Job summary
We are looking for staff who have energy, enthusiasm, commitment and drive and who are patient-centered. Whatever your career aspirations, we are committed to supporting and developing you.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Mental Health Nurse (Band 5) position to work as part of our dedicated team within the Adult Acute In-patient service on Felindre Ward, Bronllys.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate must have an interest in acute inpatient care and enjoy working in a busy and challenging environment. Possess good communication skills and demonstrate a willingness to develop in the staff nurse position.
We would be happy to discuss the role requirements with you and introduce you to the ward and the team.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
The unit provides assessment, treatment and stabilisation of patients with serious mental health problems. Felindre ward is a 16 bedded plus 2 crisis beds acute admission ward for adults (18 -65 years) suffering with serious mental health problems and covers the catchment area of Powys.
we also have a S136 suite and work closely with partner agencies and third sector agencies
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 and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Knowledge of Mental Health Act, Mental Health Act Measure Wales and Mental Capacity Act (2005)
- Awareness of specific government/legislation pertinent to the clinical area
Desirable
- Knowledge of Powys Teaching Health Board modernisation of services plan
- Evidence of post graduate study
Experience
Essential
- Experience of multi-disciplinary and/or multi-agency working
Desirable
- Experience of working within health settings
- Ability to support and influence change
- Experience of working with designated client group
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- A high level of interpersonal and communication skills
- Working knowledge of safeguarding procedures
- Able to demonstrate empathy with patients and their families/carers
- Demonstrate an awareness of the need for selfdevelopment
- Analytical and judgemental skills to enhance the decision-making process to resolve complex issues/situations
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- IT literacy
Desirable
Values and Other
Essential
- Demonstrate PTHB Values
- Special requirements to perform in the role e.g. ability to travel within geographical area when needed
- Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands of the unit
- Flexible working pattern
- Satisfactory DBS check
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Knowledge of Mental Health Act, Mental Health Act Measure Wales and Mental Capacity Act (2005)
- Awareness of specific government/legislation pertinent to the clinical area
Desirable
- Knowledge of Powys Teaching Health Board modernisation of services plan
- Evidence of post graduate study
Experience
Essential
- Experience of multi-disciplinary and/or multi-agency working
Desirable
- Experience of working within health settings
- Ability to support and influence change
- Experience of working with designated client group
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- A high level of interpersonal and communication skills
- Working knowledge of safeguarding procedures
- Able to demonstrate empathy with patients and their families/carers
- Demonstrate an awareness of the need for selfdevelopment
- Analytical and judgemental skills to enhance the decision-making process to resolve complex issues/situations
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- IT literacy
Desirable
Values and Other
Essential
- Demonstrate PTHB Values
- Special requirements to perform in the role e.g. ability to travel within geographical area when needed
- Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands of the unit
- Flexible working pattern
- Satisfactory DBS check
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).
