Associate Nursing Unit Manager
Core
Lead clinical practice and team operations in an expanding acute and sub-acute specialist forensic mental health service.
Role type
Senior IC nursing unit manager (forensic mental health)
Builds
Recovery-focused care pathways and safe clinical environments for individuals with complex mental health needs and offending-related risks
Domain
Healthcare + Forensic Mental Health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Trauma-informed care, crisis management, de-escalation, clinical governance, forensic legislation knowledge, team leadership, staffing management
Preferred skills
Emotional resilience, compassion, sound judgement under pressure, influencing service development
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Drive trauma-informed safety initiatives, oversee unit staffing and resources, coach and support nurses delivering recovery-focused care, lead responses to clinical incidents and emergencies
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
