Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen within Clydach Ward, Morriston Hospital. We are looking for a motivated individual to undertake a Ward Sister/Charge Nurse role. Clydach Ward, Morriston Hospital is an elective Trauma and Orthopaedic Unit with 10 beds. The nursing team on Clydach Ward place great emphasis on effective communication with all members of the Multidisciplinary team to support patients both pre-operatively and whilst in recovery. You will be able to manage your own workload of admissions and discharges, ensuring that all patients are safely prepared for surgery, transfers and discharges. The applicants will be expected to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and organisational skills along with clinical leadership qualities. Significant experience within ward/department management is essential at a Band 5 level or above. The individual will need to be able to work within a team setting as well as demonstrate flexible working, be enthusiastic, motivated and eager to develop further skills and knowledge. Main duties of the job A 10 bedded surgical ward dedicated solely to elective orthopaedic inpatient surgery is now open at Morriston Hospital, Swansea. Our new Elective Orthopaedic Ward (EOW),will bring together all musculoskeletal surgery helping us to treat more patient's sooner, and free up capacity for trauma and other surgery within the surrounding areas. The Ward consists of a Ten bedded capacity specifically designed to support our patients through their journey. It will accommodate a number of specialities and a variety of complex cases, including spine, hip, knee, & shoulder surgery. This exciting and innovative venture is a testament to how shared objectives, dedicated staff and strong teamwork directly supports excellent patient care. We are looking for motivated staff to join us in carrying these ambitions forward. 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. Date posted 28 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 130-NMR017-0125 Job locations Morriston Hospital Heol Maes Eglwys Swansea SA6 6NL Job description Job responsibilities The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. 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. Job description Job responsibilities The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. 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 Essential Registered Nurse Bachelor degree in relevant health related subject (or equivalent experience) Knowledge of quality and service improvement methodologies e.g. Bronze IQT Experience Essential Critical care / surgical / HDU / Recovery experience Experience of formal /informal teaching and of mentoring preregistration nursing or midwifery students. Knowledge Essential Shift management / leadership Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Bachelor degree in relevant health related subject (or equivalent experience) Knowledge of quality and service improvement methodologies e.g. Bronze IQT Experience Essential Critical care / surgical / HDU / Recovery experience Experience of formal /informal teaching and of mentoring preregistration nursing or midwifery students. Knowledge Essential Shift management / leadership Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Swansea Bay University Health Board Address Morriston Hospital Heol Maes Eglwys Swansea SA6 6NL Employer's website https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)