Deputy Nursing Manager - Wards

Spire Healthcare, Dunedin | Reading |Deputy Nursing Manager | Permanent | Full Time

Spire Dunedin Hospital is looking for a Deputy Nursing Manager to lead our team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established team, providing both clinical and managerial leadership whilst helping to shape the patient experience and support the development of colleagues.

We're looking for a confident and experienced leader who is passionate about delivering high standards of patient care, strengthening team performance and driving continuous improvement.

About the Role

As a Deputy Nursing Manager, you will lead the day-to-day operation of the Surgical Ward, ensuring patients receive outstanding care throughout their hospital journey whilst maintaining high standards of quality, safety and operational performance.

Working closely with nursing colleagues, consultants, senior clinical leaders and the wider multidisciplinary team, you'll oversee the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care whilst ensuring the ward runs safely, efficiently and effectively.

You'll be responsible for creating an environment where patient safety, quality and continuous improvement remain at the forefront of everything the team does. Through visible leadership, coaching and support, you'll help colleagues develop, build confidence and deliver exceptional patient care.

You'll also contribute to service development and operational excellence, helping to ensure the Surgical Ward continues to deliver excellent outcomes and experiences for patients.

Why Join Us

Spire Dunedin Hospital is a well-established hospital located in the heart of Reading, with two theatres, 16 inpatient beds, three recovery bays, oncology services and an endoscopy suite.

As a smaller hospital, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and contribute directly to service development and quality improvement initiatives. You'll build strong working relationships across the organisation and play an important role in shaping patient experience, team development and service delivery.

As a Deputy Nursing Manager, your contribution will be visible. You'll be trusted to influence team development, service improvements, clinical quality and the patient experience, allowing you to see the direct impact of your leadership across the Surgical Ward.

Duties and Responsibilities

Lead the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care within the Surgical Ward.
Manage the day-to-day operational performance of the ward, ensuring effective and efficient service delivery.
Provide visible clinical and managerial leadership to the nursing team.
Lead workforce planning, recruitment, induction and ongoing development of colleagues.
Lead, coach and develop the Surgical Ward team, supporting colleagues to grow, succeed and deliver outstanding patient care.
Promote a culture of clinical excellence, patient safety and continuous improvement.
Manage patient feedback and complaints effectively, using learning to enhance the patient experience.
Ensure governance, audit, risk management and regulatory requirements are embedded within daily practice.
Work closely with the Head of Clinical Services to drive quality, performance and service development.

Who we're looking for:

NMC Registered Nurse with no restrictions on practice.
A minimum of two years' experience managing a ward and leading a clinical team is essential.
Previous experience within a Surgical Ward environment is essential.
Minimum of five years' nursing experience gained within an acute setting.
Previous experience as a Ward Manager, Deputy Ward Manager, Sister or Charge Nurse.
Proven ability to lead, motivate, develop and performance-manage clinical teams.
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