Job summary
Staff Nurse, Stroke Unit, Royal Glamorgan Hospital
We are looking for dynamic, forward thinking and committed nurses to join our dedicated teams within our CTM-wide Stroke Unit.
The successful candidates will have excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering high quality person centred care.
We have fantastic opportunities for you to develop your clinical skills and knowledge in an environment which is conducive to learning and development.
Main duties of the job
We are currently a 50 bedded unit based in the Royal Glamorgan Hospital.
Staff are committed to your ongoing professional development and you will benefit from preceptorship and the support of an experienced and enthusiastic multi-professional team, committed to the delivery of excellent patient care.
We are looking for dynamic, forward thinking and committed nurses to join our dedicated teams within our stroke unit where we specialise in acute and rehabilitation stroke care.
The successful candidates will have excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering high quality person centred care. We have fantastic opportunities for you to develop your clinical skills and knowledge in an environment which is conducive to learning.
We provide all new staff with an induction period, a 'buddy' nurse and the opportunity to join our Clinical Supervision programme. We welcome and encourage all enquiries and applications for both full and part time positions.
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
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.
The Health Board currently operate a number of different shift systems. The most common are a 12.5 hour shift, inclusive of either one 30 minute or two 30-minute unpaid breaks. These shift patterns are subject to review and the Health Board reserves the right to change working arrangements. CTM is a Health Board committed to meaningful consultation with staff and to making balanced decisions that consider all aspects of our service and workforce.
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.
The Health Board currently operate a number of different shift systems. The most common are a 12.5 hour shift, inclusive of either one 30 minute or two 30-minute unpaid breaks. These shift patterns are subject to review and the Health Board reserves the right to change working arrangements. CTM is a Health Board committed to meaningful consultation with staff and to making balanced decisions that consider all aspects of our service and workforce.
Person Specification
Circumstances
Essential
- Flexibility to meet service needs.
- Amenable to change as required.
- Ability to travel to all UHB sites.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Enthusiastic.
- Good interpersonal skills.
Aptitude and Abilities Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to demonstrate effective verbal communication skills
- Ability to work within a team
Desirable
- Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a ward environment.
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- UK NMC Registered General Nurse
- Ability to demonstrate responsibilities under NMC Code of Conduct.
Desirable
- IV devices. IV additives.
Person Specification
Circumstances
Essential
- Flexibility to meet service needs.
- Amenable to change as required.
- Ability to travel to all UHB sites.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Enthusiastic.
- Good interpersonal skills.
Aptitude and Abilities Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to demonstrate effective verbal communication skills
- Ability to work within a team
Desirable
- Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a ward environment.
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- UK NMC Registered General Nurse
- Ability to demonstrate responsibilities under NMC Code of Conduct.
Desirable
- IV devices. IV additives.
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).
