Surgical Oncology Ward Manager

Job summary Band 7 Ward ManagerPermanent full time position availableAn exciting development opportunity has arisen on the Surgical Oncology UnitYou should be a highly motivated professional with surgical experience, who wishes to develop their clinical knowledge and management skills.
You must be a team player who is driven to improve patient care and experience, ensuring the delivery of exceptional, high quality care.Our patients undergo highly specialised and often complex surgery across the Colorectal, Urology, Gynaecology and Plastic Surgery specialties.
The Christie is a world leader and national centre for SurgeryApplicants must have excellent demonstrable communication skills, and be a visible leader supporting the management of the ward.
The successful candidate will also possess excellent organisational, communication and clinical skills relevant to the post and be able to act as a positive role model.
Commitment to the on-going development of the ward and multidisciplinary team working is essentialEvidence of surgical /oncology experience is essential.
Previous team leader / management experience is essential in this instanceFor formal enquires please contact Lead Nurse Aislinn Giles via email Main duties of the job The Surgical Oncology Unit is a busy, dynamic unit which assesses, and plans care for a range of patients pre and post operatively.
We work alongside a wide MDT who are based on the unit to implement a high standard of care for all of our patients.
The successful candidate will need to have significant experience in surgical oncology nursing.
They will also need to have strong leadership skills, be a positive role model within the team and have quality care at the for front of everything they do.
A key aspect of the role is to be a clinical lead on the unit.
The role is to ensure the units are safely staffed, to develop the teams, to contribute to practice development and maintain standards on the unit.
The successful candidate will need excellent communication skills, and be able to work productively with other members of the team - both across The SOU and externally.
About us The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year.
We are based in Manchester and serve a population of million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services.
We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years.We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year.
Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.
Job description Job responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1.
Provide management support for staff and act as preceptor to designated staff 2.
To lead the Ward patients services.
Review and implement change to the service to support ongoing improvements in clinical practice reflecting capacity and demand issues 3.
To liaise with the bed manager and the surgical speciality teams to ensure optimal bed usage 4.
Liaise with discharge team/Senior Sisters for optimal bed usage involving ward transfers out 5.
Close collaboration with medical staff to ensure realistic and efficient bed usage 6.
Assess, plan and implement clinical care and maintain associated patient records 7.
To organise daily work schedule and off duty rotas ensuring appropriate and effective skill mix and deployment of staff for appropriate patient needs 8.
To assist in maintaining the staff and non-staff budget within agreed limits.
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Collaborate with other service providers in ensuring the highest possible standards of cleanliness and nutrition are achieved.
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Be aware of Health and Safety issues and ensure relevant risk assessments are undertaken.
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Report and record all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy, investigating speedily and compassionately 12.
Ensure all Trust policies and procedures are adhered to and new ones implemented as necessary 13.
To ensure all team members adhere to the uniform policy and maintain professional image for the unit 14.
Report to Senior Nurse /Modern Matron on patient affairs/activity and staff development.
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Support those senior staff acting as appraisers to ensure they have a meaningful and achievable appraisal 16.
Ensure each designated staff member participates in a personal development plan and act to maximise the potential of others 17.
Assist/lead in the recruitment process for the unit 18.
Take a progressive approach to the management of short and long-term sickness/absence in collaboration with the Matron/Service Manager and Human Resources 19.
Take appropriate action in relation to any disciplinary matter when the need arises and follow procedures as laid down by the Trust.
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Supervise the requisition of stocks and equipment with care and economy 21.
Act up as required TRAINING & EDUCATION 1.
To be up to date in all IV training programs (level 1 and 2) including annual updates and competent in all areas of clinical practice 2.
Ensure all staff have an appropriate level of training and are offered relevant support 3.
Present at training days and at conference 4.
Initiate and undertake research and audit which will influence practice 5.
Be up to date and competent with other clinical skills such as performing ECGs, basic life support and intermediate life support.
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Attend all mandatory study days and ensure attendance of all staff PROFESSIONAL 1.
Have expert knowledge and be able to advise and support nursing staff within trust & externally regarding surgical admissions and associated issues 2.
Liaise closely with the surgical team and other members of the MDT in respect of patient care promoting the highest standard of care 3.
Participate in the on call rota for hospital cover out of hours 4.
Represent the unit at the Band 7 forum.
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To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department andundertake relevant projects 6.
Keep abreast of issues influencing the Trust both internally and externally andensure senior colleagues and the team have a good understanding of thesame 7.
Participate in policy writing for the unit and Trust 8.
Be fully aware of the divisional objectives and the Trusts corporate plan PERSONAL 1.
Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship.
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Show professional and courteous manner whilst practicing excellent communication skills at all levels 3.
To show respect for members of the team and endorse the WARD philosophy of giving mutual support.
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Being aware of ones own limitations, maintain confidentiality and adherence to NMC Professional Code of Conduct 5.
Cooperate in own performance review by indicating learning goals and support needs.
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Actively seek mentorship / supervision to enable reflection and development within the role.
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Exercise effective leadership using sound organisation skills and judgement, upholding equality and diversity of colleagues and patients.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential RGN Level 1 Degree or Diploma in Nursing Studies Post Registration Certificate in Cancer or equivalent Qualification in teaching & assessing or equivalent Desirable Management Course Experience Essential Relevant acute care experience Managerial experience Skills Essential Excellent communication skills Excellent IV skills Excellent assessment skills Ability to deliver a high quality of care Computer literacy Leadership skills Desirable Understanding of need for evidence based practice Knowledge Essential Committed to own personal professional development and that of all ward staff Values Essential Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours Other Essential Participate in on call cover for Senior Nurses Team player