Job overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD.
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR MONTHS TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.
We have exciting opportunities for a motivated and dynamic junior sister/charge nurse to join our medical team on Aran ward, Gwynedd Hospital.
Aran ward, Gwynedd Hospital is a bedded mixed ward specialising in Gastroenterology. Our patients are supported by an extremely knowledgeable team of doctors, ward nurses, specialist nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and pharmacists. We actively encourage learning and development of all staff. We are a friendly, supportive team and strive to provide the best possible care for our patients.
Main duties of the job
Aran ward is very much a work family who support each other and always go over and above for our patients. We are a friendly and approachable team who treat all patients as we wish to be treated, ensuring safety, confidentiality, dignity and respect at all times.
Teamwork is our priority, priding ourselves on providing evidence based, holistic and individualised care for our patients and their families.
We manage Ng tube placement and management, intravenous infusions, endoscopy procedures and PEG insertion, irrigation, wound management, fluid balance monitoring amongst other skills.
Our nurses are encouraged to continue to develop and progress to their full potential. With support will be able to insert and care for nasogastric tubes, shadow specialist nurses, undertake IV additives training, phlebotomy and cannulation as well developing leadership skills. all whilst developing a sound knowledge of gastroenterology management and treatment.
As a deputy ward manager you will assist in leading the team and ensuring a high standard of care for our patients.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
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 ,, 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.