Job summary
Hywel Dda University Health Board would like to offer you an exciting opportunity to join our Paediatric Outpatient Department at our Withybush General Hospital site.
This is a permanent post. Full or part time hours are available.
We are seeking a proactive, enthusiastic NMC Registered Children's Nurse to join our friendly, supportive and experienced team working with children, young people and their families in our Paediatric Outpatient Department.
The post holder is expected to independently manage their own work and case load.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is expected to independently manage their own work and case load within the paediatric outpatient department.
Managing day to day flow of the outpatient department. Accountable for the smooth running of the Paediatric Outpatients department, carrying out direct patient care and general duties.
Work as part of a Multi-disciplinary team in the Paediatric Outpatients Department.
Team leading when nurse in charge and problem solving.
Manage the Paediatric Outpatient department under the delegation of the Senior Charge Nurse.
Leading the HCSW team in development, practice and general skills for the department.
Ensuring health and safety standards are being adhered to
Overseeing the running of clinics and being visible to assist where needed.
Essential to the post is phlebotomy skills and willing to learn skin prick testing for allergy patients, facilitating nurse led procedures and nurse led clinics.
To ensure within their role a holistic approach to the patient, one which ensures family centred care and delivery of Hywel Dda University Health Board's core values.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for the this post. Welsh and or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Interviews to be held on 28/08/2025
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Interviews will be held on The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for the this post. Welsh and or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Interviews to be held on 28/08/2025
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Interviews will be held on The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Current NMC registration
- Registered Nurse for Children (RNC)
- Evidence of continuing professional development, statutory and mandatory training
- Awareness of health Board policies and procedures
- Able to relate theory to practice
Desirable
- Degree in nursing
- Awareness of clinical governance
- Evidence of post registration study and training, e.g. Child Protection, urine analysis, BM monitoring, venepuncture
- Intermediate Paediatric Life Support
Experience
Desirable
- Relevant experience with speciality
- Clear understanding of clinical governance framework
- Experience of working in an outpatient environment
Language Skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Current NMC registration
- Registered Nurse for Children (RNC)
- Evidence of continuing professional development, statutory and mandatory training
- Awareness of health Board policies and procedures
- Able to relate theory to practice
Desirable
- Degree in nursing
- Awareness of clinical governance
- Evidence of post registration study and training, e.g. Child Protection, urine analysis, BM monitoring, venepuncture
- Intermediate Paediatric Life Support
Experience
Desirable
- Relevant experience with speciality
- Clear understanding of clinical governance framework
- Experience of working in an outpatient environment
Language Skills
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).
