Job summary
A unique opportunity has arisen for a professional, resilient, credible, and inspiring nurse to undertake the role of Senior Nurse within County Hospital , Torfaen.
The Senior Nurse role will provide strong clinical and professional leadership, whilst being a visible and supportive role model. They will be professionally accountable for the delivery of high-quality, safe and effective care and therefore the successful individual will take a lead in driving forward a positive culture of robust governance and quality improvement.
Main duties of the job
To succeed in this role, you will need to inspire and motivate a large workforce, build excellent relationships through good communication skills, and have a strong eye for detail and most importantly, for professional standards.
You must be willing to embrace a broad range of new challenges and possess the knowledge and drive to create and deliver innovative opportunities for developing population health and patient care. As a key member of the senior nursing team within the division, you will work closely with several individuals such as the Borough Head of Service, Directorate Manager and Deputy Head of Nursing.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. This includes the Grange University Hospital which provides specialist and critical care and is the newest addition to the clinical futures strategy opening in November 2020. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse. Educated to master level or a willingness to work towards. Appropriate postgraduate management and/or professional qualification (or commitment to work towards). Evidence of CPD - a portfolio of professional development activities
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- A proven track record of effective leadership & management. Evidence of leading a medium to large team Previous experience at a senior level within Nursing, demonstrating clear vision and drive to continually improve the patient experience. Ability to influence at all levels. Experience and the ability to manage budgets resourcefully, Highly developed problem-solving skills. Ability to multi-task/prioritise to meet deadlines. Able to demonstrate strong leadership qualities. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Standard keyboard skills.
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to innovate and encourage innovation. Able to use initiative and is decisive. Up-to-date knowledge of best employment practices/procedures acquired through short courses e.g., management of performance, attendance, and conduct. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of current best practice for nursing and nurse education.
Desirable
- Understanding KSF Has undertaken audit and research to develop protocols and policies.
Other
Essential
- Enthusiastic, committed, proactive and innovative. Appetite for hard work and challenges. A role model and ambassador to all employees, patients and families. Show resilience, stamina and reliability under sustained pressure, never losing sight of objectives. Commitment to Equality & Diversity. Must be mobile within a geographical area.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse. Educated to master level or a willingness to work towards. Appropriate postgraduate management and/or professional qualification (or commitment to work towards). Evidence of CPD - a portfolio of professional development activities
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- A proven track record of effective leadership & management. Evidence of leading a medium to large team Previous experience at a senior level within Nursing, demonstrating clear vision and drive to continually improve the patient experience. Ability to influence at all levels. Experience and the ability to manage budgets resourcefully, Highly developed problem-solving skills. Ability to multi-task/prioritise to meet deadlines. Able to demonstrate strong leadership qualities. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Standard keyboard skills.
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to innovate and encourage innovation. Able to use initiative and is decisive. Up-to-date knowledge of best employment practices/procedures acquired through short courses e.g., management of performance, attendance, and conduct. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of current best practice for nursing and nurse education.
Desirable
- Understanding KSF Has undertaken audit and research to develop protocols and policies.
Other
Essential
- Enthusiastic, committed, proactive and innovative. Appetite for hard work and challenges. A role model and ambassador to all employees, patients and families. Show resilience, stamina and reliability under sustained pressure, never losing sight of objectives. Commitment to Equality & Diversity. Must be mobile within a geographical area.
Desirable
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).
