Job summary
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 Registered Learning Disability or Mental Health Nurse.
Rowan House offers a dynamic and challenging work environment, supporting adults with Learning Disabilities who present with behaviours which can challenge. We aim to provide a high quality, person centred approach based on the Positive Behaviour Support model of care.
Main duties of the job
The Registered Nurse will have experience of working with people with learning disabilities, mental health issues and a forensic history.
We provide specialist care for people with learning disabilities as part of Swansea Bay University Health Board's Mental Health and Learning Disability Delivery Unit.
The successful candidate will be required to work as part of a seven-day service, which includes weekend, nights and bank holidays.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant 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 ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand 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 thatour 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post is open to all nurses currently holding registration with the NMC, including newly qualified staff nurses. We offer a supportive preceptorship program for all newly qualified nurses.
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.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
1. NMC registered
2. Registered Nurse ( MH or LD)
3. Clear understanding of consent process
Desirable
4. Evidence of post registration study and training,
5. POVA
6. Child/Adult Protection
7. Intermediate Life Support if required in clinical setting
Experience
Essential
8. Pre-registration evidence in direct nursing care
9. Experience of providing holistic nursing care
10. Interest in developing nursing skills
Desirable
11. Clear understanding of clinical governance framework
12. Implement evidence-based practice
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
13. Adhere to and can demonstrate SBU Values & Behaviours
14. Able to demonstrate situations where effective leadership and management skills have been used, or
15. Be able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others, or: Evidence of undertaking presentation to groups.
16. Ability to work under pressure
17. Clear understanding of contract of care
18. Ability to document details clearly and accurately and have IT skills
Desirable
19. Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Other
Essential
20. Ability to travel within geographical area.
21. Able to work hours flexibly
22. Satisfactory Enhanced DBS clearance