Deputy Ward Manager

NHS; Rhyl; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Rhyl is looking for a motivated Deputy Ward Manager for their Renal ward. This role demands commitment and excellent communication skills, with a focus on patient and staff welfare. Responsibilities include managing ward activities, supporting staff appraisals, and leading initiatives within nursing care. Applicants should possess substantial Band 5 experience in Acute Medicine or Care of the Elderly. Knowledge of Welsh is desirable. Be part of an organisation that values equality and diversity.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience at Band 5 Acute Medicine or Care of the Elderly.
• Previous experience at Band 5.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the service for the future.
• Continue the running of the ward in the absence of the ward manager.
• Provide support with staff appraisals, sickness and training.

Skills

Good communication and organisational skills

Sound knowledge of relevant clinical practice

Good knowledge of Clinical Governance issues

Evidence of innovative practice

ALS

Education

Evidence of further post-reg study

Job description

THIS POST IS AN SECONDMENT UNTIL 1ST APRIL 2027 DUE TO MATERNITY COVER.

If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

Ward 12 has an exciting opportunity to join our Renal ward. We are looking for a Deputy Ward Manager who is highly motivated and enthusiastic to assist in developing the service for the future.

This is a demanding role that requires commitment and a positive leadership approach towards change. You will have excellent communication skills and high clinical standards with a passion to make a difference for patients and staff alike. Managing and controlling the activities of the ward in an effective and efficient manner.

Main duties of the job

All applicants are expected to keep with new initiatives and interventions within nursing care. The Deputy Ward Manager is expected to continue the running of the ward in the absence of the ward manager. Providing support with staff appraisals, sickness and training support.

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

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Evidence of further post-reg study

Experience

• Substantial experience at Band 5 Acute Medicine or Care of the Elderly
• Previous experience at Band 5

Skills

• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Sound knowledge of relevant clinical practice.
• Good knowledge of Clinical Governance issues
• Evidence of innovative practice
• ALS

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.