Ward M1 is a medically optimised ward supporting older adults 74+, with a strong focus on safe care, dignity, deconditioning and discharge planning.
We work closely as a multidisciplinary team to support our patients to maintain independence and achieve the best possible outcomes.
M1 is a nurse-led, 30-bedded unit During winter pressures or Trust escalation, the ward may expand to 40 beds. We also provide overnight care for 1 or 2 dermatology patients (any age), usually nursed in side-rooms. Dermatology retains full clinical responsibility for these patients.
Provide and support patients as necessary with both personal and clinical care activities.
Maintain accurate records of the patient’s care, documenting as appropriate on the Electronic Patient Record (Cerner) in line with Trust, professional and departmental guidelines.
Observe patients and reports any changes to a Registered professional for review.
Report any abnormal findings directly to the registered professional in charge or doctor.
Undertake a range of basic housekeeping, stock control and administrative duties within the clinical environment.
Under taking Clinical skills such as seen on the job description
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as “competent and caring staff” by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral’s only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Michelle Kidd Job title: Ward Manager Email address: m.kidd1@nhs.net Telephone number: 0151 482 7626
Working days Mon-fri 7:30-15:30