Cancer Nursing is an exciting and expanding speciality within Hywel Dda University Health Board and an opportunity has arisen for Band 5 Staff Nurse to work in the specialised and rewarding area of the Cancer Day Unit, Glangwili General Hospital, Carmarthen.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join the nursing team at this busy and ever changing challenging environment where Systemic Anti Cancer Treatment is administered to both Oncology and Haematology patients.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a flexible approach to working by providing safe, individualised and effective standards of care. Full training will be provided for the successful Registered Nurse, in delivering Systemic Anti Cancer Therapy (SACT). The role will provide an opportunity to develop skills and knowledge in Cannulation, Central Lines management and safe administration of SACT.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Interviews to be held on 24/05/2024.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and its bordering counties. Our 11,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services for around 384,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli and Withybush General in Haverfordwest
Seven community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery in Carmarthenshire Tregaron, Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire
48 general practices (six of which are managed practices), 47 dental practices (including three orthodontic), 99 community pharmacies, 44 general ophthalmic practices (43 providing Eye Health Examination Wales and 34 low vision services) and 17 domiciliary only providers and 11 health centres
Numerous locations providing mental health and learning disabilities services
Highly specialised and tertiary services commissioned by the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee, a joint committee representing seven health boards across Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
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Person Specification
Qualifcations and Knowledge
Essential
* Current NMC Registration
* Awareness of Health board Policies, Procedures and Guidelines
Desirable
* Degree in Nursing
* Evidence of post registration study and training, e.g. POVA
* Evidence of post registration study and training, e.g. Child Protection
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
Language Skills
Desirable
* Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
Employer details
Employer name
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address
Glangwili General Hospital
Dolgwili Road
Carmarthen
SA31 2AF
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