Ward Deputy Lead Nurse – ENT Surgical Care & Development

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Bangor; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is recruiting a Band 6 nurse for Dulas Ward at Ysbyty Gwynedd. The ward focuses on ENT surgical nursing and complex medical outlier care, with a proactive and supportive team.

Welsh language ability is desirable and both Welsh and English speakers are welcome to apply. The role emphasises continuous professional development, induction, and multidisciplinary collaboration within the ward.

Qualifications

• RGN with experience at band 5 level.
• RGN with experience in surgical setting.
• Good clinical knowledge of acute setting.
• Clear understanding of governance issues.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Evidence of leadership / change module.
• Evidence of degree or working towards.
• Extended skills such as phlebotomy and cannulation.
• Evidence of carrying out audit.
• Evidence of staff management - off duty / sickness and absence.

Responsibilities

• Drive mandatory training and other courses relevant to the ward.
• Provide induction and support through staff meetings and personal development reviews.
• Support professional development and expertise in ENT surgical nursing and medical outlier care.
• Welsh language ability is desirable; applications in Welsh welcome.

Skills

Band 5 experience

Surgical setting experience

Acute setting knowledge

Governance awareness

Leadership development

Phlebotomy and cannulation

Audit experience

Staff management experience

Education

NMC registered nurse

Job description

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is recruiting a Band 6 nurse for Dulas Ward at Ysbyty Gwynedd. The ward focuses on ENT surgical nursing and complex medical outlier care, with a proactive and supportive team.

Welsh language ability is desirable and both Welsh and English speakers are welcome to apply. The role emphasises continuous professional development, induction, and multidisciplinary collaboration within the ward.