Ward Leader- Esther white assessment area inNorthampton inNorthampton PUBLISHED 31 OCT 2024

As a ward leader you will be responsible for providing effective nursing leadership to a team of nurses working Esther White Ward. Esther White is an acute assessment area with 35 beds. They take a range of specialities on the unit.

The post holder will provide their ward/department with a professional focus for leadership and clinical excellence. The post holder will take continuing, 24 hour/ 7 days per week responsibility for the assessment of needs for the service, staff and patients which includes assessment of training, learning and development needs of all ward/department staff. The post holder will act as a role model for clinical leadership; setting and upholding agreed clinical standards and enabling patients to receive high quality evidenced based care. They will be a visible presence for all patients and visitors to the area and provide a pivotal role for inter-professional working. They will be responsible for infection prevention and control, budget management, patient safety and experience and compliance with Trust values, policies and providing Best Possible Care.

Leads as an active member of the nursing team, accountable for your practice and role modelling the highest standards of care to all members of the team.Communicates proactively with all staff on the clinical condition and treatment plan of patients and ensures accurate nursing records are maintained by all staff.Leads the team in the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care of patients admitted to the Ward / department in accordance with Trust and directorate pathwaysActively involves others in communications between patients, their relatives and the multi-disciplinary team both within organisation and with external stakeholders to ensure excellent communication.

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Has in-depth knowledge of infection control policies, with practical experience andprinciples in relation to the clinical environment, patient care, the prevention of crossinfection, outbreak management, good hand hygiene and environmental cleaning.

Actively involves patients, relatives and carers in their treatment and encourages staff tofacilitate and enable individuals to assist in their own recovery.

Contributes to and oversees the safe and effective discharge planning of patients informingthe discharge team of issues and patient /relative requirements/requests.

Lead Pathway to Excellence philosophy and Workstreams to support standards.

Lead by example with drive and enthusiasm, responding appropriately to the needs ofpatients, families and carers.

Responsible for 24 hour management and leadership of designated ward/departmentsmaintaining an appropriate management style that maintains good morale, a teamapproach to work and a culture which fosters innovation and change.

Sets and maintains high standards of nursing care for the ward, including ward cleanliness,nutrition etc., are maintained so that the patients experience is excellent.Represents the team and organisation at professional meetings as requested and feedsback information appropriately. Ensures there is a method of communication that reachesall staff within the team considering different working patterns.With due regard to Risk Management policies and procedures. Uses local data to ensurethe environment is safe for patients, relatives, carers and staff.To be a visible, accessible and assertive figure to whom staff, patients and relatives canturn for assistance and guidance.To be a pivotal figure drawing together the multi-disciplinary team towards their sharedgoal of excellence in patient care.