Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a RNMH or RNLD to join our Nursing Team at Bryn Afon Specialist Residential Service. Bryn Afon SRS is an inpatient service within the Learning Disability Division in Swansea Bay UHB. As a RNMH/RNLD you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in the delivery of high-quality individualised care to persons with complex learning disabilities.
Learning Disability Services are undergoing a programme of modernisation and so this is an exciting time to join the service and be part of the modernisation journey.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable but not essential for this post.
Main duties of the job
We are looking to recruit a nurse that can demonstrate our values and welcome applications from people who share Our Values: caring for each other, working together and always improving.
If you think you can demonstrate our values, and match our success profile: -
- Show empathy and compassion towards others - a natural disposition to put yourself in someone else's shoes. Sees and treats others as individuals (patient, families, colleagues) and treats people with dignity and respect.
- Show resilience, adaptability and flexible approach as situations arise and positivity when times are tough.
- Show respect for others' views and appreciate others' inputs and encourage colleagues to display our values.
- Motivated to use initiative to recognise problems and seek solutions whilst understanding the importance of empowering and enabling others (patients, families, colleagues).
- Friendly and helpful disposition, awareness of how our own and others' behaviours impact on people's experiences and the organisation's reputation.
- Willing to seek out learning, give and accept constructive feedback and committed to continuous improvement.
For further details please contact lisa.jonathan@wales.nhs.uk
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,- look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered Nurse RNLD
- Educated to degree level
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of working in inpatient areas within a multi-disciplinary team
- Evidence of working with individuals with complex health needs and behaviours which challenge.
- Evidence of working with families and carers
Desirable
- Clinical experience in LD services
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Evidence of excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to assess clients and develop and monitor care plans.
- Evidence of presenting skills to demonstrate teaching and assessing.
- Ability to prioritise work amongst competing demands
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered Nurse RNLD
- Educated to degree level
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of working in inpatient areas within a multi-disciplinary team
- Evidence of working with individuals with complex health needs and behaviours which challenge.
- Evidence of working with families and carers
Desirable
- Clinical experience in LD services
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Evidence of excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to assess clients and develop and monitor care plans.
- Evidence of presenting skills to demonstrate teaching and assessing.
- Ability to prioritise work amongst competing demands
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).
