Ward Manager

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a talented and dynamic multidisciplinary team to further develop our specialist service as a Centre of Excellence for Eating Disorders. The role involves leading a clinical team and working within a wider leadership team across the hospital to ensure a seamless and well delivered service. We are seeking applications from enthusiastic, creative and compassionate individuals who can inspire and lead others to support the delivery of person focused care. As an independent hospital, our 18 inpatient beds are commissioned in their entirety by NHS England.The Ward Manager will exercise influence over junior staff and peers and promote a culture of practice excellence and development for staff at all stages in their work life. Positive role modelling builds reputation and makes the hospital a place where people want to work.

About Us

Riverdale Grange aims to provide the highest possible standards of care with the needs of the patient first. Our approach promotes recovery and works with individuals to increase motivation and confidence in their ability to recover, driven by our core objectives and ethos of:K

- Kindness shown at all times.I

- Integrity in all we do.N

- Nurturing Environment for patients on their timeline.D

- Dedicated to providing the best care for patients.We offer: NHS Agenda for Change pay scale, 6.6 weeks holiday, Pension Scheme, good induction and training, reflective forums, free on-site parking.

Role Context

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a clinical team within the adult eating disorder ward and work within a wider leadership team across the hospital to ensure a seamless and well delivered service. Riverdale Grange is a specialist treatment provider for adults and young people, with 18 beds commissioned by NHS England.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Lead and manage the delivery of service in line with organisational objectives and service specification with support from the Clinical Matron/Hospital Manager.Work with other managers to deliver outcomes across the hospital; ensure staff wellbeing, attendance management and quality supervision.Provide frontline leadership to ward staff and develop a culture of clinical improvement, empowering the team to improve patient care and wellbeing.Deputise for the Clinical Matron/Hospital Manager as required; ensure service meets quality metrics and supports innovation.Ensure efficient use of staffing and resources, maintain an effective rota, monitor staffing levels and assess patient needs; advise on staffing changes as required.Oversee clinical incident reporting, lessons learned dissemination and practice change.Investigate complaints and apply learning.Manage delegated ward budget with support from Hospital Manager and Finance Manager.Undertake specialist clinical assessments and make autonomous decisions based on complex presentations and risk assessment.Provide advice, supervision and education to colleagues; act as a role model for clinical excellence.Liaise with other providers and across Provider Collaboratives to promote hospital services and maintain positive partnerships.Maintain professional knowledge, lead clinical audits and drive continuous improvement.

Job Description and Person Specification

Please refer to the Full Job Description and Person Specification for details.

Person Specification

QualificationsRegistered Mental Health NurseDiploma or degree2 years experience at Band 6 levelExperienceSignificant experience in an inpatient mental health settingKnowledge or experience of quality improvement processesExperience of planning and leading teams and effective teamworkExperience of contingency planningKnowledgeKnowledge of reducing restrictive practice and contemporary mental health issuesKnowledge of patient-focused approaches and user/carer involvementKnowledge of the Mental Health Act and related legislationGood knowledge of clinical governanceUnderstanding of strategic, tactical and operational managementSkillsAbility to develop and change clinical practice in a collaborative and inclusive wayAbility to hold others to account and influence a multidisciplinary teamAnalytical judgement and problem-solving in complex issuesMotivational skills to gain trust and respectPersonal QualitiesClear communicator with influencing skills to drive best practiceNegotiation skills and the ability to inspire confidenceOpen to feedback and continuous developmentRobust, resilient with ability to manage multiple priorities

Other

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and requires a DBS check. For further information see NHS Careers website.

Employer: Riverdale Grange Hospital, 93 Riverdale Road, Sheffield, S10 3FE. Website: https://www.riverdalegrange.co.uk/

Job type: Full-time; Permanent; Salary: £47,810 to £50,273 per year, Agenda for Change Band ..... full job details .....