We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed ward manager for our multispecialty private care ward. The ward manager will be expected to co-ordinate all functions and activities within the specialist clinical environment.

The role includes working alongside Theatres, CCU, Interventional Radiology, Admissions, Outpatient ACU and other wards within the trust. You will be expected to manage the private ward services alongside the multispecialty that we care for within the Robert and Lisa sainsbury's inpatient wing.

The ward manager will provide strong leadership, co-ordinate training of the Robert and Lisa Sainsbury's wing team provide good communication, teamwork and collaboration with all colleagues.

The successful candidate will be an experienced nurse with the background specialised in cardiology, cardiothoracic and renal care with proven leadership skills and the vision and passion to help develop a new service and optimise high quality patient care. Being a good team player, they will work with the Matron and nursing team leaders to help foster good communication and improved processes to enhance the patient pathway. This is a demanding but, very rewarding role with a Trust that is committed to the ongoing development of its staff.

Main duties of the job

You must possess a first level degree and a relevant specialty qualification or training. We are looking for a strong clinical leader with good collaborative skills who is enthusiastic about enhancing patient care through service improvement.

Act as a clinical expert within your sphere of work and undertake nursing procedures at an advanced level

Manage and provide planned care for the unit case load in collaboration with the Lead nurse and Business team

Ensure the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence based, individualised patient care, including assessment and referral if admission is indicated, then to liaise with the appropriate departments.

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse degree or greater
• Teaching qualifications -SSSA /Mentorship in practice o
• Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Working towards MSC
• Leadership course
• Experience in Gynaecology, haematology, general surgery or relevant course in key specialities

Experience

Essential

• Organisation, administrative and management skills.
• Competency in medication administration including IV drugs.
• Coaching skills

Desirable

• IT skills including use of email and office packages.
• Experience and knowledge of cardiology procedures and management or cardiology in-patients post investigation and procedures.
• Experience and management of post renal transplant patients.

Skills/knowledge/ abilities

Essential

• Knowledge of quality, standard setting, benchmarking and audit.
• Knowledge of NMC Code of Professional Conduct
• Knowledge of budget management

Values and behaviours

Essential

• Kind
• Collaborative
• Collaborative
• Expert

Other requirements

Essential

• Calm
• Supportive
• Motivated
• Professional

Desirable

• Have an interest in professional development

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Hammersmith Hospital

72 Du Cane Rd

London

W12 0HS

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