IPU Ward Manager

37.5 hours per week - variable shifts including weekends and Bank Holidays

Salary: £37,674 to £41,301 per annum (dependent on experience)

We would like to hear from you if you are an experienced nurse, highly motivated with exceptional clinical leadership skills and managerial experience.

Main duties will include:

• Responsible for leading and managing a team of In-Patient staff to deliver a high standard of specialist palliative care.
• To lead development, delivery and evaluation of a high standard of nursing care on the IPU.
• Establish a motivated, supportive and cohesive workforce through actively promoting a professional, respectful and inclusive working environment.
• Lead change in clinical practice through development and implementation of care initiatives.

Key skills required:

• Extensive experience of working in a clinical area at Band 6 or above, showing evidence of transferable skills.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and lead a clinical team.
• Experience of successfully managing teams with sickness absence, capability and disciplinary issues.
• Proven experience in delegating effectively.

In addition to the above salary we also offer a subsidised restaurant, limited free parking, generous annual leave and other benefits.

Closing Date: 12th July 2017

Interviews Date: 19th July 2017   

Please note that offers of employment are subject to receipt of satisfactory references and a DBS check.

Closing date Wednesday, July 12th 2017