Swansea Bay University Health Board

Staff Nurse

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Job summary

To work within the substance use service, delivering safe and effective care to individuals whilst consistently maintaining a therapeutic relationship based on warmth, understanding and kindness, with a strong ethos on trauma informed care.

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

Main duties of the job

To work within the substance use service, within a cohesive and established ward team.

Delivering safe and effective care to individuals whilst consistently maintaining a therapeutic relationship based on warmth, understanding and kindness, with a strong ethos on trauma informed care.

At all times promoting nursing by adhering to the NMC code of conduct.

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.

Details

Date posted

28 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£30,420 to £37,030 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

130-NMR032-0225

Job locations

Neath Port Talbot Hospital

Baglan Way

Port Talbot

SA11 7BX


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of evidenced-based nursingcare, 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/specialist area participate in the education, development, andsupervision of other staff members. Assuming all reasonable precautions for a safe and secure environment for self and others in accordance with Healthand Safety legislation reporting any areas of concern to the Nurse in Charge Promote excellence and improve standards of nursing care by being involved in audit within the clinical area e.g.infection control audits Participate in the monitoring of standards and quality of nursing care, through benchmarking, audit, and research. Participate in patient and public involvement activities, promote peoples equality, diversity, and rights.

upholding the NMC code of conduct throughout clinical practise.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of evidenced-based nursingcare, 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/specialist area participate in the education, development, andsupervision of other staff members. Assuming all reasonable precautions for a safe and secure environment for self and others in accordance with Healthand Safety legislation reporting any areas of concern to the Nurse in Charge Promote excellence and improve standards of nursing care by being involved in audit within the clinical area e.g.infection control audits Participate in the monitoring of standards and quality of nursing care, through benchmarking, audit, and research. Participate in patient and public involvement activities, promote peoples equality, diversity, and rights.

upholding the NMC code of conduct throughout clinical practise.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Demonstratable experience of promoting positive change.

Desirable

  • Experience of working within the field of substance use.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current NMC registration.
  • Must have a non-judgemental attitude and promote equality.

Desirable

  • Willingness to learn and work within a trauma informed framework
  • willingness to work in a co-productive manner within the recovery model.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Demonstratable experience of promoting positive change.

Desirable

  • Experience of working within the field of substance use.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current NMC registration.
  • Must have a non-judgemental attitude and promote equality.

Desirable

  • Willingness to learn and work within a trauma informed framework
  • willingness to work in a co-productive manner within the recovery model.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Address

Neath Port Talbot Hospital

Baglan Way

Port Talbot

SA11 7BX


Employer's website

https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Address

Neath Port Talbot Hospital

Baglan Way

Port Talbot

SA11 7BX


Employer's website

https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Manager

Dai Bennett

David.Bennett@wales.nhs.uk

01639862500

Details

Date posted

28 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£30,420 to £37,030 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

130-NMR032-0225

Job locations

Neath Port Talbot Hospital

Baglan Way

Port Talbot

SA11 7BX


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