Ward Manager - Mesen Fach

NHS; Bangor; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

BCUHB North Wales is seeking a permanent Band 7 Ward Manager for Mesen Fach, to lead the multidisciplinary team in a complex learning disabilities inpatient setting.

The role requires active NMC registration and a nursing degree, with leadership experience and commitment to quality care. English or Welsh language skills are welcomed, and the board promotes equality and diversity.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with NMC registration and degree.
• Evidence of CPD and ongoing professional development.
• Postgraduate Diploma or higher in a relevant field.
• Recognised management qualification. Masters level study preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage nursing staff in Learning Disabilities inpatient services.
• Support the Matron to deliver high quality care and governance.
• Demonstrate leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

NMC Registration

Degree level qualification

CPD

Postgraduate Diploma

Masters level study

Job description

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.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

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. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

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

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent Band 7 Ward Manager on Mesen Fach, who is keen to maximize their management and clinical skills in a complex environment.

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

Please note: This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received. We recommend submitting your application as early as possible.

Main duties of the job

Applications are invited from persons with a Nursing Degree or RMN with relevant experience and registered with NMC to join a progressive team to provide a high quality service. The post will require you to work in Learning Disabilities inpatient services in Bryn Y Neuadd.

The successful applicants will support the Matron to provide quality care for individuals with associated complex health needs. As a key member of the team you should possess excellent Management, interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal), and be able to lead and motivate others. You should also be willing to work flexibly within a team.

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

Qualifications and Training

• 1st Level Nurse NMC Registration. Evidence of a Degree level qualification or working towards this within an agreed time frame. Evidence of CPD. Holds or is actively working towards a relevant Post graduate Diploma. Diploma to be completed within an agreed timeframe.
• Recognised Management qualification. Evidence of Masters level study

Clinical

• Broad in depth experience of practice in service areas . Substantial post registration experience. Significant experience of working either within the clinical speciality or a relevant nursing role. Ability to demonstrate application of improvement methodology.
• Experience of working in other settings.

Personal and People Development

• Demonstrates enthusiasm towards teaching and sharing knowledge. Up to date in all current issues related to professional nursing practice. Assertive and confident in approach. Excellent role model both in clinical and professional capacity

Health, safety and security

• Good knowledge of risk and clinical governance

Service Improvement

• Experience of being involved in service improvement or a project.

Quality

• Ability to prioritise work effectively

Equality and diversity

• Ability to identify and take action when own or other’s undermines equality and diversity

Information, collection and analysis

Research and Development, Education and Training

• Good research knowledge
• Experience of undertaking audit

Management & Leadership skills

• Excellent time management skills. Experience of people management skills. Ability to prioritise. Have the ability to know when, and with whom, to escape and brief on critical issues. Excellent inter-personal and communication skills with good listening skills. Evidence of resilient personality. Flexible approach to work and reliable.

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.