Registered Nurse

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Registered Nurse either experienced or newly qualified to apply for the Acute Stroke Unit (ASU / Bersham Ward).

The Acute Stroke Unit is a 27 bedded Unit which is designed to accommodate Strokes from admission to discharge or transfer to the rehabilitation area once deemed medically fit.

We are immensely proud to be a BCUHB Silver Accredited ward.

Additional learning opportunities are available for staff to achieve their Advanced Life Support training.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Thomas Kirby

Tel: 03000 847400

Main duties of the job

SU houses an acute level 2 admission area that facilitates the holistic care of stroke patients post cerebral thrombolytic therapy. Bersham ASU provides a complete Multi-disciplinary team approach with all relevant therapies being based within the ward template and this allows smooth transition of care and collaborative working at its very best.

The acuity of the ASU will require the Registered Nurse to receive enhanced training within their preceptor- ship period followed specialist training from the Specialist Stroke coordinators.

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

About us

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.