About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen fordeputy ward managerto become part of the team on John Denmark Unit, which is an 18 bedded,deaf specialist,mixed gender acute/rehabunit.The John Denmark Unit is based at Prestwich, Manchester and is part of the Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. TheJDU provideshigh standardsfor specialist NHS mental health services to deaf people throughout the north ofEngland,Walesand Scotland.
Our ideal candidate would have experience of caring for people with functional illnesses such as depression, schizophrenia etc, and dementia.Experience of working within a deaf mental health residential setting would be desirable.
We are looking for an individual who is resilient,drivenand passionate to provide high quality nursing care to our patients, whist supporting the leadership withintheunit.
The post holder will take charge of the shifts on a rotational basis, act as a primary nurse to service users and theircarers, as well as being responsible for the establishment and maintenance of effective communication with all relevant personnel who contribute to the care of the service user both internal and external to the Trust.
The post holder will, in collaboration with the ward manager, ensure continuous clinical and professional development for the nursing team through on-the-job coaching, mentoring, audit, regular supervision, and ward-based training of less experienced staff.
Main duties of the job
As a Deputy Ward Manager,some ofyourkeyresponsibilities willbe;
Todeputise for the ward manager asrequired
Promote multi-disciplinary team working whilst leadingpredominantly onnursing issues
Good communicationskills- British Sign Language Skills desirable
Willing to engage in training and learning- BSL Level 1 and 2 training provided
To uphold the values of the ward promoting openness,transparencyand learning
Supervision of junior sta
Enthusiastic mentor tonew staff, newly qualifiednursesand junior staff
Oversee certain areas of clinicalexpertisesuch as medication management and physical health provision on the ward
Support thewardmanager with HR tasks such asWellbeing monitoring, audits, action plans
Ensureaccurateandtimelyclinical documentation
Manage shifts as a nurse in charge
Conducting thorough assessments of risks and risk management plans to support incidents on theunit
Must be willing toparticipatein24-hourrotationof day and night shifts
Must be able to carry out a full range of caring duties, including moving and handling and Control and Restraint (Training Provided)
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Qualification and Experience Essential
RMN/RNLD, experience/education
Desirable
Deaf Specific qualifcations/Training/Worked in Deaf MH setting
Skills and Knowledge Essential
Mental Health experience/leadership skills
Desirable
Deaf specific knowledge/skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address John Denmark Unit
Prestwich Hospital, Bury New Road
Prestwich, Greater Manchester
M253BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)