Band 5 Staff Cardiac Monitoring Unit

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; Pontyclun; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Wales is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse to manage patient care within a Unit. The role involves supervising junior staff, maintaining high standards of care, and liaising with specialists. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a commitment to professional standards. Benefits include a leading pension, flexible work options, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Leading pension

Generous leave

Career growth opportunities

Access to ongoing learning and development

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse qualified and capable of managing patient care effectively.
• Experience in a clinical setting, preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a group of patients and take charge of the Unit.
• Ensure adherence to policies and maintain patient care standards.
• Liaise with clinical specialists regarding patient requirements.
• Plan and evaluate individualized care plans.

Skills

High standards of patient care

Management of a group of patients

Support and supervision of junior staff

Accurate record keeping

Communication with clinical specialists

Ability to mentor student nurses

Prioritizing workload

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

• Be responsible for the management a group of patients, and occasionally take charge of the Unit, and its resources for the duration of their duty.
• Be responsible for maintaining high standards of patient care.
• Be responsible for ensuring that all policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Be responsible for the support and supervision of junior staff.
• Be responsible for maintaining accurate, current, comprehensive and concise records concerning the condition of the client, in accordance with NMC Standards for Record & Record Keeping and the UHB’s Patient Record Policy.
• Liaise with the appropriate Clinical Specialists i.e. Doctors, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Clinical Nurse Specialists, in relation to individual patient requirements and planned programmes of care.
• Undertake the assessment, planning, delivery, evaluation and updating of individual plans of care
• Undertake venepuncture procedures following appropriate training, and on completion of competencies.
• Undertake ECG procedure following a period of training, reporting abnormalities to the medical team.
• Plan own day to day workload within the area of responsibility, prioritising and re-prioritising tasks as necessary.
• Plan programmes of care for individual patients/clients, in conjunction with other registered nurses.
• Enable patients to maintain their personal hygiene through assistance with using the shower/bath, washing facilities, access and use toilet facilities, collecting and disposing of bodily waste.
• Ensure patients are fully prepared for procedures.
• Be responsible for storage, administration and recording of drugs, in accordance with the UHB Policies and Procedures.
• Act as a mentor for student nurses and support multi-disciplinary team visitors to the Unit.
• Ensure that practice is in line with, and reflects the requirement of the NMC Code, and is based on evidence-based practice.
• Be expected to participate in audit, supporting and implementing any necessary changes in relation to patient care.
• Participate in the UHB Nurse Induction Programme.
  
  

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales’s largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM’s location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff’s vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy—Our Health, Our Future—focuses On Uniting Our Region Around Shared Health And Wellbeing Goals. Our Values Guide Us Daily

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team
  
  

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you’ll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Katharine Attfield Job title: Ward Manager / Rheolwr y Ward Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01443 443521