Inpatient CAMHS Ward Manager | Lead Nursing Team

Jane Lewis Health & Social Care; Stafford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare agency in Stafford is seeking a motivated Ward Manager to oversee a nursing team in a CAMHS hospital. This role involves ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care for young people with severe mental health conditions. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' experience in mental health, possess strong communication skills, and hold a current NMC Pin. Additional benefits include comprehensive training and weekly pay, with the potential for a permanent contract.

Benefits

Comprehensive free training

Weekly pay

Enhanced DBS check

24/7 support from branch team

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience post registration in mental health, ideally CAMHS.
• Able to build rapport with service users.
• Experience in a senior nursing role, such as CTL or deputy ward manager.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership of the nursing team.
• Ensure robust assessment and delivery of care plans.
• Maintain safe medicines management.
• Uphold standards of privacy and dignity.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to support and supervise staff

Experience with mental health conditions

Ability to maintain records

Experience in a senior nursing role

Education

NMC Pin registration

Job description

A leading healthcare agency in Stafford is seeking a motivated Ward Manager to oversee a nursing team in a CAMHS hospital. This role involves ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care for young people with severe mental health conditions. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' experience in mental health, possess strong communication skills, and hold a current NMC Pin. Additional benefits include comprehensive training and weekly pay, with the potential for a permanent contract.