GBP - GBP
Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Ward Manager to come and be part of our brand new adolescent Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit.
Are you compassionate and passionate about delivering care to those in need? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of young people during one of the most vulnerable stages of their journey? If yes, then come join our new adolescent PICU team at our purpose built psychiatric intensive care unit for young people. We are looking for passionate, dedicated and highly motivated individuals to be part of our person focused team at Tatchbury Mount. You will act as a positive role model who delivers the philosophy of the unit and the values of the Trust. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals interested and committed to delivering excellent care within a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment. Main duties of the job As the Ward Manager you will have continuing oversight of the assessment of young people's needs and ensure care plans are developed, implemented and evaluated with the young person. You will have continuing overall responsibility for the management of nursing services within the Unit and develop a positive supportive culture and working environment that enable staff to thrive. You will carry continuing responsibility for the management of the total resource within your area. You will maintain high standards of patient care and maintain a supportive leadership profile for the Charge Nurses, Mental Health Nurse Practitioners and Health Care Support Workers. You will work collaboratively with medical staff and other health professionals supporting the delivery of patient care. Ensuring the well-being of service users, staff and visitors is paramount to the unit ethos. You will also support the strategic objectives of the Trust through maintaining adherence of staff and of self to all Trust Policies, and external Audit requirements. About us Southern Health is one of the largest NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK, specialising in mental health and learning disabilities, as well as offering physical health community-based services. As a Trust, our footprint spans more than 200 sites across Hampshire, wholeheartedly committed to providing the best possible healthcare, reaching a range of diverse communities. - We function as a unified team, placing patients and staff at the forefront of all our endeavours. - Our 7,000+ workforce is skilled and diverse, with a deep commitment to ongoing staff development. We offer customised training, leadership pathways, and a plethora of career opportunities. - We respect and listen to your thoughts, ideas, and concerns via well-established network of staff groups to increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. Building on all this, we are currently working closely with other local NHS Trusts to integrate all our collective community, mental health, and learning disability services across Hampshire and Isle of Wight. Our new organisation is set to launch in April 2024 and will incorporate Southern Health, Solent, Isle of Wight and Sussex Partnership Trusts. While the new Trust will be substantially bigger, it will continue to cater to the unique needs of different communities, streamlining services and making healthcare across the county more accessible. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare in Hampshire. Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. Person Specification Qualifications Essential- RMN or Equivalent
- Sub part 1 of the NMC Register
- Significant experience post RMN registration.
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Calmore
Southampton
Hampshire
SO40 2RZ Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 348-SS-3598#J-18808-Ljbffr