Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team on ward C Orthopaedic Rehabilitation ward at Neath Port Talbot Hospital

 Ward C consists of a 32 Bedded ward that provides care for patients post Trauma Surgery where patients require further rehab following their surgery

 Combine excellent clinical practice with day to day shift coordination and undertaking leadership and management responsibilities in support of the Ward Manager.

· Continually support and work in conjunction with the Ward Manager including deputising/taking charge of the clinical area/team in the absence of the Ward Manager.

· Provide supervisory management and leadership skills in a clinical environment which is complex and pressurised.

 · Provide professional nursing leadership and guidance (in line with NMC standards), clinical advice and undertake management and monitoring activities to ensure the effective delivery of high standards of nursing care at all times

· Work alongside the nursing team members, providing support to junior colleagues in the provision of direct care.

 · Proactively contribute to the implementation of the NMC Standards for education (2018) including the standards for student supervision and assessment.

· Provide leadership and role modelling in the development and mentorship of new and other staff.

 · Demonstrate the Health Board’s values in everything that you do in the work environment.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidenced-based nursing care, working collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and be a kind and compassionate nurse.  

Assist in the management and organisation of their clinical area and participating in the education, development and supervision of other staff members.

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.