Main duties of the job

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our dynamic nursing team. This is a demanding role that requires commitment and a positive leadership approach towards change. You will have excellent communication skills and high clinical standards with a passion to make a difference for patients and staff alike. Managing and controlling the activities of the ward in an effective and efficient manner. Applicants will also be required to undertake Mentorship of Student Nurses and preceptorship of newly qualified nurses whilst assisting the ward sister in managing the Ward, and ensuring the very highest standards of care are being delivered.

All applicants must be a Registered Nurse, with recent experience at Band 5 and meet the Band 6 Job Description person specification. 

The successful staff member will receive induction and support. This is an exciting and fascinating opportunity for professional development and expertise in this field. 

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. 

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and Proud to Lead competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the Disability Confident Employer scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see Job specification and job description for details or for further information contact ward Manager.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

  • RGN with experience at band 5 level
  • RGN wiht experice in Acute Care setting

    • Desirable criteria

  • evidence of on gong professional development
  • evidence of leadership / change module
  • evididence of degree or working towards

    • Knowledge and experience

    Essential criteria

  • Has Good clinical knowledge of acute settign
  • clear understanding of governance issues

    • Desirable criteria

  • extended skills such as phlebotmomy and cannulation
  • evidence of carrying out audit
  • evidence of staff mangement – off duty / sickness and absence

    • 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

    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