Deputy Ward Manager

North London Mental Health Partnership; Enfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health care provider is seeking a Deputy Ward Manager to join their team. This role involves supervising staff, developing patient care plans, and ensuring high standards of care within a multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursing with a focus on mental health.
• Ability to supervise and instruct junior staff.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate individual assessment and care plans.
• Participate as an effective MDT member in patient care.
• Maintain high standards of nursing care and support staff.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Team collaboration

Risk assessment

Communication

Empathy

Job description

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The post holder will work closely with and deputise for the ward manager in their absence. Be an active member of the multi-disciplinary team, supervise, teach, and instruct junior staff, Nursing Assistants, Activity Coordinators, and STR Workers in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care.

Working independently, the post holder will be responsible for developing and coordinating the individual’s assessment and care plan as agreed with the multidisciplinary team. The post holder will adhere to Trust policies, data protection, and Health and Safety standards.

Responsibilities include:

1. Participate as an effective MDT member, developing and implementing a patient-centered approach to care, assessing, developing, implementing, and evaluating patient and carer needs.
2. Interpret clinical observations, act upon them, and communicate information to team members following clinical protocols.
3. Determine nursing priorities, plan patient care, conduct risk assessments, and inform the Ward manager of any changes affecting care standards.
4. Meet the physical, psychological, social, and cultural needs of individuals and their families, using research-based knowledge to maintain their identity.
5. Recognize family and carer needs, involve them in care, and offer support and education with empathy.
6. Maintain high standards of nursing care, participate in setting and reviewing standards, nursing audits, and support staff in delivering quality care.

North London NHS Foundation Trust (NLFT) is committed to improving mental health care across North London to deliver excellent services to our local people.

Our Five-Year Strategy:

• Provide high-quality care closer to home.
• Ensure equity of outcome across boroughs through partnerships.
• Offer supportive working environments for staff.
• Pioneer research, quality improvement, and technology to enhance effectiveness.

You may be required to work at different locations within Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey, or Islington, as necessary. The Trust reserves the right to assign staff to other locations as needed.

For further details or informal visits, contact: Rose Ludbrook, Ward Manager, at [e-mail] or 02087025581.

Additional Information:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industry: Mental Health Care

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