An exciting opportunity has arisen to join mental health services in Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB) within Older Persons Mental Health Services (OPMHS).

We are currently seeking to recruit a highly motivated Registered Nurse to work on for the Powys bank. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, committed and innovative person to join our specialized team. You will carry out assessment of needs on the OPMH unit for people who present with functional and/or organic problems. You will work alongside the ward team to provide plans of appropriate therapies and activities to aid and approve functioning.

All applicants are invited to apply in welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Main duties of the job

The successful post holder will work closely with the clinical lead, Ward Manager and local clinical teams. Operational management will be provided by the Ward Manager and professional accountability will be ensured through regular supervision with the clinical lead. We care for our patients 7 days a week, 24 hours a day so you will need to have the flexibility to take part in a full shift system including nights, bank holidays and weekend working.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post English and/or Welsh 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 and/or Knowledge

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Professional Nurse Knowledge of Mental Health Act, Mental Health Act Measure Wales and Mental Capacity Act (2005) Awareness of specific government/legislation pertinent to the clinical area

Desirable

• Knowledge of Powys Teaching Health Board modernisation of services plan Evidence of post graduate study

Experience

Essential

• Experience of multidisciplinary and/or multiagency working

Desirable

• Experience of working within health settings Ability to support and influence change Experience of working with designated client group

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• A high level of interpersonal and communication skills Working knowledge of safeguarding procedures Able to demonstrate empathy with patients and their families/carers Demonstrate an awareness of the need for self- development Analytical and judgemental skills to enhance the decision making process to resolve complex issues/situations. Ability to work independently and as part of a team IT literacy

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh

Values

Essential

• Demonstrates an ability to meet Health Board Values

Other

Essential

• Special requirements to perform in the role e.g. ability to travel within geographical area when needed Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands of the unit Flexible working pattern Satisfactory DBS check

Employer details

Employer name

Powys Teaching Health Board

Address

Bronllys

Powys

LD3 0LU

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