Ward manager

at  Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

In conjunction with the Matron, s/he will deliver the modernisation agenda within their clinical setting, including effective leadership, setting, monitoring and maintaining professional and care standards, work collaboratively, manage complaints as per Trust policy and lead the nursing contribution to the governance agenda at ward level. S/he will be visible and accessible in the clinical area for patients, relatives and staff. Lead by example and act as a positive role model for all staff, taking responsibility for own professional development. lead the team and MDT through the StARS accreditation scheme.
Provide leadership that promotes patient focused care. Maintain an environment conducive to education, teaching, audit and training for patients and staff. Provide clinical leadership and line management of staff ensuring the delivery of the highest professional standards through staff development and individual performance appraisal/review. Role model standards of care and expected behaviour through participation in direct patient care.
Maintain personal standards of conduct and behaviour, which are consistent with Trust and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards and requirements. Actively contribute to, and support agreed developments within the Business Group. Identify equipment priorities to support the care of patients and staff of their physical environment, undertaking risk assessments to evidence short falls. Ensure the efficient use of bank staff, monitoring quality and expenditure.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately. If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £41.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salaryIn addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13

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