Registered Perioperative Care Practitioner - Day Surgery Unit POW

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent health board in South Wales is seeking a qualified nurse for the Richard Johnson Day Surgery Unit. The successful candidate will care for day case patients, ensuring timely discharges while working in a supportive and dynamic environment. This demanding role requires excellent clinical skills and adaptability to various surgical specialties. You'll play a key part in service development and contribute to high-quality patient care across the unit.

Benefits

Generous leave

Flexible work options

Career growth opportunities

Ongoing learning and development access

Qualifications

• Qualified nurse with relevant registration.
• Experience in perioperative or surgical settings is an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients and team.

Responsibilities

• Care for adult, child & learning disability day case patients.
• Ensure timely and efficient nurse-led discharge.
• Contribute to service development across the perioperative pathway.

Skills

Excellent clinical knowledge and skills

Ability to work independently

Adaptability in a fast-paced environment

Airway management skills

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated, qualified nurse to join our busy team in the Richard Johnson Day Surgery Unit.

This post will involve caring for adult, child & learning disability day case patients from admission to discharge guided by the Day Surgery operational policy.

The post holder will be required to work independently and autonomously to ensure patients care is given in a timely manner to ensure the nurse‑led discharge is undertaken safely and efficiently to maintain patient flow throughout the unit.

If you are looking to develop and further your career then we would love to hear from you. The department is looking for an enthusiastic individual to work in Day Surgery covering a variety of surgical specialities.

Main duties of the job

The role encompasses a 2 shift pattern to meet departmental needs and requires individuals who are hard‑working, motivated and keen to further their development within a supportive culture.

This is a very demanding job as you may work in pre‑op, first stage recovery & post‑op areas throughout the working day, so the successful candidate will have to have a flexible approach to work and be adaptable to keep up with this ever‑changing environment. The role is both physically & mentally demanding.

You will be expected to use your excellent clinical and evidence‑based knowledge and skills to actively contribute to service development across the perioperative pathway, identifying opportunities and supporting individuals in the delivery of high quality patient care.

Physical demands include airway management in the recovery area, moving patients on trolleys & wheelchairs plus some theatre equipment from the unit to other areas within the hospital to ensure an effective and efficient service for patients.

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 Strategy and Values

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

Benefits

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

Work Environment

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.