Deputy Ward Leader

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full position for a Deputy Ward Leader to join our Acute Medical Unit team. It is an ever‑changing unit that is both busy and rewarding.

The unit has recently gone through a big and exciting change with the introduction of a new triage and assessment area. This will allow the paramedics to bring medical patients directly to AMU, making it a hub for acute medicine.

This position will enable the successful applicant’s personal and professional development whilst enabling our team to continue to provide and promote high‑quality care for our acute medical patients.

• Lead, motivate and enthuse the team to deliver high‑quality care in a very busy environment.
• Cover seven days a week, including day and night shifts, requiring flexibility with shift patterns.

• Senior nurse with significant nursing experience.
• Good understanding of the dynamics of teamwork and expected to work closely with multidisciplinary personnel across both areas of the Unit.
• Excellent communication, organisational skills, leadership, enthusiasm and the ability to learn and develop new skills.