate the quality and management of nursing care, patient care and the clinical environment
• Participate fully with the multidisciplinary team and undertake direct patient care
• Manage and direct the delivery of clinical services within a ward or unit, ensuring it complies with statutory regulations, current legislation and meets quality standards

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Previous experience of working within in an acute admissions environment
• 2 years post qualifying experience
• Effective leadership skills including self-motivation
• Passionate, driven, confident and resilient Leader
• Have excellent communication skills with a natural ability to lead, motivate and inspire your team
• A commitment to patient-centred care and to values-based and evidence-based practice

The successful Deputy Ward Manager will receive an excellent salary of £43,014 - £46,314 per annum DOE. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 37.5 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Free on-site parking
• Supplemented meals
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday Holiday - your birthday as an extra day's annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops/tablets/smartphones) and private healthcare
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonus

Reference ID: 6995

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