Job summary Ward 6 is an acute surgical ward with specialities such as colorectal and UGI. With these specialities we have a close relationship with ITU, endoscopy, ED and theatres. These formed relationships have improved patient care and a patient's surgical journey during their admission on ward 6. Alongside gaining new found surgical experience, you will have an incredible opportunity to work within the surgical assessment unit and SSDEC, this is offered as a rotation on ward 6 to enhance distinctive assessment skills and experience. As well as the general surgical ward, the surgical admissions unit and surgical SDEC is also run on ward 6. This takes referrals from ED or GP for a surgical assessment and a plan of care. This facility has decreased the wait time for patients, which is vital for the patients physical and well-being. Our ideal candidate would be someone who will dedicate their time to patient care and their team, have the thirst for improvement and the drive to succeed. Surgical experience is desirable but not as essential due to the extensive support and guidance from the surgical nursing team. Main duties of the job The range of assigned tasks will be carried out with the highest standard to support and enable qualified staff to provide patient care, which reflects the quality of standards and mission of the University Health Board. These will include providing basic nursing care to patients under the supervision of qualified staff. Maint duties will include: providing nursing care to patients and assissting with their activities of daily living. undertake baseline observations and report any abdormalities to the qualified staff member. communicate effectively with patients, relatives and staff. report any untoward changes in patients conditions. maintain stock levels. uphold srtick infection control policies and procedures. maintain accurate and up to date written communications. maintain training and educational needs The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We live by our core values: We listen, learn and improve We treat everyone with respect We all work together as one team We are a proud local employer; around 80% of our 15000 workforce live within our region, making our staff not only our lifeblood of our organisation but of the diverse communities that we serve. Date posted 13 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,970 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 110-ACS071-0325 Job locations Prince Charles Hospital Gurnos Road Merthyr Tydfil CF47 9DT Job description 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 Job description 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 Experience Essential Experience in working in a care environment Desirable Experience in working in a hospital setting Aptitude and abilities Essential effective communication skills Desirable desire to learn new skills Person Specification Experience Essential Experience in working in a care environment Desirable Experience in working in a hospital setting Aptitude and abilities Essential effective communication skills Desirable desire to learn new skills 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). 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). Employer details Employer name Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Address Prince Charles Hospital Gurnos Road Merthyr Tydfil CF47 9DT Employer's website https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)