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Ward Manager - DOSA

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health BoardBangor, Wales, United Kingdom

5 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and committed Band 7 Ward Manager to join DOSA, our Day Surgery Unit at Ysbyty Gwynedd.

DOSA is a 30 trolley Day Surgery Unit, focusing primarily on safe and effective discharge of day case elective surgery.

We are looking for an experienced, highly motivated individual who can work with our General Surgical teams to provide high quality patient care. The role of the Ward Manager is pivotal in providing leadership and support to our nurses, while ensuring the department is managed smoothly on each shift. The quality and standard of care for patients is at the centre of this role.

Main duties of the job

All applicants are expected to keep abreast with new initiatives and interventions within nursing care. A Ward Manager is expected to drive mandatory training and other courses which are relevant to the ward.

Staff will receive induction and support through staff meeting and personal development reviews.

In general, this is an exciting and fascinating ward opportunity for professional development and expertise in the field.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and / or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

RGN with experience at band 5 level
RGN with experience in surgical setting
Evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable criteria

Evidence of leadership / change module

Evidence of degree or working towards

Knowledge And Experience

Essential criteria

Significant experience at Band 6

Extensive experience in acute surgical care

Demonstrates evidence of clinical competencies in acute medical management

Experience of undertaking expanded roles within the speciality applied for

Evidence of working on own initiative, managing time and prioritising

Experience of supporting students within clinical area

Desirable criteria

Evidence of staff management - off duty / sickness and absence

Demonstrable experience and involvement in clinical audit methods and quality initiatives

Skills And Abilities

Essential criteria

Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

Evidence of excellent leadership skills

Provide evidence of maintaining and monitoring standards which enhance patient experience of care

Ability to influence and manage change, including promoting evidence based practice

Computer skills

Ability to motivate and develop staff and change practice in line with national strategic drivers

Excellent multidisciplinary team working skills

Advanced clinical reasoning / problem solving

Desirable criteria

Ability to speak Welsh

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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