Job overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY SWANSEA BAY UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD, ELIGIBLE AGENCY WORKERS, SBU VOCATIONAL TRAINEES OR SBU VOLUNTEERS.
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 10 MONTHS TO COVER MATERNITY LEAVE.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our team on Neuro Rehabilitation Neath Port Talbot Hospital for a 10 month fixed secondment to cover maternity leave.
The successful candidate will work within the nursing team which is a 14 bedded rehabilitation unit – 2 short stay and 12 long stay beds providing a regional service specialising in brain injuries. The post holder will be required to work as part of the current seven day service, which includes bank holidays, weekends and nights. A variety of part time and full time hours are available.
Neuro rehab offers a friendly and dynamic working environment and have a strong work ethic of working together as a structured MDT, for best outcomes for our patients and delivering high quality care.
Previous rehabilitation nursing experience is advantageous but not essential. We offer a supportive preceptorship programme and work closely with the clinical practice development team to provide ongoing study and training opportunities to complement the clinical environment and enhance your skills.
We are looking for individuals with good clinical interpersonal and communication skills, who are willing and able to adapt to change and to work individually within their level of competence.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidenced-based nursing care, working collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.
Assist in the management and organisation of their clinical area and participating in the education, development and supervision of other staff members.
Working for our organisation
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Registered Level 1 Nurse
Desirable criteria
2. Relevant Degree or working towards
Knowledge
Essential criteria
3. Demonstrate commitment to post registration education and professional updating
4. Understanding of clinical and non clinical risk assessment
Desirable criteria
5. Evidence of post registration study
Skills and Competencies
Essential criteria
6. Basic IT Skills
Desirable criteria
7. Knowledge of incident reporting/awareness of policies
Personal
Essential criteria
8. Ability to communicate effectively
Desirable criteria
9. Welsh Speaker
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable