Ward Manager, Band 7- Gynaecology

at  Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic ward manager to provide strong leadership in gynaecology, on ward 9a. The ward incorporates gynaecology in-patients as well as an emergency gynaecology assessment unit. The manager will also closely link with gynaecology out-patients.
We are looking for a strong compassionate leader, who is innovative & passionate about delivering high standards of quality care to women: sometimes these can be during emotional & distressing events in their lives. You will need to be motivated, enthusiastic, possess excellent interpersonal skills, have fresh ideas & want to be part of an evolving gynaecology service to be proud of.
We’re excited to have this opportunity to expand the team; we welcome inclusivity & recognize the strengths that come from having a diverse workforce which not only improves staff experience but also patient outcomes.
Experience in caring for patients with gynaecological conditions and problems is highly desirable however extensive experience in an acute hospital setting is essential.
You must be able to demonstrate sound leadership skills and the ability to manage a challenging daily operational role whilst working towards longer term business plans and goals.
We are also working on a gynaecology strategy and would welcome involvement from the ward manager in doing this, as we recognize the importance of staff feeling that they can contribute to how the unit operates.
We can offer you a supportive environment in which to grow and develop whilst working in a friendly team. We actively encourage personal development and want all our staff to feel that they can make valuable contributions to the service.
Ward 9a is a 13 bed in patient ward consisting of side rooms. the gynaecology emergency assessment unit is located alongside the ward and is open during the daytime
Gloucestershire Hospitals is one of the largest hospital trusts in England serving a diverse population of almost 620,000 people. We provide acute hospital services from two large district general hospitals, Cheltenham General Hospital (CGH) & Gloucestershire Royal Hospital (GRH). Maternity Services are also provided at Stroud Maternity Hospital

We are committed to diversity, inclusion & equality of opportunity for everyone, valuing and celebrating differences and encouraging a workplace & culture where all can thrive. We endeavour to ensure each & every person working in our organisation feel respected & valued

• Carry out individualized nursing care and procedures to the highest standards complying with hospital policies and procedures at all times
• To maintain high standards of infection control, as per hospital policy. Be responsible for assisting with maintenance of a clean working environment.
• To manage own workload within clinical area and competence of the post.
• Have responsibility for the correct administration and custody of medicines according to Trust policy
• Act as the patient’s advocate
• Promote fairness within the team and treat staff, patients and visitors with dignity and respect
• Maintaining confidentiality in keeping with NMC code
• Act as a chaperone when patients are having intimate examinations and ensure maintenance of privacy and dignity
• To assist practitioners during procedures on the ward and in out-patients
• Complete documentation to a high standard electronically and in writing format
• Maintain and provide patients with relevant and accessible written information regarding their procedures/treatments
• Promote effective liaison between all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Deal with difficult situations including patients who are upset or angry; provide compassion to colleagues and patients and their families.
• To ensure a positive focused service incorporating patient’s feedback to maintain and improve patient care.
• To act as an effective role model promoting excellence through practice.
• Providing teaching opportunities and contribute to learning and development of staff
• To ensure the safety and highest quality of care for patients is delivered at all times.

Assist health care professionals during examination of the patient’s and minor surgical procedures and assist in arranging investigations.
Work within the Emergency Gynaecology Assessment unit and the ward as per roster allocation
Provide professional leadership to nurses and students, acting as a role model within the department, surgical division and the Trust ensuring that competence in managerial and clinical practice is both developed and maintained
Be visible and maintain responsibility for the department, ensuring that day to day delivery is timely and safe, supporting the organisation to meet the corporate agenda; for example, Care Quality Commission and legislation.
Lead on and facilitate complex care, discharge, or patient care issues, and also on complaints being able to use analytical skills to problem solve and find solutions to ensure that best practice, and best patient care outcomes are achieved. To ensure that services are continually developed.
This will include meeting with patients and their representatives to manage and resolve complaint issues.
Highly visible, accessible, and influential figure on whom staff, patients, families and carers can rely, to ensure the fundamentals of care are delivered effectively and efficiently.
Provide professional leadership to nurses, and students, acting as a role model within the department, surgical division and the Trust ensuring that competence in managerial and clinical practice is both developed and maintained.
Provide assurance to the Chief Nurse and Divisional Director for Quality and Nursing that there is continuous improvement in the delivery of clinical services within the Department and are tailored to the needs of the patients.
Provide clear clinical leadership for nursing. The post holder will deputise for the Matron as required
Support the development of nursing skills in all aspects of the role providing expert clinical knowledge and specialised advice.
Provide nursing leadership, set and maintain professional nursing standards, provide professional nursing advice and direction to the staff. The post holder will be professionally and managerially responsible for the named staff in the unit at any one time.
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