Job summary
To provide a fully integrated nursing service in the Acute and Community sectors, working in partnership to provide a high quality sustainable service for Neonates and their carers within Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board.
The Post Holder will be required to ensure the highest standard of specialist patient care, which reflects the quality of standards and mission of the Health Board, and contribute to the implementation of policies and procedures within the sphere of responsibility.
The Post Holder will be required to carry out a range of assigned tasks involving direct and indirect care for the benefit of babies and their carers' in accordance with agreed protocols.
Main duties of the job
Welsh Skills Desirable:This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Thisdoesn'tmean essential;whilst the candidatedoesn'tneed to have skills in Welsh,we'llconsider it an advantage when short-listingand selectingcandidates.Thisisn'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.For more information, see 'Welsh Language Guidance' inthedocuments right at the bottom.
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 neonatal nurse to join our team. Based on the Special Care Baby Unit at Princess of Wales Hospital the successful candidates will have the opportunity to work in the speciality of neonates as part of the nursing team.
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.
To act as the deputy to the ward manager regularly taking charge of the department, under instruction from the ward manager, and ensuring that the standards and quality of care given to Neonates together with the environment, in which the care is delivered, are maintained to a high standard.
Be an effective leader and role model to junior staff and others.
Work flexibly as a member of the ward team and in support of the ward manager to ensure standards are being maintained, evaluated and where necessary improved.
To work as a team member and supervise the Nursing Team, to deliver responsive and flexible Neonatal nursing care.
To function as an autonomous and competent practitioner in the assessment and delivery of high standards of care and treatment, acting as a key worker for families, and lead professional for the nursing team.
To work in collaboration and partnership with other agencies who deliver services to children and young people.
To support (personally and through the team) the smooth transition from the Neonatal Unit to or on the Post Natal Ward.
To provide specialist advice and education of a high quality standard which is child and family centred, and is based on assessed need which promotes social inclusion.
To professionally contribute to service performance targets, at both local and national level. To meet objectives pertaining to Neonatal Services, ensuring pathways engage families as well as identifying future service provision requirements.
To work with the Community Childrens Nursing Team in the implementation of the Framework for assessing children and families for continuing care packages, ensuring fairness and consistency.
Ensure early identification of those requiring community care and facilitate a fast-tracking process to ensure needs are met as quickly as possible.
To promote the use of advanced care plans, including end of life care pathway for those reaching the end of life.
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.
To act as the deputy to the ward manager regularly taking charge of the department, under instruction from the ward manager, and ensuring that the standards and quality of care given to Neonates together with the environment, in which the care is delivered, are maintained to a high standard.
Be an effective leader and role model to junior staff and others.
Work flexibly as a member of the ward team and in support of the ward manager to ensure standards are being maintained, evaluated and where necessary improved.
To work as a team member and supervise the Nursing Team, to deliver responsive and flexible Neonatal nursing care.
To function as an autonomous and competent practitioner in the assessment and delivery of high standards of care and treatment, acting as a key worker for families, and lead professional for the nursing team.
To work in collaboration and partnership with other agencies who deliver services to children and young people.
To support (personally and through the team) the smooth transition from the Neonatal Unit to or on the Post Natal Ward.
To provide specialist advice and education of a high quality standard which is child and family centred, and is based on assessed need which promotes social inclusion.
To professionally contribute to service performance targets, at both local and national level. To meet objectives pertaining to Neonatal Services, ensuring pathways engage families as well as identifying future service provision requirements.
To work with the Community Childrens Nursing Team in the implementation of the Framework for assessing children and families for continuing care packages, ensuring fairness and consistency.
Ensure early identification of those requiring community care and facilitate a fast-tracking process to ensure needs are met as quickly as possible.
To promote the use of advanced care plans, including end of life care pathway for those reaching the end of life.
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
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified in speciality
- NMC registered nurse
Desirable
- Practice assessor and supervisor training
- Welsh Language Skills (Level 3 and above/B2) are Desirable for this Role.
Neonatal Experience
Essential
- Current Neonatal Experience
Desirable
- Leadership and management experience
- Quality improvement experience in neonatal care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified in speciality
- NMC registered nurse
Desirable
- Practice assessor and supervisor training
- Welsh Language Skills (Level 3 and above/B2) are Desirable for this Role.
Neonatal Experience
Essential
- Current Neonatal Experience
Desirable
- Leadership and management experience
- Quality improvement experience in neonatal care
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).
