Are you a registered nurse looking for a new challenge?The Outpatient Department in Brecon Hospital are looking to recruit a dynamic and motivated registered nurse to join the team. You will work, as part of a team, to ensure a high standard of nursing care and safety for patients and all service users with the Out-patients Department.

Main duties of the job

There are a range of specialties delivered at the hospital such as:

ENT, Gynaecology, Oral surgery, Colorectal surgery, Orthopaedics, Urology, Rheumatology, and OphthalmologyThe post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, participating and contributing to the wider clinical governance agenda including service developments, and flexible working to meet the needs of patients. The nurse will evaluate assigned patients within an outpatient facility or clinic, determine the appropriate equipment that will be needed, make preparations, and assist physicians during examinations. You will also perform various patient tests and administer medications within the scope of practice of a registered nurse.

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

About us

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

Person Specification

Qualifcations

Essential

• NMC registration
• Degree qualification or relevant experience

Desirable

• Recognised teaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience at band 5 or above
• Experience of leading audit cycles
• Leadership skills
• Excellent clinical skills
• Required to run a department
• Up to date knowledge of professional issues in the nursing profession
• Experience of clinic speciality
• Knowledge of management processes
• Participation in SOP development

Desirable

• Meets all Desirable criteria

Aptitude & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work alone and as part of a team
• Experience of having a lead role in change management
• Budgetary /financial awareness
• Leadership skills
• Adaptable/flexible hours/weekends

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh

values

Essential

• Approachable
• Dynamic and motivated
• Caring towards patients and colleagues

Desirable

• Teaching qualification

Other

Essential

• Ability to meet travel requirements of the post

Employer details

Employer name

Powys Teaching Health Board

Address

Brecon Hospital

Cerrigcochion Road

Brecon

LD3 7NS

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

070-NMR180-1024