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Communicate all relevant information to the multidisciplinary team internally and with external organisations as required, to ensure seamless care.
Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesAt Lancashire Teaching Hospitals the Gynaecology service provides a comprehensive choice to women and their families, providing tertiary services for 2.1million people across Lancashire and South Cumbria. We have a warm and welcoming Gynaecology team, well equipped facilities, and above all our commitment to quality care and safety is absolute. We have a strong commitment to staff development and service improvement; our priorities this year include developing plans to rebuild our assessment unit and develop our same day emergency care pathways.
We also have a highly skilled and knowledgeable team of specialist nurses providing an enhanced level of care and support for women with additional medical issues. Our award winning research team are progressing and developing our research profile.
If you have a passion for providing high quality nursing care and a keen interest in Gynaecology then come and join our team of like-minded nurses and contribute to the excellent service we provide for women.
Duties will include, but not be limited to:
- Support the ward manager and matron in ensuring the provision of excellent care with compassion for the patients, relatives and visitors who are cared for within or by the ward, department, service or team
- Ensure a high standard of nursing is delivered by self and others based on assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care to meet patients' needs in accordance with agreed local and national standards and evidenced based guidelines.
- Assist and support the ward manager in the safe, effective management of the area including management of personnel, facilities and the associated systems and processes.
- Act as a role model, presenting a positive image of self, team and organisation
- Be responsible for the delivery and coordination of care, through appropriate professional practice, delegation and supervision of duties carried out by junior staff.
- Set monitor and maintain standards of care to improve the patient experience and outcome of care
- Proactively manage risk and maintain patient safety, conforming to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Communicate all relevant information to the multidisciplinary team internally and with external organisations as required, to ensure seamless care
- Promote provision of patient education and health promotion
- Promote the equality in care and practice by recognising, respecting and meeting the needs and choices of individuals
- Ensures the environment of care is safe, well equipped and compliant with standards for hygiene and cleanliness
- To participate in education and training of junior staff.
- Maintain and develop own professional competence and seek to extend the scope of personal knowledge and skills within the scope of role and professional practice
Person specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential criteria
- Appropriate NMC Registration
- Diploma or Degree in Nursing
- NMC recognised Mentorship qualification
- Evidence of continuing education or development in area of speciality
Desirable criteria
- Post registration qualification in area of speciality
- Leadership Qualification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
- Evidence of leadership experience and learning
- Awareness of recent advances in nursing practice
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and safeguarding and the relevance to practice
- Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures
- Experience of implementing changes to benefit patients and improve nursing practice
- Knowledge of ethical issues
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of clinical competency in gynaecology and early pregnancy nursing
- Knowledge of research and development
Skills and abilities
Essential criteria
- Able to perform clinical duties commensurate to that of the role
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to obtain and evaluate information to aid decision making
- Able to lead and supervise other staff
- Ability to use IT systems relevant to work role
- Ability to prioritise
- Good time management skills
- Commitment to develop mentorship skills
Desirable criteria
- Lead others in change management
- Experience of mentorship and ability to identify learning and development needs
We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership, neurodiversity or veteran status are encouraged to apply for this post. Our Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available Here
To support you in your application process we've created a What we can offer you guide that shows what you can expect when you join our hospitals. The guide includes links to our strategic aims and objectives as well as our values, development support and rewards and benefits. To help you get the best from your application we've also put together two guides to help you make your application the best it can be. Just click here and here to go through them, or have them open as you complete your application.
We recognise that the recruitment process may present barriers for some and you may need personal adjustments to enable you to participate in our recruitment process. Please make contact with the recruitment team at the earliest opportunity to ensure that measures can be put in place to enable your application for this post.
We are reminded everyday of how important life is, so as part of our Working Smarter pledge we offer a variety of flexible working options and wellbeing support to enable our people to find and maintain the right work-life balance.
If you are applying for a secondment role please ensure you have agreement from your current line manager prior to attending an interview. Also please ensure you have read the LTHTR Secondment Policy. A copy of this can be found on the intranet or by contacting
Please note a young person must be in part-time education or training until they're 18. therefore if you are under 18 we are unable to employ you on a full time basis, unless it is in an apprenticeship role.
If the role you've applied for requires a Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check we will administer this on your behalf and the cost will be recovered from your salary, either as a one-off payment, or over 3 months. The level of check required depends on the role that you have been offered. Currently the charges are - Basic DBS check £22, Standard DBS check £22 and Enhanced DBS check £42. You should be aware that if you are successful in obtaining a position that requires a DBS check but later withdraw your application, you may be required to reimburse the cost of the DBS check. DBS checks remain free of charge for volunteer positions. The DBS Code of Practice can be accessed here.
In line with guidance from United Kingdom Health Security Agency, all staff and volunteers are required to comply with Trust Infection Prevention and Control processes in relation to safe working. This includes mask wearing and adherence to social distancing at all Trust sites.
NO UNSOLICITED ADVERTISING COMPANY APPROACHES
For more information about the Trust take a look at our Application Guide or visit our website www.jobsincare.com/job/jJOED3FTV You can also keep up to date with us on Facebook, Twitter, Linked In and Instagram.
We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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.
Documents to download
- Job description and person specification B6 Deputy ward manager (PDF, 674.0KB)
- Creating your best application (PDF, 6.1MB)
- What we can offer you (PDF, 6.7MB)
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
At Lancashire Teaching Hospitals the Gynaecology service provides a comprehensive choice to women and their families, providing tertiary services for 2.1million people across Lancashire and South Cumbria. We have a warm and welcoming Gynaecology team, well equipped facilities, and above all our commitment to quality care and safety is absolute. We have a strong commitment to staff development and service improvement; our priorities this year include developing plans to rebuild our assessment unit and develop our same day emergency care pathways.
We also have a highly skilled and knowledgeable team of specialist nurses providing an enhanced level of care and support for women with additional medical issues. Our award winning research team are progressing and developing our research profile.
If you have a passion for providing high quality nursing care and a keen interest in Gynaecology then come and join our team of like-minded nurses and contribute to the excellent service we provide for women.
Duties will include, but not be limited to:
Person specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential criteria
Desirable criteria
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
Desirable criteria
Skills and abilities
Essential criteria
Desirable criteria
We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership, neurodiversity or veteran status are encouraged to apply for this post. Our Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available Here
To support you in your application process we've created a What we can offer you guide that shows what you can expect when you join our hospitals. The guide includes links to our strategic aims and objectives as well as our values, development support and rewards and benefits. To help you get the best from your application we've also put together two guides to help you make your application the best it can be. Just click here and here to go through them, or have them open as you complete your application.
We recognise that the recruitment process may present barriers for some and you may need personal adjustments to enable you to participate in our recruitment process. Please make contact with the recruitment team at the earliest opportunity to ensure that measures can be put in place to enable your application for this post.
We are reminded everyday of how important life is, so as part of our Working Smarter pledge we offer a variety of flexible working options and wellbeing support to enable our people to find and maintain the right work-life balance.
If you are applying for a secondment role please ensure you have agreement from your current line manager prior to attending an interview. Also please ensure you have read the LTHTR Secondment Policy. A copy of this can be found on the intranet or by contacting
Please note a young person must be in part-time education or training until they're 18. therefore if you are under 18 we are unable to employ you on a full time basis, unless it is in an apprenticeship role.
If the role you've applied for requires a Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check we will administer this on your behalf and the cost will be recovered from your salary, either as a one-off payment, or over 3 months. The level of check required depends on the role that you have been offered. Currently the charges are - Basic DBS check £22, Standard DBS check £22 and Enhanced DBS check £42. You should be aware that if you are successful in obtaining a position that requires a DBS check but later withdraw your application, you may be required to reimburse the cost of the DBS check. DBS checks remain free of charge for volunteer positions. The DBS Code of Practice can be accessed here.
In line with guidance from United Kingdom Health Security Agency, all staff and volunteers are required to comply with Trust Infection Prevention and Control processes in relation to safe working. This includes mask wearing and adherence to social distancing at all Trust sites.
NO UNSOLICITED ADVERTISING COMPANY APPROACHES
For more information about the Trust take a look at our Application Guide or visit our website www.jobsincare.com/job/jJOED3FTV You can also keep up to date with us on Facebook, Twitter, Linked In and Instagram.
We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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.
Documents to download
At Lancashire Teaching Hospitals the Gynaecology service provides a comprehensive choice to women and their families, providing tertiary services for 2.1million people across Lancashire and South Cumbria. We have a warm and welcoming Gynaecology team, well equipped facilities, and above all our commitment to quality care and safety is absolute. We have a strong commitment to staff development and service improvement; our priorities this year include developing plans to rebuild our assessment unit and develop our same day emergency care pathways.
We also have a highly skilled and knowledgeable team of specialist nurses providing an enhanced level of care and support for women with additional medical issues. Our award winning research team are progressing and developing our research profile.
If you have a passion for providing high quality nursing care and a keen interest in Gynaecology then come and join our team of like-minded nurses and contribute to the excellent service we provide for women.
Duties will include, but not be limited to:
- Support the ward manager and matron in ensuring the provision of excellent care with compassion for the patients, relatives and visitors who are cared for within or by the ward, department, service or team
- Ensure a high standard of nursing is delivered by self and others based on assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care to meet patients' needs in accordance with agreed local and national standards and evidenced based guidelines.
- Assist and support the ward manager in the safe, effective management of the area including management of personnel, facilities and the associated systems and processes.
- Act as a role model, presenting a positive image of self, team and organisation
- Be responsible for the delivery and coordination of care, through appropriate professional practice, delegation and supervision of duties carried out by junior staff.
- Set monitor and maintain standards of care to improve the patient experience and outcome of care
- Proactively manage risk and maintain patient safety, conforming to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Communicate all relevant information to the multidisciplinary team internally and with external organisations as required, to ensure seamless care
- Promote provision of patient education and health promotion
- Promote the equality in care and practice by recognising, respecting and meeting the needs and choices of individuals
- Ensures the environment of care is safe, well equipped and compliant with standards for hygiene and cleanliness
- To participate in education and training of junior staff.
- Maintain and develop own professional competence and seek to extend the scope of personal knowledge and skills within the scope of role and professional practice
Person specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential criteria
- Appropriate NMC Registration
- Diploma or Degree in Nursing
- NMC recognised Mentorship qualification
- Evidence of continuing education or development in area of speciality
Desirable criteria
- Post registration qualification in area of speciality
- Leadership Qualification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
- Evidence of leadership experience and learning
- Awareness of recent advances in nursing practice
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and safeguarding and the relevance to practice
- Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures
- Experience of implementing changes to benefit patients and improve nursing practice
- Knowledge of ethical issues
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of clinical competency in gynaecology and early pregnancy nursing
- Knowledge of research and development
Skills and abilities
Essential criteria
- Able to perform clinical duties commensurate to that of the role
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to obtain and evaluate information to aid decision making
- Able to lead and supervise other staff
- Ability to use IT systems relevant to work role
- Ability to prioritise
- Good time management skills
- Commitment to develop mentorship skills
Desirable criteria
- Lead others in change management
- Experience of mentorship and ability to identify learning and development needs
We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership, neurodiversity or veteran status are encouraged to apply for this post. Our Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available Here
To support you in your application process we've created a What we can offer you guide that shows what you can expect when you join our hospitals. The guide includes links to our strategic aims and objectives as well as our values, development support and rewards and benefits. To help you get the best from your application we've also put together two guides to help you make your application the best it can be. Just click here and here to go through them, or have them open as you complete your application.
We recognise that the recruitment process may present barriers for some and you may need personal adjustments to enable you to participate in our recruitment process. Please make contact with the recruitment team at the earliest opportunity to ensure that measures can be put in place to enable your application for this post.
We are reminded everyday of how important life is, so as part of our Working Smarter pledge we offer a variety of flexible working options and wellbeing support to enable our people to find and maintain the right work-life balance.
If you are applying for a secondment role please ensure you have agreement from your current line manager prior to attending an interview. Also please ensure you have read the LTHTR Secondment Policy. A copy of this can be found on the intranet or by contacting
Please note a young person must be in part-time education or training until they're 18. therefore if you are under 18 we are unable to employ you on a full time basis, unless it is in an apprenticeship role.
If the role you've applied for requires a Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check we will administer this on your behalf and the cost will be recovered from your salary, either as a one-off payment, or over 3 months. The level of check required depends on the role that you have been offered. Currently the charges are - Basic DBS check £22, Standard DBS check £22 and Enhanced DBS check £42. You should be aware that if you are successful in obtaining a position that requires a DBS check but later withdraw your application, you may be required to reimburse the cost of the DBS check. DBS checks remain free of charge for volunteer positions. The DBS Code of Practice can be accessed here.
In line with guidance from United Kingdom Health Security Agency, all staff and volunteers are required to comply with Trust Infection Prevention and Control processes in relation to safe working. This includes mask wearing and adherence to social distancing at all Trust sites.
NO UNSOLICITED ADVERTISING COMPANY APPROACHES
For more information about the Trust take a look at our Application Guide or visit our website www.jobsincare.com/job/jJOED3FTV You can also keep up to date with us on Facebook, Twitter, Linked In and Instagram.
We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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.
Documents to download
- Job description and person specification B6 Deputy ward manager (PDF, 674.0KB)
- Creating your best application (PDF, 6.1MB)
- What we can offer you (PDF, 6.7MB)
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