Roles and Responsibilities
To be responsible and provide effective leadership for a team of staff providing a high quality service within the resources available within a defined area.
To support the ward manager in creating a culture of effective risk management present in the team.
Actively promote the development of evidence based practice.
Foster robust working relationships with all disciplines and partners in particular the Local Authority.
Lead on the management of complex cases and support staff in the management of such cases.
Respond in the absence of the ward manager to serious untoward incidents, complaints and communications regarding team issues providing feedback to the team to ensure lessons learned are shared and inform practice development.
Deputise for Ward Manager as and when required.
Qualifications and Experience
Be a registered mental health nurse with experience of working in an inpatient setting.
Possess a range of clinical experience and specialist knowledge within the relevant area of practice e.g. older persons care, adult mental health, and rehabilitation/recovery.
Provide evidence of continuing professional development and post registration education.
Demonstrate Good Organisational Ability, Leadership Skills And Management Experience.
Demonstrate a good understanding of the legislative and policy framework underpinning mental health service provision e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, National Service Frameworks, Mental Health Measures.
Welsh Language Proficiency
Welsh Skills desirable: Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above – basic conversations with patients about their everyday health.
Benefits
CTM employees enjoy benefits including a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and ongoing learning and development.
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