The Deputy Ward Manager supports the Ward Manager in delivering safe, effective and compassionate patient care. The role usually requires a registered mental health nurse or relevant registered healthcare professional, current professional registration, substantial clinical experience and evidence of leadership in a hospital or community setting. The successful candidate will help coordinate the multidisciplinary team, supervise and develop staff, manage clinical risks, maintain accurate records and contribute to quality-improvement initiatives. Applicants are expected to demonstrate sound clinical judgement, strong communication skills, resilience and a commitment to safeguarding, equality and recovery-focused care. The role also involves supporting staffing, incident management, audits and service development while maintaining professional standards and NHS values.
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust is a major provider of mental health, learning disability, addiction and community health services in Merseyside and surrounding areas. The Trust serves children, adults and older people through hospitals, community teams, specialist services and secure or forensic care. It employs a large multidisciplinary workforce, including nurses, doctors, allied health professionals, psychologists and corporate support teams. Mersey Care promotes recovery-focused, person-centred care and is recognised for its emphasis on continuous improvement, patient safety and partnership working. Its services are delivered across Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley and other parts of the region. Employees are generally supported through NHS terms and conditions, professional development opportunities, pensions and access to wellbeing initiatives. The Trust expects staff to uphold compassion, respect, inclusion and accountability in every aspect of care.
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