There is a rewarding opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join Ty Bryngwyn Specialist Palliative care inpatient unit.
The unit consists of 4 inpatient beds caring for patients with complex symptom management during the palliative phase of their illness.
We work within a wider multidisciplinary model of care.
Main duties of the job
As a Registered Nurse within the unit you will be responsible for the nursing care of the patients and working closely with the patients' family.
This role will hone your skills in nursing specialist palliative care patients, working within a proactive model of care and aiding discharge planning principles for this patient group.
This is a 30 hour per week, permanent position.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Interviews will be held on 18/02/2025.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and its bordering counties. Our 12,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services to almost 400,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli, and Withybush General in Haverfordwest.
Five community hospitals: Amman Valley Hospital and Llandovery Hospital in Carmarthenshire, Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion, and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire.
Two integrated care centres (Aberaeron and Cardigan, Ceredigion). Community facilities, including:
48 General Practices (GP surgeries), 49 Dental Practices, 98 Community Pharmacies (chemists), 44 General Ophthalmic Practices (including eye health and low vision services), 38 sites providing mental health and learning disability services, care within your own homes.
Highly specialised and tertiary services commissioned by the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee, a joint committee representing seven health boards across Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
RGN Level 1 or 2 Current NMC Registration Relevant post basic courses and/or experience Evidence of CPD Knowledge of NMC Codes of practice Knowledge of Health Board Policies, Procedures and Guidelines Able to relate theory to practice Maintain personal & professional development
Desirable
Diploma/Degree in Nursing Certificate in Palliative Care Knowledge of topical issues in Health & Social Care Knowledge of audit
Experience
Essential
Able to demonstrate sound knowledge of rehabilitation and elderly care Statutory & mandatory training
Desirable
Experience of supervision of junior staff
Language Skills
Desirable
Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
Employer details
Employer name
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address
Ty Bryngwyn, Prince Philip Hospital
Llanelli
SA14 8QF
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
100-NMR035-0125 #J-18808-Ljbffr
The unit consists of 4 inpatient beds caring for patients with complex symptom management during the palliative phase of their illness.
We work within a wider multidisciplinary model of care.
Main duties of the job
As a Registered Nurse within the unit you will be responsible for the nursing care of the patients and working closely with the patients' family.
This role will hone your skills in nursing specialist palliative care patients, working within a proactive model of care and aiding discharge planning principles for this patient group.
This is a 30 hour per week, permanent position.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Interviews will be held on 18/02/2025.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and its bordering counties. Our 12,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services to almost 400,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli, and Withybush General in Haverfordwest.
Five community hospitals: Amman Valley Hospital and Llandovery Hospital in Carmarthenshire, Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion, and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire.
Two integrated care centres (Aberaeron and Cardigan, Ceredigion). Community facilities, including:
48 General Practices (GP surgeries), 49 Dental Practices, 98 Community Pharmacies (chemists), 44 General Ophthalmic Practices (including eye health and low vision services), 38 sites providing mental health and learning disability services, care within your own homes.
Highly specialised and tertiary services commissioned by the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee, a joint committee representing seven health boards across Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
RGN Level 1 or 2 Current NMC Registration Relevant post basic courses and/or experience Evidence of CPD Knowledge of NMC Codes of practice Knowledge of Health Board Policies, Procedures and Guidelines Able to relate theory to practice Maintain personal & professional development
Desirable
Diploma/Degree in Nursing Certificate in Palliative Care Knowledge of topical issues in Health & Social Care Knowledge of audit
Experience
Essential
Able to demonstrate sound knowledge of rehabilitation and elderly care Statutory & mandatory training
Desirable
Experience of supervision of junior staff
Language Skills
Desirable
Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
Employer details
Employer name
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address
Ty Bryngwyn, Prince Philip Hospital
Llanelli
SA14 8QF
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
100-NMR035-0125 #J-18808-Ljbffr
