Job summary
We are looking for Band 5 registered nurses to join our fantastic team on Heulwen North- a 14 bedded Infectious Diseases and General Medical ward.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen within Integrated Medicine for nurses who have an interest in Infectious Diseases and General Medical patients.
We are seeking registered nurses to complement our existing team who are interested in consolidating their skills in general medical care as well as learning about a range of specialty areas. Excellent assessment, planning, delivery and care evaluation skills are required along with strong communication skills are essential in order to deliver the exceptional care we expect for our patients.
You will be well supported by our team of experienced nurses along with our talented multi disciplinary team to ensure that an excellent standard of care is provided and patient safety is maintained. You will work collaboratively with the team, sharing expertise and benefiting from development opportunities.
This is a wonderful career opportunity to develop your clinical skills and knowledge and gain broad experience. If you welcome change and innovation in a challenging but rewarding environment we would like to hear from you.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration
- Nursing Degree/Diploma
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a nursing environment
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Organised time management
- Able to maintain and record accurate documentation of interactions between clients, colleagues and other agencies in the appropriate legal records
- Able to use initiative
- A willingness to participate in continuing professional development
special knowledge
Essential
- Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
personal qualities
Essential
- Ability to work within a team and independently
- Flexible to meet the needs of the service
- Able to work under pressure
- Assertive and positive attitude
- Caring nature
- Positive change agent
other
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration
- Nursing Degree/Diploma
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a nursing environment
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Organised time management
- Able to maintain and record accurate documentation of interactions between clients, colleagues and other agencies in the appropriate legal records
- Able to use initiative
- A willingness to participate in continuing professional development
special knowledge
Essential
- Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct
personal qualities
Essential
- Ability to work within a team and independently
- Flexible to meet the needs of the service
- Able to work under pressure
- Assertive and positive attitude
- Caring nature
- Positive change agent
other
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
