Job Title: Supervisory Ward/Department Manager (Nurse)
Location: Jersey
Type: Permanent
Shift Pattern: Full time
Salary: £71,382.23 - £75,470.15 per annum
At our client's organisation, you'll discover a workplace that thrives on mutual support and collaboration, empowering everyone to make a difference. We offer abundant opportunities for personal and professional growth, recognising the significance of your well-being. Whether you aspire to progress internally within the Public Service or contribute to the community of Jersey, your journey here promises fulfilment and pride in your achievements.
Job Overview:
A compelling opportunity awaits at our client's Emergency Department (ED) located within Jersey. We seek an adept, compassionate Senior ED Ward Manager to lead our nursing team. You'll oversee a dedicated team comprising Grade 5 and 4 nurses, alongside Grade 2 healthcare assistants, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality care to our patients. Join us during this transformative phase, where you'll collaborate closely with the ED Lead Nurse to elevate our services to excellence.
Reporting to the ED Lead Nurse, you'll play a pivotal role in expanding our nursing leadership within the ED. Collaborating closely with the ED clinical lead, you'll uphold safety and evidence-based practices in alignment with our strategic objectives. As the Ward Manager, you'll shoulder professional and managerial responsibilities, safeguarding the governance, quality, and safety of ED patients.
Job Purpose:
Your primary responsibility will be to lead and manage nursing services within your designated clinical area, ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Providing expert guidance to Sisters/Charge Nurses and other leaders, you'll uphold excellence in nursing practice and patient care. Additionally, you'll champion the corporate nursing agenda, contributing to the advancement of nursing practices.
Statutory Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with legislative and professional standards, fostering a culture of best practice.
- Assess and monitor team performance, identifying training needs and devising annual training plans within budgetary constraints.
- Manage budget allocation efficiently, fostering a culture of cost-effectiveness and staff deployment optimisation.
- Ensure effective rostering and staffing levels aligned with service demands and staff well-being considerations.
- Optimise patient flow and communication across disciplines, in line with government initiatives and care models.
Budgetary Responsibility:
- Manage budgets effectively, promoting cost-efficient resource utilisation.
- Develop a culture of value for money, encouraging flexibility in working practices.
- Ensure adequate staffing levels and skill mix, prioritising staff health and well-being.
- Foster effective communication and collaboration with community and primary care providers.
Services:
- Enhance patient journey and optimise patient flow from admission to discharge.
- Uphold best practices in recruitment, retention, and human resources management.
- Establish models of clinical supervision to ensure optimal clinical practice and patient care.
Job Specific Outcomes:
- Lead and manage the multidisciplinary team, identifying and addressing patient safety issues.
- Advocate for patients, ensuring appropriate safeguards and interventions are in place.
- Promote quality standards and infection prevention/control policies.
- Manage complaints and investigations, fostering a culture of learning and improvement.
- Prioritise patient-centered care and health & safety standards.
Person Specification:
Qualifications:
- Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent Level 6 qualification) in Nursing or Midwifery
- Leadership qualification or in progress towards one
- Demonstrated evidence of Master's level studies or working towards it
Knowledge:
- Personal Portfolio demonstrating current knowledge of clinical, managerial, and educational aspects of contemporary nursing practice, aligned with NMC revalidation standards
- Understanding of clinical and human factors influencing safe healthcare delivery
- Advanced knowledge of Governance and Risk frameworks essential for ensuring safe patient care
Technical Work-Based Skills:
- Ability to engage, motivate, and support individuals to achieve high standards
- Maintaining composure under pressure, exhibiting initiative, and making sound decisions
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across various media and hierarchical levels, including handling difficult and challenging situations
- Thorough and updated knowledge of best practices and their practical application
- Proficiency in keyboard skills and other professional practice requisites
- Understanding and application of NMC 'The Code' and its implications for staff and self-behavior
General Skills/Attributes:
- Competency in IT and keyboard operations
- Strong reasoning abilities and problem-solving skills
- Organised with effective time management, adaptable, and self-driven
- Proficient in both verbal and written presentation
- A dedicated team player capable of professional leadership and role modeling
Experience:
- Minimum of three years at Band 7 Senior or Grade 5/6 Sister/Charge Nurse in Emergency/Acute Care settings
- Experience in change management
- Demonstrated post-registration experience and leadership evidence in leading multi-professional teams
- Proven knowledge of Safeguarding and evidence of leadership in this area
- Implementation, management, and achievement of changes in clinical practice
- Delivery of relevant training/education programs to colleagues at all levels
- Exposure to multi-professional environments and effective staff management in ward/area/departmental settings
Join us in a diverse and enriching environment where your skills and perspectives are valued. Embrace new challenges, collaborate with experts, and embark on a rewarding career journey across the Jersey public service. Apply now through Sanctuary Personnel.
