Health Care Support Worker

Swansea Bay University Health Board; Swansea; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Swansea Bay University Health Board seeks a dedicated nurse to provide high-quality care for patients with plastic surgery trauma injuries. Candidates should possess experience in plastic surgery and have a passion for patient care. The role provides ample professional development opportunities and is integral to the trauma service team.

Benefits

Professional training and development opportunities

Support for bilingualism in service delivery

Qualifications

• Extensive post-registration knowledge of plastic surgery.
• Motivated and driven to provide high standards of care.
• Passion for working towards autonomous practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-standard nurse-led care for plastic surgery trauma patients.
• Participate in the coordination of the trauma service.
• Educate junior staff and focus on professional development.

Skills

Plastic surgery experience

Ability to work independently

Time management

Patient care

Education

Plastic surgery qualification

Job description

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PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY SWANSEA BAY UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD.

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about patient care, motivated, and driven to provide a high standard of nurse-led care to patients referred to the service with plastic surgery trauma injuries. The successful candidate should have extensive post-registration knowledge of plastic surgery, trauma, and/or wound care.

The successful candidate must be motivated and enthusiastic to learn about the plastic surgery trauma service and undertake all necessary training and competencies to meet the service needs. They should have a passion for working towards autonomous practice, making clinical decisions based on best practices and patient interests. Prioritization and time management skills are essential, as the candidate will be accountable for managing their workload and participating in the coordination of the trauma service. The role involves working within the trauma nurse team and being part of the wider multidisciplinary team (MDT).

Main duties of the job

The role is diverse, involving all patients referred to the service with plastic surgery injuries such as hand injuries, skin loss, bites, and amputated limbs. As the only service in South Wales, we serve a large catchment area. The team operates 7 days a week, providing cover from 7:30 am to 8:00 pm, depending on service needs. Daily trauma clinics are held with booked patients, alongside those requiring immediate attention for life and/or limb loss. Referrals from other inpatient services are also managed.

The candidate, with time and education, will be expected to undertake all aspects of the role, including educating junior staff, patients, and relatives. They will also focus on their professional development and the development of the trauma service. The successful candidate will work closely with clinical leaders and managers to identify learning needs within the plastic surgery service, with a tailored training program developed accordingly.

Working for our organisation

We believe staff are our greatest asset, and we want you to feel happy and confident starting your career here at Swansea Bay University Health Board.

As one of the UK's largest healthcare providers, we offer extensive professional training and development opportunities within an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.

We welcome applications from nurses, doctors, health scientists, therapists, and support service staff. Opportunities include apprenticeships, work placements, and volunteering roles.

We are committed to inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of sex, religion or belief, race, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, maternity, marital status, or disability.

Our values—Caring For Each Other, Working Together, and Always Improving—are at the core of our commitment to equality.

If you seek excellent career and training opportunities while living near some of Europe's most beautiful scenery, with the benefits of a vibrant city, look no further.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Person specification

Experience

• Plastic surgery experience
• Plastic surgery qualification

Abilities

• Ability to work independently

Swansea Bay University Health Board is committed to supporting staff in embracing bilingualism to enhance service delivery. We particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

We value diversity and are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all protected groups under the Equality Act 2010, including age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment, race, religion, disability, pregnancy, maternity, marriage, and civil partnership.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must hold appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020, and a Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required.