Deputy Ward Manager/Charge Nurse

An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Deputy Ward Manager/Charge Nurse to work in an exceptional mental health service based in the Diss, Norfolk area.

You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This service provides low secure care and specialised treatment for adults aged 18 years and older with a learning disability.

Patients may also have other associated conditions including personality disorders, mental illnesses and autistic spectrum disorders (ASDs)

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*To be considered for this position you just be qualified as a Registered Nurse with a current active NMC Pin

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As the Deputy Ward Manager your key responsibilities include:

• Leading and overseeing all operational activities on ward


• Providing a high standard of care to people with mental illness and personality disorder


• Developing therapeutic relationships to optimise patient engagement


• Being part of the Senior Nurse On Call Rota


• Following all codes of conduct, standards and legislation, respecting the rights of others and promoting ethical practice


• Contributing to patient assessments, compiling a plan of care alongside the individual, and monitoring patient progress


• Mentoring and supporting student nurses and other members of the team

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Excellent team working skills


• A high level of self-motivation


• A flexible approach


• A commitment to patient-centred care and to values-based and evidence-based practice


• The drive to continually push your own personal learning and development

• At least 3 years post registration experience

The successful Deputy Ward Manager will receive excellent salary of £43,861.71 per annum.

This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 37.5 hours a week.

In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (at commencement of employment)


• A group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP)


• Private Medical Insurance Scheme


• Life Assurance


• Free meals while on duty


• Care first - Employee Assistance Services


• Continuous learning and development


• Childcare vouchers


• Career development


• Personal health insurance


• An employee assistance programme


• Voluntary benefit

Reference ID: 5415

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV