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Job summary

Main area
Nursing
Grade
Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 30 hours per week
Job ref
050-NMR786-1125
Employer
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
Ysbyty Brenhinol Alex
Town
Rhyl
Salary
£48,527 - £55,532 per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
08/12/2025 23:59

Employer heading

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board logo

Continence Nurse Specialist

Band 7

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

 

 

Job overview

BCUHB are looking to recruit a Band 7 Continence Advisor to join our current Continence Team within in Conwy and Denbighshire (Central Area). We are committed to ensuring we meet the direct needs of our local Communities, maintaining individual’s independence and improving their quality of life. The post supports the delivery of safe and effective services for patients with bladder and or bowel dysfunction. Focusing on assessment, management, and treatment to improve patient outcomes, requiring strong leadership to mentor staff and ensure high-quality care. The post is suitable for an experienced Community Staff Nurse or Acute Nurse with Urology / Colorectal care experience, wishing to develop their skills, knowledge and competencies in managing patients with Continence Care needs in a community setting. We would be looking for someone with excellent communication, leadership skills and someone who would enjoy the challenge of further developing our current services. In return we will offer you excellent career prospects and a commitment to your continuity of professional development.

Main duties of the job

The post supports the delivery of safe and effective services for patients with bladder and or bowel dysfunction. Focusing on assessment, management, and treatment to improve patient outcomes, requiring strong leadership to mentor staff and ensure high-quality care. The post is suitable for an experienced Community Staff Nurse or Acute Nurse with Urology / Colorectal care experience, wishing to develop their skills, knowledge and competencies in managing patients with Continence Care needs in a community setting. In return we will offer you excellent career prospects and a commitment to your continuity of professional development.

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

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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 and/or knowledge

Essential criteria
  • NMC Registered first level Nurse or equivalent
  • Up to date knowledge of clinical and professional issues
  • Substantial experience and within a senior position
  • Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development
Desirable criteria
  • Independent Nurse Prescribing or prepared to work towards
  • Master’s Degree in Nursing Leadership or prepared to work towards

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience of Teaching
  • Ability to lead and influence change
  • Evidence of leading and managing change and service improvement
Desirable criteria
  • Experience of working in continence care
  • Ability to speak Welsh

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential criteria
  • Ability to make clinical decisions independently
  • Ability to prioritise effectively
  • Possess excellent and effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
  • Evidence of effective team working as well as working autonomously

Other

Essential criteria
  • Ability to travel within the geographical area

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

Apply online now

Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Katie Davies
Job title
Continence Matron
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
03000 855981