Ward Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our amazing team as a Band 7 Ward Manager leading our General Paediatric ward caring for children undergoing medical, surgical, orthopaedic and oncology care.

We also have a Children's Assessment Unit which you will have oversight of.

Howard ward is a 20 bedded ward looking after children with a range of physical and mental health conditions. We also have a High Dependency cubicle. The ward admits children and young people between the ages of 0-18 years.

In this position you will have the opportunity to develop leadership skills ,work with different members of the MDT from a multitude of specialities and be pivotal in influencing the delivery of care to a large number of children who are admitted to the area.

Extensive experience in acute paediatrics is essential in this role as well as excellent communication skills the ability to decision make, be proactive and forward thinking. You will provide leadership and direction to your team, alongside this being able to motivate and support staff is essential as well as having the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

You will be supported by our Paediatric Matron for Children's services and the Paediatric Education team.

The Ward Manager will be an integral member of the divisional management team supporting the division in the delivery of all key performance targets. They will be accountable for the provision of effective professional nursing leadership and proactive resource management for the clinical area of their responsibility. As an experienced practitioner the post holder will be expected to focus on providing a clean environment for care, ensuring best practice in infection control, improving clinical care standards and treating patients with dignity and respect within the defined resource allocated.

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Candidate Pack https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Nicky McKee Job title: Matron for Children's services Email address: n.mckee@nhs.net Telephone number: 07757 201086

Please contact Nicky Mckee for any further information or to arrange an informal visit. 07757 201086