Job summary
To assist in the provision of an urgent medical service to the practice populations of Central Area in particular providing nurse triage in the agreed format.
To work flexibly as part of a triage nurse rota covering weekdays.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
- Utilise Triage support templates supported by analytical and judgemental skills in triaging telephone calls or via face-to-face patient contact to assess and evaluate the information given, use appropriate further questioning, diagnose a problem/illness and reach a clinical conclusion in accordance with agreed protocols and guidance.
- Utilise clinical guidelines, protocols, policies, procedures and Patient Group Directions in the assessments of need and delivery of clinical care and advice.
- Prioritises all contacts received and organises the allocation of consultation appointments.
- Chaperone patients as requested during consultations in the treatment centre.
- Administer therapies (as prescribed) for treatment of acute and chronic conditions and occasionally undertake basic analysis of body fluid specimens.
- Provides basic general nursing care and assistance in emergency situations.
- Monitors workload situation at all times to ensure that all contacts are made within the agreed standards/timescales in accordance with Welsh Assembly Government (WAG) targets.
- Be flexible to work across other managed practices in Central Area (as and when requested).
- Support the Lead Nurse in ensuring there is adequate nurse cover for each shift.
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.
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
English
Essential
- Have excellent and written, spoken and telephone communication skills
- Ability to prioritise workload according to the demands of the shift.
Desirable
- Good information and technology skills
- Understanding of inter-agency working
- Evidence of implementation of research and demonstrates a willingness to be flexible to meet the needs of the organisationd audit in clinical practice.
English
Essential
- First level registered nurse with post-basic experience. Evidence of comprehensive study at level 2/3.
- Child protection level 2 training or a willingness to complete within an agreed timescale
- Can demonstrate evidence of study in the area of triage or willing to undertake directed training within an agreed timescale
- Varied clinical nursing experience (particularly in the areas of primary care, community care or A & E).
Desirable
- Experience of working in the primary care setting
- Has undertaken training particularly in the areas of chronic disease management, triage, minor illness
- Experience of working in a GP out-of-hours organisation
Person Specification
English
Essential
- Have excellent and written, spoken and telephone communication skills
- Ability to prioritise workload according to the demands of the shift.
Desirable
- Good information and technology skills
- Understanding of inter-agency working
- Evidence of implementation of research and demonstrates a willingness to be flexible to meet the needs of the organisationd audit in clinical practice.
English
Essential
- First level registered nurse with post-basic experience. Evidence of comprehensive study at level 2/3.
- Child protection level 2 training or a willingness to complete within an agreed timescale
- Can demonstrate evidence of study in the area of triage or willing to undertake directed training within an agreed timescale
- Varied clinical nursing experience (particularly in the areas of primary care, community care or A & E).
Desirable
- Experience of working in the primary care setting
- Has undertaken training particularly in the areas of chronic disease management, triage, minor illness
- Experience of working in a GP out-of-hours organisation
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).
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).
