Junior Sister

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Junior Sister on Panto Gastroenterology Ward in Wrexham Maelor Hospital. The ward prides itself on developmental opportunities and learning. Teamwork is paramount within the ward and staff are passionate about implementing changes for exceptional patient care. The team is innovative and supportive for all staff members.

The post holder will have opportunities to enhance their clinical skills and develop their management and leadership experience. You will be supported by a dynamic experienced team and a Practice Development Nurse. You will need to be flexible and dynamic in your approach in delivering care to patients.

Takes responsibility for a ward or equivalent sphere of nursing, in the absence of the person who has continuing (24 hour) responsibility at Band 7. Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluating programmes of care. Responsible for managing a group of staff in the absence of the Ward Sister.

You will be supported by the Ward Manager, Practice Development Nurse and Matron to undertake professional and personal development opportunities, and be supported to undertake postgraduate academic courses.

The ward offers different learning opportunities as well as a chance to develop management and leadership skills.

The post holders will be expected to deliver care of the highest standard and work closely with other members of the multi-disciplinary team. As a Clinical Sister / Charge Nurse you will ensure that you carry out clinical practice within designated clinical areas, ensuring that high qualities, current evidence-based nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, interventions and evaluations for patients is provided from admission through to discharge.

Informal visits are welcome, please contact Claire Gordon 03000 847 950

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

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.