Ward Manager - Integrated Assessment Unit

ClarusVu Inc.; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Ward Manager for their Integrated Assessment Unit. This role is pivotal in ensuring patient safety and high-quality care within a dynamic environment. You will be responsible for managing resources effectively while leading a team to deliver exceptional care. The organization values diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds. With various benefits such as flexible working, generous leave, and support programs, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the community. Join a team committed to improving health outcomes and making a difference!

Benefits

Flexible working

27-33 days annual leave

Sick pay

NHS Pension Scheme

Free eye tests

Health checks

Gym discount

Free bicycle loan scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills with a focus on patient safety and care.
• Experience in managing urgent care settings and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management of the ward ensuring high standards of patient care.
• Collaborate with other managers to promote effective resource use.

Skills

Leadership

Patient Care

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Nursing Qualification

Management Training

Job description

Band 7 - Ward Manager - Integrated Assessment Unit

Now is an exciting time to join the Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care Foundation Trust. The Trust is constantly developing and improving Urgent and Emergency Care Services to meet the needs of the people of Tameside and the surrounding area.

The Urgent and Emergency Care Division is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Ward Manager to lead patient safety, experience, and quality within their area.

To carry continuous responsibility and accountability for the management of the ward/department, making effective use of resources and ensuring the highest standards of patient care are achieved on a 24-hour basis.

To work closely and collaboratively with other Ward Managers/Team Leaders to support roles and promote the corporate needs of the Urgent and Emergency Care Division.

To work closely with clinic team leaders and have a knowledge base in urgent care.

To carry continuous responsibility for the management of the designated area/team making effective use of resources and ensuring the highest standards of patient care are achieved on a 24-hour basis, ensuring safe and effective discharges for the relevant area.

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.

We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:

1. Safety
2. Care
3. Respect
4. Communication
5. Learning

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ & Disabled people.

Benefits include: flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.

The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.