Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Stroke Specialist Nurse

The closing date is 03 September 2025

Job summary

We are excited to advertise a rewarding opportunity to join the Stroke Specialist Nurse Team at Glan Clwyd Hospital.

Main duties of the job

This vital role involves delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals affected by stroke, supporting them through every stage of their hospital journey. As part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in assessment, treatment planning, and ongoing support. We are looking for compassionate, motivated nurses with a passion for stroke care and a commitment to clinical excellence.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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.

Details

Date posted

20 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,263 to £47,280 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

050-NMR565-0825

Job locations

Glan Clwyd Hospital

Bodelwyddan

LL16 5UJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Stroke Specialist Nurse at Glan Clwyd Hospital, you will provide expert care to patients across the stroke pathwayfrom acute admission through rehabilitation and discharge planning. Your role will involve clinical assessment and supporting early interventions to improve outcomes. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure timely, evidence-based care. Youll also contribute to service development, staff training, and quality improvement initiatives. This is a dynamic and rewarding role for a nurse passionate about stroke care and committed to delivering excellence in patient outcomes.

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Stroke Specialist Nurse at Glan Clwyd Hospital, you will provide expert care to patients across the stroke pathwayfrom acute admission through rehabilitation and discharge planning. Your role will involve clinical assessment and supporting early interventions to improve outcomes. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure timely, evidence-based care. Youll also contribute to service development, staff training, and quality improvement initiatives. This is a dynamic and rewarding role for a nurse passionate about stroke care and committed to delivering excellence in patient outcomes.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

  • Registered Nurse with current registration with NMC

Desirable

  • Specialist Nurse Experience

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within the field of Stroke Nursing
Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

  • Registered Nurse with current registration with NMC

Desirable

  • Specialist Nurse Experience

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within the field of Stroke Nursing

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Glan Clwyd Hospital

Bodelwyddan

LL16 5UJ


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Glan Clwyd Hospital

Bodelwyddan

LL16 5UJ


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Matron

Claire Davies

claire.davies24@wales.nhs.uk

03000844189

Details

Date posted

20 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,263 to £47,280 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

050-NMR565-0825

Job locations

Glan Clwyd Hospital

Bodelwyddan

LL16 5UJ


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