Deputy Ward Manager for the Jupiter Ward
- Full-time
Location: Burgess Hill, West Sussex
Salary: Up to 44,433 per annum depending on experience
Hours: Full-time hours of 40.25 hours per week
Priory Hospital Burgess Hill has an opportunity for a Deputy Ward Manager with an active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council to join our team on our PICU ward.
Priory Hospital Burgess Hill, Goddards Green, West Sussex is an acute and psychiatric intensive care unit (PICU) service for adult males. The hospital is close to the A23, providing road access to Brighton, Gatwick and the M25. Due to the rural location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.
You will be part of a compassionate team that is committed to supporting people's wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a Senior Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care while maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment. You will lead and support the nursing team, manage clinical risks, ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies, and promote equality, diversity and inclusion. Responsibilities include coordinating shifts, acting as named or associate nurse, delivering and evaluating therapeutic interventions, supporting multidisciplinary working, and helping patients develop coping strategies. You will supervise, mentor and develop colleagues and student nurses, provide clinical supervision, support safe staffing and contribute to recruitment and retention. You will also undertake ward leadership responsibilities, deputise for the Ward Manager when required, and promote a positive culture of learning, professional development and continuous improvement. You can find additional information in the attached job description.
Essential for the role
- Active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, meeting the requirements of revalidation
- At least 18 months to 2 years' experience post-registration
- Demonstrable expertise within a clinical speciality
Beneficial
- Experience in a PICU setting