Job summary Closing Date: (this may change dependent on response) Shortlisting to take place after closing date: commencing Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing An exciting development opportunity has arisen for an experienced and senior nurse to join the team on ward 27 at Bradford Royal Infirmary as the Ward Manager.
We are looking for a highly enthusiastic individual to complement the management team in leading our existing team Medically Optimized for Discharge ward.
The Ward is a 28 bedded mixed sex ward, accommodating patients who are medically optomized for discharge awaiting complex discharge planning.
This is a key post in the provision of supporting nursing leadership and management for the ward & departmental teams.
Communicating with the consultants, nursing staff, junior medical staff, patients and relatives is an essential aspect of the role.
This role is key to ensuring that excellent standards of care are consistently maintained, and the post holder will be expected to be a positive role model for the team.
Main duties of the job The successful candidate will require a minimum 3 years post registration experience and recent experience at band 6 or above is required.
Good leadership and communication skills are essential.
Individuals should be flexible and be able to demonstrate they are an excellent role model with the ability to develop excellent interpersonal relationships.The successful candidate should have a proactive approach to complex discharge planning and be able to work effectively as part of the MDT .The post holder is responsible for the teaching, mentoring and assessment of students, trainees and professional staff, promoting a learning culture.
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Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential RGN Post registration qualification Desirable Teaching and assessing qualification Skills Essential Ability to lead and work as part of a team Mentoring and counselling skills Change management skills Leadership skills Excellent time management and organisation skills Analytical approach to problem solving Administration of chemotherapy Desirable Clinical skills specific to area of specialty IV Skills: Phlebotomy and drug administration and cannulation Experience Essential Post registration experience, including basic leadership and management of clinical shifts in ward environment Optimising patient flow, working with SAFER principles Desirable Experience of working in a relevant clinical specialty Experience of participating in clinical audit Management of budgets Knowledge Essential Knowledge of change management processes Evidence of current CPD Desirable In depth knowledge and understanding of the needs of the specific patient group