Ward Manager, Secure Mental Health Ward Leader

LSCft; Preston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free staff parking

Onsite restaurant facilities

Preceptorship and CPD support

Salary sacrifice schemes

Job summary

Guild Lodge hospital site within Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced nurse to lead a clinical team in a secure mental health setting. The post focuses on line management, governance and delivery of high-quality care in a challenging environment.

The role requires RNMH or RNLD registration, a relevant degree and CPD, with responsibility for clinical and financial outcomes, staff wellbeing and development within a busy service.

Qualifications

• RNMH or RNLD registration with UK professional body.
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
• Degree qualification relevant to field.

Responsibilities

• Line manage and supervise a team of nurses.
• Ensure clinical and financial performance of a defined area.
• Manage sickness absence, leave, disciplinary investigations and post-incident reviews.
• Support staff wellbeing and professional development.

Skills

Clinical leadership

CPD

Decision making

Prioritising workload

Education

NMC registration

Job description

Guild Lodge hospital site within Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced nurse to lead a clinical team in a secure mental health setting. The post focuses on line management, governance and delivery of high-quality care in a challenging environment.

The role requires RNMH or RNLD registration, a relevant degree and CPD, with responsibility for clinical and financial outcomes, staff wellbeing and development within a busy service.