Registered Nurse - Ward A

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Registered Nurse to join our team on Ward A Neath Port Talbot Hospital.

The successful candidate will work within the nursing team which is a 12 bedded Breast Care and Urology Ward. The post holder will be required to work as part of the current seven day service, which includes bank holidays, weekends and nights. A variety of full time and part time posts are available.

Ward A offers a friendly and dynamic working environment and has a strong work ethic of working together for best outcomes for our patients and delivering high quality care.

Previous surgical nursing experience is advantageous but not essential and the post is open to experienced nurses and newly qualified staff nurses alike. We offer a supportive preceptorship programme and work closely with the clinical practice development team to provide ongoing study and training opportunities to complement the clinical environment and enhance your skills.

We are looking for individuals with good clinical interpersonal and communication skills, who are willing and able to adapt to change and to work individually within their level of competence.

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

Main duties of the job

The post holder is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidenced-based nursing care, working collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.

Assist in the management and organisation of their clinical area and participating in the education, development and supervision of other staff members.

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About us

We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career 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.

You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.

There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.

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 benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.