Deputy Ward Manager

NHS; Llanfairfechan; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic and imaginative qualified nurse to join their multidisciplinary team. This role offers the chance to work with a diverse patient group, providing ongoing assessment and treatment for individuals with learning disabilities. You'll have the opportunity to lead a team, manage challenging situations, and contribute to progressive service design. The position not only supports your career development but also allows you to work in a rewarding environment focused on enhancing the lives of those with unique needs. If you're passionate about making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified nurse with experience in managing challenging situations.
• Interest in working with people with learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate nursing care needs of service users.
• Supervise and mentor staff and students.
• Coordinate care for a specified group of service users.

Skills

Nursing Skills

Team Leadership

Risk Management

Communication Skills

Experience with Learning Disabilities

Education

Registered Nurse Qualification

Job description

Job summary

Are you interested in a challenging role that exceeds expectations of working with people with a Learning Disability?

Are you able to share your positivity and lead a team even in the most challenging situations?

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a nurse to join our team providing ongoing assessment and treatment for people with Learning Disabilities.

We are looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking, and imaginative qualified nurse to become an integral part of our multidisciplinary team. In return, we offer the chance to work with a diverse and rewarding patient group within a service that provides a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of progressive service design. We also support your career development by working with an experienced and skilled staff team.

You should have an interest in working with people with a learning disability, including those who may exhibit challenging behaviors, are autistic, or have existing mental health issues. Experience working in an inpatient environment and managing challenging situations is desirable.

Main duties of the job

1. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the nursing care needs of a specific group of service users.
2. Supervise, mentor, and teach qualified and unqualified staff, including students.
3. Coordinate care for a specified group of service users.
4. Take a proactive role in risk management, including risk assessments, incident reporting, and near-miss reporting.
5. Act as a supervisor, mentor, or assessor for students or Healthcare Support Workers, where relevant experience allows.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable; applications from English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome.