Job summary
Cardiff and Vale UHB are pleased to be able to offer an exciting opportunity to join our forward-thinking Multidisciplinary team. We are looking for a Highly Specialist AHP or Nurse Practitioner to provide clinical leadership for our Team of Rehabilitation Coaches , within the Specialist Rehabilitation Unit at the University Hospital of Llandough.
Our Rehabilitation Coaches are an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team and as a successful candidate, you will have the opportunity to provide high quality rehabilitation to patients within the unit at UHL. We are looking for a dynamic, motivated Highly Specialist AHP or Registered Nurse who can provide decisive and effective support for this group of patients helping them to integrate back into the community . The successful applicant will need to be able to demonstrate leadership qualities, high level of communication skills and a flexible approach when working under pressure.
The MDT will provide a full induction, a comprehensive programme of in-service training, regular appraisal and opportunities for development.
You may be required to work your normal contracted hours flexibly in a variety of different working patterns in response to the needs of the service where they are placed.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will organise the day to day management of the Rehabilitation Coaches within the specialist rehabilitation area. They will plan, co-ordinate, deliver and evaluate the service provided to the Specialist Spinal and Neuro Rehabilitation Unit . They will lead professionally on profession related issues, working alongside members of the multidisciplinary team to deliver services to patients within the specialist unit. This will include patients with multi-pathology and complex needs. They will collaborate closely with key leaders/managers which will include identifying areas for service development and improvement, implementing transformational change.
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 personal 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 personal specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant Qualification in Therapies or Nursing
- HCPC or NMC Registration
- Evidence of M level learning or relevant higher-level qualification and experience
Desirable
- Masters level qualification or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience at senior level in the specialist area of Neurology.
- Experience of providing supervision
- Evidence of leadership and assisting and planning a service
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience of presenting to a range of audiences
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with healthcare professionals and the public including people with communication difficultie
- Proven leadership skills
- Personal responsibility for learning and development
Desirable
- Effective Presentation Skills
- Competent IMT
Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of Health and Safety/ clinical risk management
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Shows resilience under pressure and proactively manage own wellbeing
- Able to lead by example, and role model UHB behaviours and values
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant Qualification in Therapies or Nursing
- HCPC or NMC Registration
- Evidence of M level learning or relevant higher-level qualification and experience
Desirable
- Masters level qualification or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience at senior level in the specialist area of Neurology.
- Experience of providing supervision
- Evidence of leadership and assisting and planning a service
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience of presenting to a range of audiences
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate with healthcare professionals and the public including people with communication difficultie
- Proven leadership skills
- Personal responsibility for learning and development
Desirable
- Effective Presentation Skills
- Competent IMT
Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of Health and Safety/ clinical risk management
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Shows resilience under pressure and proactively manage own wellbeing
- Able to lead by example, and role model UHB behaviours and values
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).
