Ward Manager, Swift Ward (NHS AfC: Band 7) - Senior Adult Medical Services - Ashford and St. Pe[...]

Ashford and St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Chertsey seeks a Band 7 Registered Nurse to oversee ward management and ensure high standards of patient care. The role involves clinical leadership, resource management, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Join a supportive environment committed to professional development and patient-centered care.

Benefits

Excellent pension scheme

On-site Nurseries

On-site staff cafes

On-site parking

Salary Sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• Significant experience of working in a Band 6 position.
• Demonstrable clinical and managerial experience in a senior position.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for 24-hour care delivery and management of the ward.
• Coordinate patient care and manage resources and staff performance.
• Participate in adult medical emergencies and manage clinical emergencies.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Clinical Competence

Education

Registered Nurse

Relevant Teaching Course

Recognised Leadership Course

Recognised Management Course

Job description

Employer Ashford and St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site ST PETERS HOSPITAL Town CHERTSEY Salary £48,270 - £54,931 pa, Inc HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 16/05/2025 23:59

NHS AfC: Band 7

Job overview

To work according to the Code and within Trust policies

To be accountable for the twenty four hour care delivery and management of the ward, including the supervision of students.

To provide a clear focus for clinical leadership and be responsible for ensuring the provision of a high standard of holistic, patient-centred care

To be accountable for co-ordinating patient care, the management of resources and performance of staff

To be responsible and accountable for the Finance and Human Resources issues directly related to the ward

To be responsible and accountable for the implementation of Audit, Quality and Risk Management initiatives

To promote and participate in the implementation of the ASPH Nursing & Midwifery strategy and objectives

To maintain a visible presence in the ward, undertaking clinical work as per roster agreement

To work in conjunction with the Matron / Senior ward team / Practice Educator & Learning Development Teams / Specialist teams

Main duties of the job

Work in close conjunction with Matron / Senior ward team / Practice Educator/ Learning Development Teams

Acts as a role model and resource, providing information and promoting high standards of patient care, whilst working closely with other professionals.

Monitors and maintains acceptable standards of care in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team.

Participates and assists with adult medical emergencies utilising Advanced Life Support skills and experience where necessary. Takes an active role in the management of clinical emergencies within the clinical area.

Ensures appropriate communication and referrals occur in relation to the early intervention of the acutely ill or deteriorating patient to facilitate implementation of care.

Working for our organisation

Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.

Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.

We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at ASPH. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.

We are expanding our theatres at Ashford Hospital and moving towards this becoming our dedicated elective centre. We want to create a state-of-the-art centre for excellence for planned surgical procedures.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• On-site Nurseries
• On-site staff cafes
• On-site parking
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including wage stream, lease cars, Cycle to Work schemes and home electronics

Adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To work according to the Code and within Trust policies

To be accountable for the twenty four hour care delivery and management of the ward, including the supervision of students.

To provide a clear focus for clinical leadership and be responsible for ensuring the provision of a high standard of holistic, patient-centred care

To be accountable for co-ordinating patient care, the management of resources and performance of staff

To be responsible and accountable for the Finance and Human Resources issues directly related to the ward

To be responsible and accountable for the implementation of Audit, Quality and Risk Management initiatives

To promote and participate in the implementation of the ASPH Nursing & Midwifery strategy and objectives

To maintain a visible presence in the ward, undertaking clinical work as per roster agreement

To work in conjunction with the Matron / Senior ward team / Practice Educator & Learning Development Teams / Specialist teams

Person specification

Qualifications and Further Training

• Registered Nurse
• Significant experience of working in a Band 6 position
• Evidence of managing frailty patients / experience Relevant Teaching course
• Relevant clinical course
• Recognised Leadership Course
• Recognised Management Course

Experience

• Demonstrable clinical and managerial experience in a senior position
• Proven track record of leadership
• Evidence of clinical competence and regular clinical practice

Knowledge and skills

• NHS Constitution Trust vision, values, strategic objectives and key work programmes Communication
• Demonstrates awareness of the importance of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats •
• Communicates with patients and carers in an empathetic manner •
• Demonstrates understanding of good practice in Customer Care Personal And People Development •
• Demonstrates evidence of professional development •
• Evidence of working as a mentor
• Reflective in Practice
• Experience in leading others and responding to learning needs

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.