An opportunity has arisen for a band 6 pre assessment nurse in the Wrexham Maelor Hospital. The pre-assessment team are passionate about getting it right for patients and their families. We believe that by investing in our staff that they will deliver better care to our patients and help create and contribute to a work environment that makes it safe and effective to work in.
Main duties of the job
In order to be successful in this post you will need to be an individual that is able to work autonomously, manage your own case load of patients, and work closely with other staff from all disciplines to ensure a sufficient and effective service.
You will need to be able to demonstrate that you understand the role and purpose of pre assessment and have experience of working in a pre-op environment. If you believe you are a passionate, driven and committed individual with relevant experience and are looking for a new career opportunity we would like to hear from you.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
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.
Job 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
NMC Registered Nurse or HCPC registered ODP Willingness to undergo further specialist training (Bangor University pre-assessment module. HEA-475 clinical examination module at level 6 degree).
Desirable
Mentorship course Nursing Diploma/Degree ODP diploma/degree Teaching and assessing or 998 course
Experience
Essential
Minimum 2 years experience in a relevant field or clinical area. Experience of time management
Desirable
Experience of undertaking audit work and standard setting
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
Working autonomously within agreed protocols Willingness to develop specialist clinical skills including thorough cardio-respiratory examination and detailed medical history taking Perform clinical examination incorporating inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation Perform clinical procedures e.g. spirometry, ECG, venepuncture analysis Ability to negotiate and communicate complex medical issues with all members of the multi disciplinary team referring where appropriate Ability to initiate and implement change ensuring effective service delivery
Desirable
Ability to adapt to and propose changes within the working environment Proficient in IT skills (Excel, e-mail, Word, WPAS, Radis, ICE, WCP) Welsh speaking Ability to lead and develop nurse/ODP led practice
Values
Essential
Additional demonstrable qualities that may be beneficial to the role, e.g. care, compassion, competence, communication, courage and commitment
Other
Essential
Able to work hours flexibly
Employer details
Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Wrexham Maelor Hospital Croesnewydd Road Wrexham LL13 7TD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
050-NMR045-0125
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Main duties of the job
In order to be successful in this post you will need to be an individual that is able to work autonomously, manage your own case load of patients, and work closely with other staff from all disciplines to ensure a sufficient and effective service.
You will need to be able to demonstrate that you understand the role and purpose of pre assessment and have experience of working in a pre-op environment. If you believe you are a passionate, driven and committed individual with relevant experience and are looking for a new career opportunity we would like to hear from you.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
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.
Job 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
NMC Registered Nurse or HCPC registered ODP Willingness to undergo further specialist training (Bangor University pre-assessment module. HEA-475 clinical examination module at level 6 degree).
Desirable
Mentorship course Nursing Diploma/Degree ODP diploma/degree Teaching and assessing or 998 course
Experience
Essential
Minimum 2 years experience in a relevant field or clinical area. Experience of time management
Desirable
Experience of undertaking audit work and standard setting
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
Working autonomously within agreed protocols Willingness to develop specialist clinical skills including thorough cardio-respiratory examination and detailed medical history taking Perform clinical examination incorporating inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation Perform clinical procedures e.g. spirometry, ECG, venepuncture analysis Ability to negotiate and communicate complex medical issues with all members of the multi disciplinary team referring where appropriate Ability to initiate and implement change ensuring effective service delivery
Desirable
Ability to adapt to and propose changes within the working environment Proficient in IT skills (Excel, e-mail, Word, WPAS, Radis, ICE, WCP) Welsh speaking Ability to lead and develop nurse/ODP led practice
Values
Essential
Additional demonstrable qualities that may be beneficial to the role, e.g. care, compassion, competence, communication, courage and commitment
Other
Essential
Able to work hours flexibly
Employer details
Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Wrexham Maelor Hospital Croesnewydd Road Wrexham LL13 7TD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
050-NMR045-0125
#J-18808-Ljbffr
