Job overview
An exciting opportunity to join the senior nursing team on ward 32/CCU has become available.
Candidates will be expected to have at least two years band 5 experience with recent Cardiology/CCU and cardiac day ward experience to enable you to lead the team day to day and during an emergency.
Candidates will need to have completed ILS training or be booked in to complete it.
You should be a calm and approachable nurse who is wanting to develop their leadership skills. You will be expected to assist in managing the team and ensuring that our patients receive an excellent standard of care and to respond from feedback.
You will receive training appropriate to your role and will be supported throughout the secondment.
Main duties of the job
Designated to take regular charge of the ward/department in the absence of the Ward/Departmental Manager
- Ensure appropriate use of financial and other resources supporting the ward manager in maintaining a balanced budget
- Act as an expert practitioner within the appropriate speciality, participating in direct patient care and demonstrating an advanced level of practice and knowledge
- Ensure the effective and timely admission and discharge of patients
- Assist in creating a therapeutic environment which meets the needs of patients, relatives and carers
- Assist in promoting a critical, analytical approach to the delivery of care and implementing changes to improve systems
- Participate in audits and implement change, based on audited outcomes
- Act as a preceptor and mentor to junior staff
- Lead the team in the absence of the Ward or Department Manager
- Participate in the recruitment, selection and appraisals of junior staff
- Assist in maintaining discipline and in dealing with staff problems in a supportive way, embracing all aspects of Human Resource policies and guidelines
- Continuously update own skills and knowledge and maintain awareness of clinical issues.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Deputy Ward Sister position available at WUTH.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Relevant Clinical knowledge/experience of the speciality
Desirable
- Student nurse assessor
- Evidence of ability to act as a preceptor/mentor to new staff
- Evidence of involvement in producing teaching strategies/packages
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential
- 1st Level Registered Nurse (relevant to area of work)
- Relevant diploma / degree or due for completion within 12 months
- Minimum of three years post-registration experience of which two years should be at Primary Nurse or equivalent
Desirable
- Management qualification
- Recognised teaching qualification
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This advert is for Deputy Ward Manager with Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Arrowe Park Hospital. It is listed as a Band 6 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 03 Sep 2026.
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