Staff Nurse - Surgical Assessment Unit

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; Pontyclun; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wales is seeking Band 5 Registered Nurses to join their experienced team in the Acute Surgical Division. The role involves caring for Emergency General Surgical patients and providing pre and post-operative care. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work alongside a multidisciplinary team. Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development. Flexible working hours available, including day and night shifts.

Benefits

Leading pension

Generous leave

Flexible work

Career growth opportunities

Access to ongoing learning and development

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse qualification required.
• Strong commitment to professional innovation.
• Experience in a surgical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing assessment and care for Emergency General Surgical patients.
• Deliver pre and post-operative care to patients.
• Manage care for patients undergoing procedures with local and general Anaesthetics.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work on own initiative

Teamwork skills

Commitment to high standards of patient-focused care

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Band 5 Registered Nurses to join an experienced team caring for Emergency General Surgical patients, within the Acute Surgical Division of Ward 9, with the opening of a Surgical Admissions Unit. We are looking for dedicated and hardworking individuals, who are able to work in a pressurised ever evolving environment. The ward cares for all types of general surgical patients, which will provide you with opportunity to extend your knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

Main duties of the job:

You will have a chance to gain experience working with a variety of specialties, and be responsible for the nursing assessment and care of these patients. This will also include the practice of providing pre and post-operative care, to the patients in your care. Your role will involve managing the care of patients undergoing a variety of procedures, involving both local and general Anaesthetics. You will also be expected to work closely within the Multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a flexible approach to work. A commitment to delivering high standards of patient focused care is an essential requirement of the post. You will possess the ability to work on your own initiative whilst working as part of the team, and the ability to develop relationships across professional and organisational boundaries. The ideal candidate would have a clear vision for best practice and a dedication for professional innovation.

Team & Development

You will be joining a team of dedicated nursing staff who will provide you with all the support you will need to flourish, develop and encouraged to excel. Working as part of our dedicated multi-disciplinary team we will value you, and your contribution to delivering excellent, safe and compassionate care to our patients within the Acute Surgical Specialty.

We have a structured team base ethos where we regularly meet and we also hold specific development days which will be underpinned with regular personal appraisals and a development plan. You will have access to further study and opportunities to expand your role in line with service development.

Application

We welcome all applications including the request to job-share. All posts are rotational between day and night shifts.

About CTM

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.

Values & Strategy

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

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

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.