Gynaecology Ward Manager

Overview

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time position as Ward Manager for Gynaecology services within Womens Services based in Wrexham Maelor Hospital. The ward manager is responsible for the 24 hour management and provision of nursing care within inpatient and outpatient services for Gynaecology. The successful applicant will be an expert in the assessment, planning and implementation of all areas of nursing care and provide clinical leadership within the service, ensuring that high standards of evidence-based care are continuously achieved.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post;
Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

• Provide a visible and accessible resource in clinical settings to staff, patients and their families within the clinical environment
• Lead by example
• Responsible for the operational management of the clinical area on a 24 hour basis and to ensure line management of staff members within this area
• To work in partnership with the matron in the delivery of the wider infection control agenda
• Responsible for regular data submission to the SAFECARE Healthroster in order to manage nurse staffing levels
• To participate in the recruitment and selection of staff adhering to equality and disability standards and close liaison with Matron and Workforce and OD
• Leads and supports an open culture ensuring communication channels are in place where learning and innovation are encouraged and shared for the benefit of patients and staff

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.

Please see job description and person specification for full details.

Management and provision of nursing care for the following areas:
Inpatient ward including Elective surgery, Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit, Emergency Gynaecology Service and Outpatient Clinic, inclusive of procedure clinics.

Qualification and Training

Essential Criteria

• Registered Nurse
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable criteria

• Recognised Management qualification
• Evidence of masters level study

Clinical

Essential Criteria

• Substantial post registration experience
• Significant experience of working either within Gynaecology or a relevant nursing role

Desirable criteria

• Experience of working in other settings

Management and Leadership skills

Essential Criteria

• Experience of people management skills

Desirable criteria

• HR management