Community Learning Disability Nurse – 6‑Month FTC (RNLD)

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Wales; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The post holder will join a multidisciplinary team in North Wales to support adults and children with a learning disability and complex health needs. The role focuses on assessment, planning interventions, and improving quality of life in collaboration with other professionals.

Education, guidance and support to student nurses and unqualified staff are essential, with Welsh language ability desirable. The board values equality, diversity and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Experience in learning disability services.
• Broad range of experience in health & social care settings.
• Understanding of learning disability, including mental health, forensics, challenging behaviour.
• Awareness of current developments within learning disability services.
• Understanding of clinical governance.
• Mentoring and assessing student nurses training.

Responsibilities

• Provide education, guidance and support to student nurses and unqualified staff in the team.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to assess needs and plan interventions with others.
• Support clients and their families; contribute to continuous improvements in care.

Skills

Prioritisation

Caseload management

Clear communication

Adaptability

Self-motivation

Continuous improvement

Education

RNLD

Job description

The post holder will join a multidisciplinary team in North Wales to support adults and children with a learning disability and complex health needs. The role focuses on assessment, planning interventions, and improving quality of life in collaboration with other professionals.

Education, guidance and support to student nurses and unqualified staff are essential, with Welsh language ability desirable. The board values equality, diversity and patient-centered care.