Deputy Ward Manager

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Bangor; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a motivated Band 6 Nurse for Dosa/Tudno Ward at Ysbyty Gwynedd. The role involves driving mandatory training, supporting team development, and maintaining clinical standards in a surgical setting. Candidates should have RGN experience at band 5 level and a clear understanding of governance issues. There's an opportunity for professional development in a proactive and friendly environment. Welsh speakers are particularly welcome.

Qualifications

• RGN with experience at band 5 level.
• Evidence of staff management – on duty/sickness and absence.
• Clear understanding of governance issues.

Responsibilities

• Drive mandatory training and relevant courses for the ward.
• Keep abreast with new initiatives and interventions within nursing care.
• Support through staff meetings and personal development reviews.

Skills

RGN with experience in a surgical setting

Good clinical knowledge of acute setting

Extended skills such as phlebotomy and cannulation

Evidence of ongoing professional development

Evidence of leadership/change module

Education

Evidence of degree or working towards

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated and committed band 6 nurse to join Dosa/Tudno Ward at Ysbyty Gwynedd.

The nursing team is proactive and innovative with a wealth of knowledge in this unique field of day elective surgery. They are also a very friendly and supportive team who demonstrate fantastic teamwork.

Main duties of the job

All applicants are expected to keep abreast with new initiatives and interventions within nursing care. A deputy is expected to drive mandatory training and other courses which are relevant to the ward.

Staff will receive induction and support through staff meetings and personal development reviews.

In general, this is an exciting and fascinating ward opportunity for professional development and expertise in the field.

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

About us

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.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Qualifications

• RGN with experience at band 5 level
• RGN with experience in a surgical setting
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Evidence of leadership / change module
• Evidence of degree or working towards

Knowledge and Experience

• Has good clinical knowledge of acute setting
• Clear understanding of governance issues
• Extended skills such as phlebotomy and cannulation
• Evidence of carrying out audit
• Evidence of staff management – on duty/sickness and absence

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.