Deputy Ward Manager

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board; Monmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking highly motivated Registered Nurses for Trefynwy Ward at Monnow Vale Hospital. This role involves supporting the ward manager and providing exceptional patient care in a dynamic environment. The successful candidates will join a supportive team dedicated to delivering high-quality care and enhancing patient experiences. With flexible working hours and a commitment to staff wellbeing, this is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their nursing careers while making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Paid mandatory training

Occupational health support

Wellbeing Centre of Excellence

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must possess a degree qualification and NMC registration.
• Experience in Primary Care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day ward management and support the ward manager.
• Promote evidence-based practice and act as a role model.

Skills

Nursing

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Change Management

Education

Degree qualification

Job description

Job Summary

To assist with the management of the ward on a day-to-day basis by supporting and acting on behalf of the ward manager.

To be aware and demonstrate practice based on current advances in nursing.

Work in conjunction with other disciplines in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care.

To promote evidence-based practice and act as an accountable role model and clinical expertise.

Main duties of the job

We are currently seeking to recruit highly motivated Registered Nurses to work within Trefynwy ward, Monnow Vale Hospital. The ward is a 19-bedded GP led unit providing a range of care from rehabilitation, palliation, and care of the elderly.

We pride ourselves in providing excellent, quality care to our patients. We are a welcoming, supportive, and friendly group of professionals who strive to provide a friendly caring environment for both patients and staff.

We care for our patients 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, so you will need to have a flexible approach to take part in a full shift system including nights and weekend working, in some areas on a 12-hour shift system or on a three-shift system.

We are committed to exploring innovative ways of working to enhance patient experience. We know that our success depends on the commitment and dedication of our staff and we aim to recruit and retain the best staff possible.

We aim for Trefynwy Ward to be an enjoyable and fulfilling place to work. We know that feeling valued at work has a positive impact on both staff and patients and our Values and Behaviours Framework highlights our commitment to this.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About Us

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your speciality or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.

We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work-life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.

Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high-quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

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Qualifications

Essential

• Degree qualification

Desirable

• Experience in Primary Care

Experience

Essential

• Previous service
• NMC qualification

Desirable

• Previous Managerial experience
• Experience in change management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Employer name: Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Address: Monnow Vale Hospital, Trefynwy Ward, Drybridge Park, Monmouth, NP25 5BL

Employer's website: https://abuhb.nhs.wales/