Junior Sister / Charge Nurse
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Swansea Bay University Health Board reserve the right to close this vacancy after 24 hours if a large number of suitable applications are received. Therefore we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post.
Prior consideration for this vacancy will be given to staff currently awaiting redeployment and we therefore reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any stage.
The salary scale above has been agreed as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2024/2025 and will be implemented in November 2024 backdated to 1st April 2024 where applicable.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen within Clydach Ward, Morriston Hospital. We are looking for a motivated individual to undertake a Ward Sister/Charge Nurse role .
Clydach Ward, Morriston Hospital is an elective Trauma and Orthopaedic Unit with 10 beds. The nursing team on Clydach Ward place great emphasis on effective communication with all members of the Multidisciplinary team to support patients both pre-operatively and whilst in recovery.You will be able to manage your own workload of admissions and discharges, ensuring that all patients are safely prepared for surgery, transfers and discharges.
The applicants will be expected to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and organisational skills along with clinical leadership qualities. Significant experience within ward/department management is essential at a Band 5 level or above.
The individual will need to be able to work within a team setting as well as demonstrate flexible working, be enthusiastic, motivated and eager to develop further skills and knowledge.
Main duties of the job
A 10 bedded surgical ward dedicated solely to elective orthopaedic inpatient surgery is now open at Morriston Hospital, Swansea.
Our new Elective Orthopaedic Ward (EOW), will bring together all musculoskeletal surgery helping us to treat more patient’s sooner, and free up capacity for trauma and other surgery within the surrounding areas.
The Ward consists of a Ten bedded capacity specifically designed to support our patients through their journey. It will accommodate a number of specialities and a variety of complex cases, including spine, hip, knee, & shoulder surgery.
This exciting and innovative venture is a testament to how shared objectives, dedicated staff and strong teamwork directly supports excellent patient care. We are looking for motivated staff to join us in carrying these ambitions forward.
Working for our organisation
We believe staff are our best asset and we want 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 or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and 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 that our 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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh 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 criteria- Registered Nurse
- Bachelor degree in relevant health related subject (or equivalent experience)
- Knowledge of quality and service improvement methodologies e.g. Bronze IQT
Experience
Essential criteria- Critical care / surgical / HDU / Recovery experience
- Experience of formal /informal teaching and of mentoring preregistration nursing or midwifery students.
Knowledge
Essential criteria- Shift management / leadership
Swansea Bay University Health Board is committed to supporting its staff and processes to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing service users experience. In our commitment to increase the number of staff able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
Equality remains at the centre of the Health Boards policy-making, service delivery and employment practices. We value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from people from protected groups under the Equality Act 2010, this specifically includes age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment, race, religion, disability, pregnancy and maternity and marriage and civil partnership.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and applications are welcomed from persons with disabilities. A disability will not prejudice your application. If you are unable to submit your application in the requested format because of a disability please contact the Recruitment Team, who will agree a more suitable way for you to apply.All disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification will be invited to interview.
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK.If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.