Deputy Ward Manager

Job overview

The post holder will be responsible for assisting the Ward Manager in all duties relating to the overall continuing responsibility for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care and the setting of standards of care. They will have regular responsibility for managing the ward in the absense of the ward manager, learning the skills to deputise in the ward manager absense.

Main duties of the job

• To manage/co-ordinate, in the absence of the Ward Manager, and lead a team of staff and provide clinical advice and support as necessary.

To provide effective clinical management to ensure the delivery of a high quality inpatient service.

• To ensure that clinical practice within the area of responsibility is consistent with current knowledge and supports service provision.
• To ensure effective communication and working relationships with the Multi Disciplinary Team and other key providers – statutory and non statutory.
• To ensure and undertake the assessment, planning, evaluation and review of individualised plans of care in conjunction with the patient.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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