Band 7 Ward Manager - Acute Stroke Unit

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Our trust has around 10,000 staff serving 1.6 million patients. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.

Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers' money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.

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Job overview

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated, dynamic and committed individual to lead the nursing team on the Acute Stroke Unit .

Spruce ward has 24 Acute Stroke beds, the person we want for this role needs to be able to be flexible and able to implement changes quickly and efficiently. These are challenging times and therefore the post holder has to have a level of resilience and is able to manage change effectively.

We are looking for someone who is an enthusiastic and committed professional with the passion and drive to provide the highest quality care to their patients. We work very closely with our stroke medical team and all of our allied health care professionals to ensure the care of our stroke patients is dignified and in tune with what is required for these patients and their families.

The role will provide an excellent opportunity for the right individual to lead this acute ward team delivering excellent care to patients with complex needs. As part of urgent care division you will be well supported by Head of Nursing, Matrons, CPE and experienced ward leaders.

Main duties of the job

As the ward leader and senior leader on the ward you will be responsible for the day to day running of the ward, to take charge and work alongside your team.
Maintain effective working relations with all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
Ensure accurate and comprehensive nursing records are maintained using appropriate written and electronic documentation. undertake all nursing procedures in accordance with trust policies and ensure that these procedures and policies are understood and adhered to by all staff, within own management responsibility.
Measure patient acuity and/or dependency to inform evidence-based decision making on staffing and workforce, making sure the ward is staffed safely.
Supervise junior staff, or unqualified staff, in all aspects of care and within the sphere of competency.
You will be responsible with the matron for carrying out risk assessments according to the Clinical Governance / Clinical Risk Strategies.

You will be responsible for ensuring effective mechanisms are in place so that all clinical and non-clinical incidents, including serious incidents are properly reported, investigated and changes made to avoid recurrence.
To lead on discharge planning and flow of patients working with the bed managers, ensuring optimal bed allocation.
Act in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Professional Conduct and Scope for Expanded Practices for Nurses, Midwives and Health Visitors.

Working for our organisation

Walnut ward has a strong established nursing team who deliver high quality care. The working environment is very friendly and supportive. The Royal Free as an organisation offers lots of opportunities to attend courses and be developed and supported in your career pathway. We treat the health and wellbeing of our staff with the utmost priority and offer many supportive measures to make sure our staff are well cared for.

We can set objectives and tailor make your development plan with the Lead CPE

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder will be expected to liaise appropriately with all key members of the multi-disciplinary team and service users related to the speciality.

To be responsible for all aspects of patient care including the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of direct patient care.

To work weekdays with occasional weekends and/or nights to monitor quality of service throughout a 24 hour period.

To take overall responsibility for ensuring the accuracy of the Quality & Safety boards and daily monitoring of planned vs actual staffing levels.

To monitor and ensure a positive focussed service incorporating patients' feedback to improve patient care.

To be responsible for the supervision and development of all staff including student nurses and support workers, providing support, advice and training.

To effectively manage the ward resources, i.e. pay and non-pay budget, human resources, the clinical environment and inclusive of beds where appropriate.

To ensure compliance of mandatory training and appraisal requirements for all nursing staff.

To act as an effective role model and mentor promoting excellence through practice.

Person specification

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential criteria

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education & professional Qualifications

Essential criteria

• First level registration
• First level degree
• Evidence of post registration qualification relevant to specialty
• Mentorship qualification

Experience

Essential criteria

• Substantial post-registration experience in area of specialty
• Evidence of teaching junior members of staff & assessing students in practice
• Proven evidence of improving the patient experience
• Current experience of line management of staff

Desirable criteria

• Proven experience of monitoring & acting on nursing quality data & developing appropriate action plans

• Covid-19 Vaccination

  Getting vaccinated, and getting a booster, remains the best defence against COVID-19.
  We encourage and support staff to get COVID-19 vaccine and a booster dose as and when they are eligible.

• AT* - Apprenticeship Training. Where AT* is entered next to the job title indicates that this vacancy is for an apprenticeship role.
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Applications are welcome from people wishing to job share or work flexible patterns. We are committed to equal opportunities.

Please note:

• Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification
• Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.
• Interview arrangements will be communicated via email so please check your email regularly following the closing date.

Please be advised that due to exceptionally high demand, all Royal Free accommodation is at full capacity and waiting lists are being held. Average waiting times are 12 months. Please do not rely on Trust accommodation when you commence your role and ensure you investigate alternative accommodation for your arrival.

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Applicant requirements

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.

Documents to download

• Job Description & Person Specification (PDF, 488.3KB)
• Functional Requirements (PDF, 144.6KB)
• Nursing and Midwifery - benefits, about RFL, values and governing objectives (PDF, 388.4KB)