Job summary

Are you a Registered Mental Health Nurse looking for the chance to work for a Trust rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC? If so, we might just have the role for you!

SNOWDROP WARD:

We have four mixed Acute Wards (Bluebell, Daisy, Rose & Snowdrop) providing care to adults with mental health conditions such as Bipolar affective disorder, depression and schizophrenia. Each Ward can support the needs of up to 22 patients in a caring and compassionate environment.We are recruiting for a Deputy Ward Manager on Snowdrop ward.

Based in Reading, located close to the amenities of the town centre and a leafy park, the ward works closely with patients, families, and wider organisations to help them to identify their needs and participate actively in their care, providing a place of empathy, kindness and compassion. We have created a culture where everyone has a voice and where service users and staff collaborate to make positive change.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job

• Act as a clinical team leader for a group of nominated staff. Take charge of the ward in the absence of the ward manager and be responsible for the overall management of the ward.
• Assist in the implementation of clinical/management supervision of staff within the ward area.
• Take a lead role in the implementation of clinical care and the evaluation of nursing outcomes.
• Assist the ward manager with planning efficient use of staffing resources on the ward. Ensure that staffing levels are safe and contain the necessary skills mix, showing due regard to the need for effective budgetary management.
• Maintain effective systems of communication within the multi-disciplinary team and with patients and relatives.
• Develop your leadership skills to become competent in fulfilling the DSN (Duty Senior Nurse) role on a rotational basis within 6-9 months of starting your role dependant on previous experience.
• Be proactive in the production and implementation of new ideas and methods of care.
• Ensure that the learning needs of students allocated to the ward are met, including the development of education packages.
• And so much more

The \must haves for you to be considered for this role:

• Registered Mental Health Nurse
• Mentorship qualification
• Experience in a mental health setting
• Evidence of continuing professional development and portfolio of evidence available

About us

Some of the benefits of joining our team:

For our people who work here that means we want Berkshire Healthcare to be a great place to work where everyone can thrive and grow.

• Agenda for Change Salary ranging from�33,706to �40,588per annum
• Flexible working opportunities and a strong emphasis on your work, life balance
• Annual leave - 27 days for new starters, plus bank holidays. Increasing to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years NHS service. Pro rata for part time staff
• Excellent learning and development opportunities
• Free onsite parking, managed by a permit system
• Salary sacrifice scheme for a new car
• Access to onsite library
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave for eligible staff
• Advanced IT enablement and support
• Confidential telephone care service providing independent support and advice for staff.
• Annual leave - 27 days for new starters, plus bank holidays. Increasing to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years NHS service. Pro rata for part time staff
• Excellent learning and development opportunities
• Free onsite parking, managed by a permit system
• Salary sacrifice scheme for a new car
• Access to onsite library
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave for eligible staff
• Advanced IT enablement and support
• Confidential telephone care service providing independent support and advice for staff.
• And so much more

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications/Training

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse
• IT literate
• Mentorship qualification
• Post qualification work experience

Desirable

• Management/ leadership qualification

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Desire to undertake further training and self-improvement to support patient experience

Previous Experience

Essential

• A minimum of two years post registration experience with in a mental health settin
• Previous experience working in a mental health care setting
• Clinical Governance understanding

Desirable

• Policy development and review experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to take on and complete tasks designated by Ward Managers such as ward audits
• Understanding Mental Health legislation, which includes the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and DOLs
• Report writing and presentations
• Role-modelling, networking, mentoring, chairing, group work and facilitation and driving clinical practice
• Team-working and the ability to play an effective part in a wider MDT

Desirable

• Resource and budget management
• Understanding of quality improvement methodology

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel to multiple sites

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Good oral and written communication skills
• The supervision, development, appraisal and capability management of junior staff
• Able to work effectively with colleagues
• Able to work under pressure and in a stressful environment

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Honest, trustworthy, reliable
• Understand the limits of your abilities

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