Deputy Ward Manager - INTERNAL

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Bangor; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is seeking a Deputy Ward Manager for Tegid Ward, Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor. You will lead a busy 30-bed general surgery ward and support the ward manager in their absence, with a focus on maintaining high clinical standards.

You will work with a proactive nursing team, applying excellent communication and leadership skills while supporting staff appraisals, sickness management and ongoing professional development. Welsh language ability is desirable.

Qualifications

• RGN with experience at band 5 level.
• NMC registered with experience in surgical circumcision.
• Good clinical knowledge of acute settings.
• Clear governance issues and patient safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage ward activities to ensure quality patient care.
• Provide support with staff appraisals, sickness absence and training.
• Maintain high clinical standards and effective communication with staff and patients.
• Implement new nursing initiatives and remain responsive to change.

Skills

RGN Band 5 experience

Surgical circumcision experience

Governance knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Leadership / change management

Education

Evidence of degree or working towards

NMC registration

Job description

Job Overview

NOTE: WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD.

An exciting, developmental opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Ward Manager to join Tegid Ward in Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor, Gwynedd, North Wales.

Main duties of the job

Tegid Ward is a busy 30 bedded ward which specialises in General surgery. The nursing team is proactive and innovative with a wealth of knowledge in this specialised field.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our busy and dynamic nursing team. 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.

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.

Working for our organisation

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.

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

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

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

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• RGN with experience at band 5 level


• NMC with experience in surgical circumcision

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of ongoIng professional development


• Evidence of leadership / change module


• Evidence of degree or working towards

Knowledge And Experience

Essential criteria

• Has Good clinical knowledge of acute setting


• Clear understanding of governance issues

Desirable criteria

• Extended skills such as phlebotmomy and cannulation


• Evidence of carrying out audit


• Evidence of staff management - off duty / sickness and absence