Registered Nurse - Maldwyn Ward, VMH, Welshpool

1. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, forward-facing, patient-centred individual to join our excellent nursing team at Welshpool Hospital.
2. You will be expected to work as an autonomous practitioner with the support of the ward manager, senior nursing and therapies staff.
3. As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways.

We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic, forward thinking and patient-centred individuals to join our excellent nursing team in the North Locality. We are looking for nurses that are able to work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team, are caring and kind and who wish to develop their clinical and leadership skills. We have permanent roles to offer on a full time and part time basis in Welshpool Hospital.

We are a motivated team committed to the care of our patients and deliver a high standard of care we can be proud of, for patients from across Powys. We look forward to hearing from nurses that have an interest in palliative care alongside rehabilitation and general medical care. We would be happy to discuss the role requirements with you and introduce you to the ward and the team. 

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, forward-facing, patient-centred individual to join our excellent nursing team at Welshpool Hospital. We are looking for an individual who can work well as part of a multidisciplinary team, who is caring and kind and wants to develop their clinical leadership skills. You will be expected to work as an autonomous practitioner with the support of the ward manager, senior nursing and therapies staff. There are various hours and working patterns available on the ward.

Working for our organisation

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation. 

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. 

Person specification

Qualifications/Experience

Essential criteria

• NMC Registered
• Pre-registration evidence in direct nursing care
• Experience of providing hoslitic nursing care
• Interest in developing nursing skills
• Clear understanding of contract of care
• Ability to document details clearly and accurately

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of post registration study and training
• Awareness of safeguarding
• Intermediate life support
• Clear understanding of clinical governance framework
• Implement evidence-based pratice

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential criteria

• Clear understanding of consent process
• Basic IT skills
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to document details clearly and accurately
• Clear understanding of consent process

Desirable criteria

• Ability to speak Welsh
• Knowledge of incident reporting policy
• Awareness of policies