An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Registered Nurse to join our small, specialised clinical team on Tysul ward. Tysul Eye Unit offers ophthalmology day case theatre, emergency eye clinics, pre-assessment clinics and also IVT clinics based in Amman Valley hospital.

As a Band 5 staff nurse within the team you will be required to support all areas with other colleagues to deliver a high quality service to meet the needs of the ophthalmology patients in our care.

The post is based at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen. However you will be required to cover clinics in Amman Valley Hospital, therefore the ability to work across trust is an essential requirement.

Main duties of the job

The ability to work autonomously and at the same time as part of a team and to have a flexible and reliable approach to work is essential. Flexibility is required to cover clinics from Monday to Friday between the hours of 7.30am and 6pm. We do not open on weekends or bank holidays.

It is essential to have good communication and team work skills, and previous experience ophthalmology would be an advantage but is not essential as full training will be given to the successful applicant. Good IT skills are also essential.

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

Interviews to be held on 21/11/2024.

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 12,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services to almost 400,000 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.

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

Two integrated care centres (Aberaeron and Cardigan, Ceredigion).Community facilities, including:

48 General Practices (GP surgeries), 49 Dental Practices, 98 Community Pharmacies (chemists), 44 General Ophthalmic Practices (including eye health and low vision services), 38 sites providing mental health and learning disability services, care within your own homes.

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.

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
• Awareness of Health board Policies, Procedures and Guidelines

Desirable

• Degree in Nursing
• Evidence of post registration study e.g. Intermediate Life Support
• Specialist ophthalmology training

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 Skills

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

Employer details

Employer name

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Glangwili General Hospital

Carmarthen

SA31 2AF

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

100-NMR554-1124