Job summary
HMP Cardiff is a category B prison holding male adult prisoners on remand or those sentenced to less than two years. The men in our care are mainly drawn from the South East Wales region. The operational capacity is circa 800.
The Healthcare team based at the Cardiff Prison, is an holistic health service managed by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board providing access to essential services for the Individuals in our care. Following a period of development over the past eighteen months, which had resulted in investment and service redesign, the Primary, Community and Intermediate Care Clinical Board (PCIC) are currently seeking an highly motivated, experienced nurse leader for a Senior Nurse position within Cardiff prison the South & East Cardiff Locality.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will require a high level of competence to support the Clinical Director and Head of healthcare in ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of care to individuals with very complex needs; providing professional leadership, advice and support to healthcare professionals within the prison and also to the Locality Management team. They will operationally line manage and also be able to support and develop our the Healthcare team to respond effectively to the changing agenda to ensure our services are fit for purpose and delivered in an innovative manner.
The service provides patients with initial health screening and signposting, access to immediate and necessary healthcare. The service works at the interface with GP practices, the third sector as well as Home Office Services.
The post holder will need to work at pace, enjoy the challenge associated with managing complexity, and the opportunities associated with working as part of a large specialist multi-disciplinary team. Key skills and experience required includes resilience, ability to problem solve, ability to communicate effectively with staff of all grades, and a proven track record in terms of effective staff management. As well as linking provision of holistic care together during periods of custody and to plan for release.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will require a high level of competence to support the Clinical Director and Head of healthcare in ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of care to individuals with very complex needs; providing professional leadership, advice and support to healthcare professionals within the prison and also to the Locality Management team. They will operationally line manage and also be able to support and develop our the Healthcare team to respond effectively to the changing agenda to ensure our services are fit for purpose and delivered in an innovative manner.
The service provides patients with initial health screening and signposting, access to immediate and necessary healthcare. The service works at the interface with GP practices, the third sector as well as Home Office Services.
The post holder will need to work at pace, enjoy the challenge associated with managing complexity, and the opportunities associated with working as part of a large specialist multi-disciplinary team. Key skills and experience required includes resilience, ability to problem solve, ability to communicate effectively with staff of all grades, and a proven track record in terms of effective staff management. As well as linking provision of holistic care together during periods of custody and to plan for release.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will require a high level of competence to support the Clinical Director and Head of healthcare in ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of care to individuals with very complex needs; providing professional leadership, advice and support to healthcare professionals within the prison and also to the Locality Management team. They will operationally line manage and also be able to support and develop our the Healthcare team to respond effectively to the changing agenda to ensure our services are fit for purpose and delivered in an innovative manner.
The service provides patients with initial health screening and signposting, access to immediate and necessary healthcare. The service works at the interface with GP practices, the third sector as well as Home Office Services.
The post holder will need to work at pace, enjoy the challenge associated with managing complexity, and the opportunities associated with working as part of a large specialist multi-disciplinary team. Key skills and experience required includes resilience, ability to problem solve, ability to communicate effectively with staff of all grades, and a proven track record in terms of effective staff management. As well as linking provision of holistic care together during periods of custody and to plan for release.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Registered Nurse with NMC
- Masters level of education in relevant field
Desirable
- Project management qualification
- registration as an independant medical prescriber
Experience
Essential
- Clinically credible with experience of multidisciplinary working
- Successful management of chance and service modernisation
Desirable
- Formal project management
- Service improvement experience
- Management experience within a secure setting
Skills
Essential
- Clear vision for best practice and positive management of change
- An understanding of financial management
Desirable
- Change management, service improvement tools and techniques
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Registered Nurse with NMC
- Masters level of education in relevant field
Desirable
- Project management qualification
- registration as an independant medical prescriber
Experience
Essential
- Clinically credible with experience of multidisciplinary working
- Successful management of chance and service modernisation
Desirable
- Formal project management
- Service improvement experience
- Management experience within a secure setting
Skills
Essential
- Clear vision for best practice and positive management of change
- An understanding of financial management
Desirable
- Change management, service improvement tools and techniques
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
