Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Children's Emergency Unit at Morriston Hospital. We are looking for enthusiastic paediatric nurses to join our busy department to support the opening of our dedicated paediatric resuscitation area.Successful applicants will be based in CEU and work with children and young people attending with a variety of medical, surgical and trauma presentations. You will also have the opportunity to rotate into our main resuscitation areas to develop critical care skills. We will provide you with emergency nursing competencies and involve you in our extensive education opportunities.Ideal applicants would have at least six months post registration experience and be Registered Children's Nurses. Full or part time hours available.
Main duties of the job
Our band 5 nurses value the provision of dignified and compassionate care and rely on a supportive and team spirited environment in which to work. They are dedicated individuals who demonstrate daily a willingness to learn and develop themselves and others for the benefit of our patients. This creates a progressive, supportive and knowledgeable department which thrives on the unpredictability and fast pace of emergency medicine.You will provide emergency care to children of all ages - this will include performing nursing assessments of patients consistent with their age and condition, including physical, psychological, social, developmental, and educational factors. You will gain experience of resuscitating critically unwell children and arranging their safe transfer to ongoing care. You will be involved in all aspects of safeguarding children and families and gain in depth experience in these processes. You will also care for children with all types of medical and surgical problems and a variety of minor injuries and illnesses.We are looking for nurses who enjoy working in a dynamic and ever changing environment, who can adapt and respond to their patient's needs and become part of our close knit and fun team. We can't promise it will always be easy but we promise it will never be boring!
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 doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CommunicationEnsure that effective communication is established and maintained with patients and carers/relatives, taking accurate message information on the phone or from seniors, relaying all environmental and patient information to the nurse in charge and remain polite and courteous at all times.Communicate complex and sensitive information to patients/families, including patients with special needs/learning disabilities or other barriers to communication.Escalate to a more senior level circumstances/situations that may be detrimental to the well-being of patients or colleagues.Support, advice and information to carers / relatives. Encourage participation of carers in the planning of care and work in a manner which will engender trust and co-operation, thereby enhancing patient carePlanning and DesignEnsure that the patient is safely prepared for and escorted to/from investigations.Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.Improvement, Monitoring, Policy/Service DevelopmentAdhere to Health Board Policies and Procedures.Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and clinical guidelines for self and others.ClinicalAssess the patients nursing needs, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in order to ensure the delivery of effective patient care.assist in the provision of care and treatment to meet peoples physical, psychological, social, mental, and spiritual care needs.assist the individual to maintain and improve their health, independence, and recovery; within the clinical and / or community setting.
Promote the health of individuals by implementing activities and groups that enhance their psychological, social, and spiritual needs by helping them to gain new skills that will promote self-direction and social inclusion as appropriate to area of practiceEnsure the principles set out in the Fundamentals of Care are incorporated into daily practice to ensure a high-quality service for the patients and clients.Ensure that patients and carers/relatives are involved in the planning and delivery of care.Ensure patient needs are met by working collaboratively with other professionals and agencies, especially in relation to ongoing care needs.Assess patients suitability for discharge following medical review and instigate discharge planning arrangements. Liaise with multidisciplinary teams as appropriate to assist in complex discharge planning.Administer medication e.g. intramuscular/subcutaneous medications, etc ensuring that procedures are compliant with Health Board Policy.Carry out procedures in relation to care of patients e.g. catheterisation, removal of sutures, aseptic technique etc as required Participate in the responsibility to maintain a clean environment and ensure all members of staff follow cleaning responsibilitiesDevelop own skills and knowledge and contribute to development of others.Ensure own compliance with regard to mandatory training and PREP requirements.Develop own skills and knowledge as outlines in the knowledge and skills framework and personal development plan as agreed in an annual professional development review and maintain a professional portfolio.(dependent on level of experience) to take charge of a group of patients/clients with the guidance and supervision of the person with continuing responsibility/Nurse in charge.Co-ordinate the work of non-registered staff and registered staff (depending on level of experience) in the delivery of nursingcare.Supervise non-registered members and registered staff (depending on the level of experience) of the nursing team and participate in their education and development.Participate in service development by contributing to the development of team, through unit/department meetings.Limiting ones actions to those which you feel competent to undertake and maintain active status on NMC Register.Act in accordance with NMC Code of Conduct and guiding documents within area of practice, maintain up to date skills and knowledge and maintain awareness of professional issues.Ensure that all Health Board Mandatory Training is maintainedFinance and BudgetParticipate in the effective and efficient use of physical and financial resources.Digital and InformationMaintain confidentiality with sensitive information i.e. staffing, financial and patient issues.Record patients property ensuring that procedures are compliant with Health Board Policies and protocols and maintain patients nursing records to ensure information is accurate and up to dateResearch Development. Evaluation & AuditUse evidence-based practice in nursing interventions by keeping self-updated in line with NMC PREP requirements.Take a proactive role in the management of risk. i.e. risk assessments, reporting incidents and near misses
Job description
Job responsibilities
CommunicationEnsure that effective communication is established and maintained with patients and carers/relatives, taking accurate message information on the phone or from seniors, relaying all environmental and patient information to the nurse in charge and remain polite and courteous at all times.Communicate complex and sensitive information to patients/families, including patients with special needs/learning disabilities or other barriers to communication.Escalate to a more senior level circumstances/situations that may be detrimental to the well-being of patients or colleagues.Support, advice and information to carers / relatives. Encourage participation of carers in the planning of care and work in a manner which will engender trust and co-operation, thereby enhancing patient carePlanning and DesignEnsure that the patient is safely prepared for and escorted to/from investigations.Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.Improvement, Monitoring, Policy/Service DevelopmentAdhere to Health Board Policies and Procedures.Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and clinical guidelines for self and others.ClinicalAssess the patients nursing needs, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in order to ensure the delivery of effective patient care.assist in the provision of care and treatment to meet peoples physical, psychological, social, mental, and spiritual care needs.assist the individual to maintain and improve their health, independence, and recovery; within the clinical and / or community setting.
Promote the health of individuals by implementing activities and groups that enhance their psychological, social, and spiritual needs by helping them to gain new skills that will promote self-direction and social inclusion as appropriate to area of practiceEnsure the principles set out in the Fundamentals of Care are incorporated into daily practice to ensure a high-quality service for the patients and clients.Ensure that patients and carers/relatives are involved in the planning and delivery of care.Ensure patient needs are met by working collaboratively with other professionals and agencies, especially in relation to ongoing care needs.Assess patients suitability for discharge following medical review and instigate discharge planning arrangements. Liaise with multidisciplinary teams as appropriate to assist in complex discharge planning.Administer medication e.g. intramuscular/subcutaneous medications, etc ensuring that procedures are compliant with Health Board Policy.Carry out procedures in relation to care of patients e.g. catheterisation, removal of sutures, aseptic technique etc as required Participate in the responsibility to maintain a clean environment and ensure all members of staff follow cleaning responsibilitiesDevelop own skills and knowledge and contribute to development of others.Ensure own compliance with regard to mandatory training and PREP requirements.Develop own skills and knowledge as outlines in the knowledge and skills framework and personal development plan as agreed in an annual professional development review and maintain a professional portfolio.(dependent on level of experience) to take charge of a group of patients/clients with the guidance and supervision of the person with continuing responsibility/Nurse in charge.Co-ordinate the work of non-registered staff and registered staff (depending on level of experience) in the delivery of nursingcare.Supervise non-registered members and registered staff (depending on the level of experience) of the nursing team and participate in their education and development.Participate in service development by contributing to the development of team, through unit/department meetings.Limiting ones actions to those which you feel competent to undertake and maintain active status on NMC Register.Act in accordance with NMC Code of Conduct and guiding documents within area of practice, maintain up to date skills and knowledge and maintain awareness of professional issues.Ensure that all Health Board Mandatory Training is maintainedFinance and BudgetParticipate in the effective and efficient use of physical and financial resources.Digital and InformationMaintain confidentiality with sensitive information i.e. staffing, financial and patient issues.Record patients property ensuring that procedures are compliant with Health Board Policies and protocols and maintain patients nursing records to ensure information is accurate and up to dateResearch Development. Evaluation & AuditUse evidence-based practice in nursing interventions by keeping self-updated in line with NMC PREP requirements.Take a proactive role in the management of risk. i.e. risk assessments, reporting incidents and near misses
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- NMC registered Nurse
- Clear understanding of consent process
Desirable
- Evidence of post registration study and training, E.G POVA
- Child/Adult Protection
- Intermediate Life Support if required in clinical setting
Essential Experience
Essential
- Pre-registration evidence in direct nursing care
- Experience of providing holistic nursing care
- Interest in developing nursing skills
Desirable
- Clear understanding of clinical governance framework
- Implement evidence-based practice
Essential Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Able to demonstrate situations where effective leadership and management skills have been used
- Be able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others, or: Evidence of undertaking presentation to groups.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Clear understanding of contract of care
- Ability to document details clearly and accurately and have IT skills
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Other Essential Criteria
Essential
- Ability to travel within geographical area
- Able to work hours flexibly
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- NMC registered Nurse
- Clear understanding of consent process
Desirable
- Evidence of post registration study and training, E.G POVA
- Child/Adult Protection
- Intermediate Life Support if required in clinical setting
Essential Experience
Essential
- Pre-registration evidence in direct nursing care
- Experience of providing holistic nursing care
- Interest in developing nursing skills
Desirable
- Clear understanding of clinical governance framework
- Implement evidence-based practice
Essential Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Able to demonstrate situations where effective leadership and management skills have been used
- Be able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others, or: Evidence of undertaking presentation to groups.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Clear understanding of contract of care
- Ability to document details clearly and accurately and have IT skills
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Other Essential Criteria
Essential
- Ability to travel within geographical area
- Able to work hours flexibly
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).
