The Assistant Practitioner (Nursing Support Worker) role is designed to deliver evidenced based clinical care under the direction and support of a Registered Nurse by following the Health Board's protocols, policies, procedures pathways and care plans.
The post-holder will be responsible for the delivery of a high standard of safe, individualised, efficient, cost-effective care under the delegated authority of a Registered Nurse.
The post-holder will communicate effectively at all times and in conjunction with other ward/team members, contribute to and maintain the ward/team philosophy.
The post-holder will practice in accordance with Health Board standards and statutory requirements and operate within the boundaries of the role and assessed competencies.
The post-holder will develop the role as required within the boundaries of the KSF post outline and agreed competencies.
Undertake identified allocated duties in relation to the care environment, the direct care of the patient/client as identified by a Registered Nurse and in accordance with Hywel Dda Health Board policies and procedures.
Perform duties and activities within the framework of a plan of care, as set and reviewed by a Registered Nurse at regular intervals.
Assist patients/clients to achieve physical and emotional well-being and comfort.
Ensure that any changes in patients/client's condition or circumstance are reported immediately to the appropriate person/Registered Nurse/nurse in charge.
Utilise transferable skills within level of competence.
The CCAP will have received training and education to undertake additional duties and will have completed the in-house advanced training programme for the Critical Care Associate Practitioner.
The CCAP will provide essential nursing care for patients categorised as requiring Level 1, 2 and 3 care - with an identified qualified nurse as a supervisor.
The training will allow the CCAP to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care they've provided to the allocated patient alongside their supervisor (Registered Nurse), who ensures that support and advice is available for any aspect of care that is not within the realms of the post holder's capabilities / responsibilities.
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
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 25/09/2025
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.