Ward Sister

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the post of Ward Sister/Charge Nurse Band 6, on Morlais Ward, based at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen. Morlais Ward is a 9 bedded acute adult mental health inpatient ward with allocated CAMHS inpatient provision.

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic person to join our team. Our team offers a great staff to patient ratio in order to provide excellent, person-centred care in an environment where learning and reflective practice are encouraged and fostered.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care without supervision and to teach other nursing and non nursing staff. This will involve the regular supervision and appraisal of staff nurses and undertaking a clinical lead on the unit in support of the Ward Manager.

Main duties of the job

Outstanding communication, leadership and documentation skills will be essential for this challenging yet rewarding role. In return support, training and regular supervision will be given.

The post holder will be expected to take charge in the absence of the Ward Manager who has overall continuing responsibility.

If you have the skills, experience and motivation to be part of our fantastic team then this may be the job for you.

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

Interviews will be held on24/9/24

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 11,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services for around 384,000 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;

Seven community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron, Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire;

48 general practices (six of which are managed practices), 47 dental practices (including three orthodontic), 99 community pharmacies, 44 general ophthalmic practices (43 providing Eye Health Examination Wales and 34 low vision services) and 17 domiciliary only providers and 11 health centres;

Numerous locations providing mental health and learning disabilities services;

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 Knoweldge

Essential

Current registration on a professional register. Specialist knowledge within the field of clinical skills gained through theoretical and practical training and experience to postgraduate diploma level. Sound knowledge of clinical issues within area of practice Must be able to work safely and demonstrate understanding of Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Maintains high standards in the workplace as directed by policies and procedures including sickness Knowledge of clinical supervision and aware of clinical effectiveness in work area

Desirable

WNB 998/Practice Teacher Award and assessing or equivalent. HCR-20 Training Specialist knowledge within relevant specialist field obtained through advanced post registration specialist training Have understanding and knowledge of local area and facilities within area that clients may access

Experience

Essential

Experience of working with people who have complex mental health needs and who may present challenging behaviours/ risk of violence to others Experience on ongoing professional development and must be willing to undertake identified local courses/ study days and mandatory training

Language Skills

Desirable

Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

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