We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic, forward thinking and patient-centred individuals to join our excellent nursing team in the south locality. We are looking for nurses that are able to work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team, are caring and kind and who wish to develop their clinical and leadership skills. We have permanent roles to offer on a full time and part time basis in Y Bannau ward, Brecon War Memorial Hospital. We are a motivated team committed to the care of our patients and deliver a high standard of care we can be proud of, for patients from across Powys. We look forward to hearing from nurses that have an interest in palliative care alongside rehabilitation and general medical care. We would be happy to discuss the role requirements with you and introduce you to the ward and the team.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, forward-facing, patient-centred individual to join our excellent nursing team at Brecon War Memorial Hospital. We are looking for an individual who can work well as part of a multidisciplinary team, who is caring and kind and wants to develop their clinical leadership skills. You will be expected to work as an autonomous practitioner with the support of the ward manager, senior nursing and therapies staff.

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 or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications/Experience

Essential

• NMC Registered
• Pre-registration evidence in direct nursing care
• Experience of providing hoslitic nursing care
• Interest in developing nursing skills
• Ability to document details clearly and accurately
• Clear understanding of consent process
• Basic IT skills
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work under pressure

Desirable

• Evidence of post registration study and training
• Awareness of safeguarding
• Intermediate life support
• Clear understanding of clinical governance framework
• Implement evidence-based pratice
• Ability to speak Welsh
• Knowledge of incident reporting policy
• Awareness of policies

Aptitude & Abilities

Essential

• Clear understanding of contract of care

Employer details

Employer name

Powys Teaching Health Board

Address

Breconshire War Memorial Hospital (Brecon)

Cerrigcochion Rd

Brecon

LD3 7NS

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070-NMR191-1224