Deputy Ward Manager

Accept ongoing accountability for service users, hold and manage delegated caseload and supervise and/or mentor junior staff and learners as required in the provision of direct/indirect nursing care. Act as an advocate and support service users through their care programme both physically and psychologically achieving expected outcomes. Monitor and review service user progress, against planned objectives and use initiative to act on results within own sphere of responsibility, including reporting observations and taking action to minimise risks. Implement planned care programme, education, encourage and empowers them and their carers to maximise self care and individual autonomy i.e. medicines, mobility, hygiene, budgeting, etc Undertake reviews of care programmes with service users and carers. Carry out safe practice in accordance with Trust policies and procedures, commenting on policies, procedures and developments as necessary. Inform the nurse in charge of any shortages of stock and
supplies, clinical equipment or medications etc. ordering as required. Act as a mentor in accordance with NMC standards to student nurses and other learners as appropriate. Participate in performance review, supervision and undertake mandatory training and personal development as required of the post including competency development. Record within the service users clinical notes and/or using the Trusts clinical information system.