Job Description

Ward Manager - Mental Health Service
Salary: Up to £45,000

Full Time, Monday to Friday (9am - 5pm)

Our client is seeking an experienced Ward Manager to join their team. This role requires a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with robust leadership skills and a commitment to providing high-quality mental health care. The Ward Manager will lead a multidisciplinary team, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and a supportive environment for staff and patients alike. The role will be based in a small rehabilitation service, offering a first-class facility specifically designed to provide complex mental health care.

Candidate Requirements

• Registered Nurse with a valid NMC PIN - RMN qualified
• Previous experience in mental health nursing
• Strong leadership skills and experience in managing a team of qualified professionals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective interactions with patients, families, and healthcare staff
• Ability to remain calm under pressure, handling challenging situations with empathy and professionalism
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to ensure safe, effective patient care

Benefits

• Paid handovers
• Paid NMC renewal fee and DBS check
• Access to professional learning and development opportunities
• Company Pension Scheme
• Healthcare plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free parking on site

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the ward, ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment for both patients and staff
• Lead and supervise a team of healthcare professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and support as needed
• Develop and implement individualised care plans that address the complex needs of each patient, in line with best practices and regulatory standards
• Conduct regular assessments, monitor progress, and adjust care plans as required to optimize patient outcomes
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate and deliver holistic care, ensuring open communication with all team members
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, ensuring compliance with legal and professional standards
• Participate in quality assurance initiatives and contribute to the continuous improvement of service delivery
• Conduct staff appraisals, support professional development, and address performance-related issues constructively

This role is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate leader with a background in mental health nursing to make a meaningful impact in a specialised rehabilitation environment.

Reference: WILL80220/MW

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