Registered Nurse

Powys Teaching Health Board; Machynlleth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Powys Teaching Health Board is seeking a registered nurse to join our team in Machynlleth on a fixed-term basis for 12 months to cover maternity leave. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based nursing care, working closely with patients and their families.

The post requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and autonomous practice with support from the ward manager and therapies staff. Welsh language skills are welcomed, with training provided if needed.

Qualifications

• NMC registered nurse required.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate evidenced-based nursing care.
• Work autonomously with support from ward manager and therapies staff.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team and contribute to clinical leadership development.
• Welcomes Welsh speakers and supports language development if needed.

Skills

NMC registered

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Job summary

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM FOR 12 MONTHS DUE TO MATERNITY COVER

The post holder is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidenced-based nursing care, working collaboratively and cooperatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, forward-facing, patient-centred individual to join our excellent nursing team at Machynlleth.

We are looking for an individual who can work well as part of a multidisciplinary team, who is caring and kind and wants to develop their clinical leadership skills. You will be expected to work as an autonomous practitioner with the support of the ward manager, senior nursing and therapies staff.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don't speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don't worry: the health board will support you with training.

About us

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential

• NMC registered

Desirable

• Evidence of post registration study and training, e.g.
• Awareness of safeguarding
• Intermediate Life Support

Experience

Essential

• Pre-registration evidence in direct nursing care
• Experience of providing holistic nursing care
• Interest in developing nursing skills

Desirable

• Clear understanding of clinical governance framework
• Implement evidence-based practice

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• Clear understanding of contract of care
• Ability to document details clearly and accurately
• Clear understanding of consent process
• Basic IT skills

Desirable

• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.
• Knowledge of incident reporting policy
• Awareness of Policies

Other

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work under pressure

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.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).