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An exciting opportunity has arisen within Steffan Ward at Glangwili General Hospital for the appointment of Staff Nurses. Steffan Ward is a 18 bedded ward specialising in Gastroenterology and Haematology .

The ward has a fantastic supportive team, providing an environment which enables both teaching and learning and encourages personal development, working with the NMC code of conduct and hospital policies. Support can be provided through education and mentorship to build confidence for newly registered, those new to and /or returning to acute care.

Our Trust is a great choice for people who want to develop their career in an ambitious and dynamic environment we also offer an excellent benefits package which includes onsite childcare facilities, various salary sacrifice schemes and a generous annual leave entitlement.

Interviews to be held on 15/8/24

Main duties of the job

We are looking for highly motivated individuals to work within our dynamic working environment.You must have:

• Good communication/interpersonal skills, high levels of commitment and dedication, caring attitude and the ability to work as part of a team are essential
• A desire to develop your experience and work alongside a team of staff as well as a passion for excellent patient care and outcomes
• The ability of doing things differently and challenging the status quo.

If you fit this criteria, we may have just the opportunity for you!

We are a warm, friendly team of professionals who work closely with all members of the multidisciplinary team to provide high quality, holistic driven, evidence-based care to all our patients. We are proud of our workforce and value the contribution that members of our staff make to our patients and the organisation. You will be required to demonstrate competence in assessing, planning and evaluating the care needs of a group of patients with support from your ward manager, colleagues and educator team.

We welcome informal discussions with those considering an application and would actively encourage you to speak to one of our Sisters to learn more about working for us.

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

About us

Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and its bordering counties. Our 11,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services for around 384,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through:

Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli and Withybush General in Haverfordwest

Seven community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery in Carmarthenshire Tregaron, Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire

48 general practices (six of which are managed practices), 47 dental practices (including three orthodontic), 99 community pharmacies, 44 general ophthalmic practices (43 providing Eye Health Examination Wales and 34 low vision services) and 17 domiciliary only providers and 11 health centres

Numerous locations providing mental health and learning disabilities services

Highly specialised and tertiary services commissioned by the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee, a joint committee representing seven health boards across Wales.

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 Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

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Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Current NMC registration

Desirable

• Degree in Nursing
• Evidence of post registration study and training eg POVA
• Intermediate life support if required in clinical setting
• Evidence of post registration study and training eg Child Protection

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

Language Abilities

Desirable

• Welsh speaker (Level 1)

Employer details

Employer name

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Glangwili General Hospital

Dolgwili Road

Carmarthen

SA31 2AF

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

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