Deputy Ward Manager For The Jupiter Ward

Priory Group; Burgess Hill; In loco; GBP 40.000 - 49.000; Tempo pieno

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Priory Hospital Burgess Hill is seeking a Deputy Ward Manager for our PICU ward. You will lead the nursing team, coordinate shifts, and ensure safe, therapeutic care for adult males with acute psychiatric needs.

An active NMC registration and post-registration clinical experience are essential. You will support multidisciplinary teams, contribute to recruitment, supervision and development of staff, and deputise for the Ward Manager when required.

Competenze

• Active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• 18 months to 2 years' post-registration experience.
• Demonstrable expertise within a clinical specialty.

Mansioni

• Coordinate shifts and deputise for Ward Manager.
• Act as named or associate nurse and supervise staff.
• Deliver and evaluate therapeutic interventions and support MDT working.
• Mentor students and ensure safe staffing and recruitment support.
• Lead ward leadership and promote continuous learning and improvement.

Conoscenze

NMC registration

Clinical leadership

Senior nursing

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Location: Burgess Hill, West Sussex
Salary: Up to 44,433 per annum depending on experience
Hours: Full-time hours of 40.25 hours per week
Priory Hospital Burgess Hill has an opportunity for a Deputy Ward Manager with an active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council to join our team on our PICU ward.
Priory Hospital Burgess Hill, Goddards Green, West Sussex is an acute and psychiatric intensive care unit (PICU) service for adult males. The hospital is close to the A23, providing road access to Brighton, Gatwick and the M25. Due to the rural location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.
You will be part of a compassionate team that is committed to supporting people's wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a Senior Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care while maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment. You will lead and support the nursing team, manage clinical risks, ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies, and promote equality, diversity and inclusion. Responsibilities include coordinating shifts, acting as named or associate nurse, delivering and evaluating therapeutic interventions, supporting multidisciplinary working, and helping patients develop coping strategies. You will supervise, mentor and develop colleagues and student nurses, provide clinical supervision, support safe staffing and contribute to recruitment and retention. You will also undertake ward leadership responsibilities, deputise for the Ward Manager when required, and promote a positive culture of learning, professional development and continuous improvement. You can find additional information in the attached job description.

Essential for the role

• Active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, meeting the requirements of revalidation
• At least 18 months to 2 years' experience post-registration
• Demonstrable expertise within a clinical speciality

Beneficial

• Experience in a PICU setting