Assistant Practitioner

NHS; Llanelli; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A national health service provider is seeking a dynamic Assistant Practitioner to join the nursing team at Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli. You will provide essential patient care under the supervision of registered nurses and must possess a relevant health-related qualification along with strong communication skills. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development. The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate in a relevant health-related subject or previous NMC registration.
• Evidence of continuing personal development relevant to healthcare.
• Understanding of the HCSW Code of Conduct and relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Undertake duties in the care environment as delegated by a registered nurse.
• Assist patients in achieving physical and emotional well-being.
• Monitor and interpret vital observations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Clinical care experience

Education

Certificate in relevant health related subject

GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above

Teaching or assessment qualification

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, motivated and innovative Assistant Practitioner to join the nursing team on Ward 7 Prince Philip Hospital.

Ward 7 specialises in Breast, Colorectal, General and Urology Elective Surgery.

We are seeking a forward thinking, professional practitioner with excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills to provide gold standard evidenced based care to our patients.

The successful candidate can look forward to working in a proactive and supportive professional environment.

A structured competency framework and training will be provided. The focus of learning will be professional skill specific to the role, and completion of a competency portfolio.

Main duties of the job

Undertake identified duties in relation to the care environment and the direct care of the patient(s)/client(s) as identified and delegated by a registered nurse in accordance with the Health Board policies and procedures.

Perform duties and activities within the framework of a plan of care, as delegated and reviewed by a registered nurse at regular intervals.

Assist patients/clients to achieve physical and emotional well-being and comfort.

Ensure that any changes in patients/client's condition or circumstance are reported immediately to the appropriate person/registered nurse/nurse in charge.

Utilise transferable skills within level of competence.

NB: General and transferable clinical care competencies, and area-specific competencies required for this role are detailed in the accompanying 'Competency Booklet' (Appendix 1).

Understand and interpret the findings of the initial assessment of the patient's care requirements (as completed by a registered nurse).

Contribute to the reassessment of health and well-being needs of patients/clients, and the associated documentation, within scope of competence.

Respect people's dignity, wishes and beliefs, involve them in shared decision making and obtains consent for delegated procedures within scope of competence.

Record and report back accurately and fully on the reassessments undertaken and risks identified. Participate in developing actions in the care plan to address identified risks.

About us

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.

We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

Job responsibilities

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

Interviews will be held on 13/01/2026

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

• Certificate in a relevant health related subject i.e. 120 credits at academic level 4 (or equivalent award/experience) OR has held previous NMC registration as a registered nurse
• GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above or equivalent level 2 or above essential skills qualifications
• Evidence of continuing personal development relevant to the role in health care
• Able to demonstrate understanding of the HCSW Code of Conduct, All Wales Delegation guidelines and the all Wales Band 4 Assistant Practitioner Governance Framework.
• Clinical knowledge which is relevant to the role.
• Demonstrates understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
• Demonstrates an understanding of the legislation related to Safeguarding e.g. adults/children, The Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberties Safeguards to keep adults within their care safe
• Local knowledge of statutory and voluntary services
• Teaching or assessment qualification

Experience

• Significant and recent experience of providing relevant clinical care
• Interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to manage and diffuse challenging or threatening situations
• Experienced in undertaking a range of clinical skills relevant to the post as per role scope of practice and the national governance framework e.g. Catheter care - including removal
• Experienced in undertaking a range of clinical skills relevant to the post as per role scope of practice and the national governance framework e.g. Monitor and record vital observation and interpret results
• Experienced in undertaking a range of clinical skills relevant to the post as per role scope of practice and the national governance framework e.g. Reviewing risk assessments
• Experienced in undertaking a range of clinical skills relevant to the post as per role scope of practice and the national governance framework e.g. Monitor and interpret blood glucose.
• Experienced in undertaking a range of clinical skills relevant to the post as per role scope of practice and the national governance framework e.g. Experience of supporting an RN with wound care
• Experience in a range of clinical skills including palliative care
• Administration of medicines via oral, topical, SC, IM routes
• Skills in non-complex wound care
• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.