Job summary
There is an exciting opportunity for a Band 7 Sister/Charge Nurse for the Dermatology Unit at University Hospital of Wales. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the running of the unit and management of the nursing team, whilst also supporting the service clinically.
The role requires close collaboration with the MDT in the department, to ensure that a comprehensive dermatology service is delivered and continued to be developed.
Dermatology experience is highly desirable.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be responsible for the operational management of the department and responsible for the provision of nursing leadership. You will also be responsible for the management of staff including completing appraisals, rostering, recruitment, and managing a budget.
In partnership with the dermatology team you will continue to lead on and develop a seamless specialist service for dermatology patients who are being treated with phototherapy and biologic agents, and who also attend for surgical procedures. The unit also has outpatient clinics, patch testing, post operative dressings, complex wound dressings, topical therapies, specialised education sessions and other specialised treatments.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh 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 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
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
Qulaifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Registered nurse
- Degree
- Post grad qualification
- Bronze IQT
Desirable
- Recognised management qualification
- Recognised leadership qualification
- Masters qualification
- Teaching/coaching qualification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant band 6 experience
- Sound knowledge of NMC
- Evidence of managing a team
- Experience of working in an MDT
- Experience of budget management
- Experience of running a ward/clinical area
Desirable
- Experience of leading a team
- Previous band 7 experience
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Able to demonstrate awareness of professional and development issues
- Evidence of leadership skills
- Excellent communication
- Ability to delegate and prioritise work
Special knowldge
Essential
- Appropriate experience within speciality
Person Specification
Qulaifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Registered nurse
- Degree
- Post grad qualification
- Bronze IQT
Desirable
- Recognised management qualification
- Recognised leadership qualification
- Masters qualification
- Teaching/coaching qualification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant band 6 experience
- Sound knowledge of NMC
- Evidence of managing a team
- Experience of working in an MDT
- Experience of budget management
- Experience of running a ward/clinical area
Desirable
- Experience of leading a team
- Previous band 7 experience
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Able to demonstrate awareness of professional and development issues
- Evidence of leadership skills
- Excellent communication
- Ability to delegate and prioritise work
Special knowldge
Essential
- Appropriate experience within speciality
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address
Dermatology, Glamorgan House, University Hospital of Wales
Heath Park
Cardiff
CF14 4XW
Employer's website
https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
