Job Overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
An exciting, developmental opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Ward Manager to join Tegid Ward in Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor, Gwynedd, North Wales.
Main duties of the job
Tegid Ward is a busy 30 bedded ward which specialises in General surgery. The nursing team is proactive and innovative with a wealth of knowledge in this specialized field.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our busy and dynamic nursing team. This is a demanding role that requires commitment and a positive leadership approach towards change. You will have excellent communication skills and high clinical standards with a passion to make a difference for patients and staff alike. Managing and controlling the activities of the ward in an effective and efficient manner.
All applicants are expected to keep with new initiatives and interventions within nursing care. The Deputy Ward Manager is expected to continue the running of the ward in the absence of the ward manager. Providing support with staff appraisals, sickness and training support.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- RGN with experience at band 5 level
- NMC with experience in surgical circumcision.
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of ongoIng professional development
- Evidence of leadership / change module
- Evidence of degree or working towards
Knowledge And Experience
Essential criteria
- Has Good clinical knowledge of acute setting
- Clear understanding of governance issues
Desirable criteria
- Extended skills such as phlebotmomy and cannulation
- Evidence of carrying out audit
- Evidence of staff management - off duty / sickness and absence
