Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a newly qualified or experienced staff nurse to join our team at Ward B Neath Port Talbot Hospital. Ward B is a 28 bedded Stroke Rehabilitation Ward.
Main duties of the job
As well as an interest in care of the older person, you will have a willingness to develop the clinical skills and competencies to become an advocate in your field. You will gain experience and exposure to a wide range of clinical skills including multi-professional working, discharge planning and management of complex health needs. The clinical skills that you develop will equip you to progress into a competent and skilled nurse.
The ward staff have a close working relationship with the multidisciplinary team which includes therapies, patient flow, social workers, dieticians and hospital volunteers. All of these staff aim to make the patients stay in hospital as positive an experience as possible. We are seeking compassionate nurses who are enthusiastic to develop their clinical knowledge and skills to make a positive impact on the experiences of our patients.
You will demonstrate the Health Board's values in everything that you do in the work environment.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
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
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
We really value the personal skills, experience and qualities every member of our team bring to us, creating a diverse knowledgeable and very supportive team who feel motivated and able to influence the future direction of our service.
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
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
We really value the personal skills, experience and qualities every member of our team bring to us, creating a diverse knowledgeable and very supportive team who feel motivated and able to influence the future direction of our service.
Person Specification
Skills and competencies
Essential
- Clear understanding of contract of care
- Ability to document details clearly and accurately
- Clear understanding of consent process
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of incident reporting policy
- Awareness of Policies Knowledge of incident reporting policy
Experience
Essential
- Pre-registration evidence in direct nursing care
- Experience of providing holistic nursing care
- Interest in developing nursing skills
Desirable
- Clear understanding of clinical governance framework
- Implement evidence based practice
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Evidence of post registration study and training, e.g.
- POVA
- Child Protection
- Intermediate Life Support if required in clinical setting
Qualifications
Essential
Personal/Disposition
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to work under pressure.
Desirable
Person Specification
Skills and competencies
Essential
- Clear understanding of contract of care
- Ability to document details clearly and accurately
- Clear understanding of consent process
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of incident reporting policy
- Awareness of Policies Knowledge of incident reporting policy
Experience
Essential
- Pre-registration evidence in direct nursing care
- Experience of providing holistic nursing care
- Interest in developing nursing skills
Desirable
- Clear understanding of clinical governance framework
- Implement evidence based practice
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Evidence of post registration study and training, e.g.
- POVA
- Child Protection
- Intermediate Life Support if required in clinical setting
Qualifications
Essential
Personal/Disposition
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to work under pressure.
Desirable
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).
