Deputy Ward Manager

Job overview

CAVOC is a busy elective orthopaedic ward, with an exciting new opening of an additional unit - the Enhanced Recovery Unit (ERU); which provides level 1 enhanced care to orthopaedic, trauma and breast patients.

We are looking for an experienced, passionate nurse to become a Deputy Sister/Charge nurse to lead in the ERU unit,  whilst providing hands on care and ensuring the appropriate training and upskilling of staff is maintained to the highest standard.

Main duties of the job

This is an opportunity to work within a motivated multidisciplinary team at the forefront of excellence in enhanced care within the Trauma and Orthopaedic directorate.

We are seeking an experienced nurse with ITU/PACU experience who can demonstrate the essential criteria, and who has experience of leading a team.

Main duties include:

• Upskilling and training of staff
• Care of arterial lines
• Useage of Blood gas machines
• Performing ABGs
• Using Metaraminol infusions

It is essential that the successful candidate is able to inspire and motivate others.

Are you looking for the next step in your nursing career? Do you want to develop your leadership and management skills to deliver excellent quality putting the patients first? Is providing excellent nursing care and getting the basics right one of your key drivers? Do you love developing others to become excellent at what they do? Is making a difference and doing the right thing fundamental to you? If your answer to these questions is yes, the Deputy Ward Sister/Charge Nurse role may be right for you.

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

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.