Deputy Ward Manager, Trauma and Orthpaedic

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a team of experienced nurses caring for Trauma and Orthpaedic patients, within the acute surgical division. The wards focus is on Trauma and Orthopeadic patients, as part of the South Wales Trauma Network.

We currently have a position for an enthusiastic, motivated, experienced registered nurse to join our team as a Band 6 clinical and managerial position on the Trauma and Orthopaedic Unit - this also includes the Trauma Assessment Unit (TAU) on ward 16, Royal Glamorgan Hospital

Main duties of the job

The ideal candidate must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a flexible approach to work. A commitment to delivering high standards of patient focused care is an essential requirement of the post.

You will possess the ability to work on your own initiative whilst working as part of the team, and the ability to develop relationships across professional and Organisational boundaries. The ideal candidate would have a clear vision for best practice and a reparation for professional innovation

You will be a vital part of the ward team, to support the Ward Manager, you will be integral to the governance agenda as well as demonstrating excellent and effective leadership skills. In return, you will be supported by a dedicated and passionate team, and you will be supported in your own professional development. You will have access to further study and opportunities to expand your role in line with service development.

To be successful you will have significant experience as a band 5 and knowledge and experience of nursing patients within the orthopaedic setting, is desirable but not essential.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.