Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic nurse to join our friendly elective orthopaedic nursing team on Samaritan Ward. Samaritan Ward is a 13-bedded Orthopaedic ward who care for elective patients requiring major joint replacements and other complex elective orthopaedic procedures.
The BCUHB Orthopaedic department has led the way in delivering an innovative and excellent service, currently providing same day major joint replacement surgery, implementing the philosophy of Enhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS) and providing excellent standards of care.
This position will offer excellent experience and learning opportunities in dealing with Orthopaedic patients and unique opportunities for professional and personal development for registered nurses who are keen to develop their knowledge and clinical skills within the Orthopaedic speciality.
No surgical experience is necessary, as training will be provided, supported by new orthopaedic competencies and the Surgical Practice Development nurse. Your personal qualities should include excellent organisational skills together with a positive approach and the ability to work effectively within the team.
Main duties of the job
Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidenced-based nursing care, working collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.
Assist in the management and organisation of their clinical area and participating in the education, development and supervision of other staff members.
Take responsibility for a ward or equivalent sphere of nursing, in the absence of the senior nurse or person who has continuing (24 hour) responsibility.
Responsible for managing a group of staff in the absence of the senior nurse.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
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.
Additional contact details:
Sharon Ellis PA to the Surgical Matrons
Tel: 03000 847427
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.
Additional contact details:
Sharon Ellis PA to the Surgical Matrons
Tel: 03000 847427
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse
- Diploma in Nursing, willingness to undertake
Desirable
- Clinical / professional subject
- Advanced Life Support or willingness to undertake
- Post-basic education in relevant speciality.
- Teaching & Assessing or 998 course.
Experience
Essential
- Post registration Experience within an appropriate clinical area
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking audit work and standard setting.
- Sufficient post registration experience at D Grade in a Surgical Ward
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of good organisational skills.
- Evidence of people management and leadership skills alongside the ability to care with warmth and understanding
- Effective problem solver
- Ability to negotiate and communicate with patients and all members of the Multidisciplinary Team
- IT skills e.g. e-mail, MS Word
Desirable
- Advanced clinical skills
- Ability to adapt to and propose changes within working situation
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse
- Diploma in Nursing, willingness to undertake
Desirable
- Clinical / professional subject
- Advanced Life Support or willingness to undertake
- Post-basic education in relevant speciality.
- Teaching & Assessing or 998 course.
Experience
Essential
- Post registration Experience within an appropriate clinical area
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking audit work and standard setting.
- Sufficient post registration experience at D Grade in a Surgical Ward
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of good organisational skills.
- Evidence of people management and leadership skills alongside the ability to care with warmth and understanding
- Effective problem solver
- Ability to negotiate and communicate with patients and all members of the Multidisciplinary Team
- IT skills e.g. e-mail, MS Word
Desirable
- Advanced clinical skills
- Ability to adapt to and propose changes within working situation
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).
