Job summary Please note for Welsh students, you must apply via Streamlining where all available jobs can be located The Day Surgery Ward within Ysbyty Gwynedd Hospital is an exciting and dynamic unit where our care values are at the forefront of everything we do.With a vast spectrum of surgical specialities coming through the ward you will have plenty of opportunities to extend your knowledge. Study opportunities will be available to you and this includes the support of a dedicated Practice Educator based within the surgical remit.We are recruiting Band 5 surgical nurses who have initiative and good communication skills. The successful candidates will be nurses who believe that the patient experience is central to the care they deliver. We are looking for individuals who have a flexible approach to work, innovative and dynamic in outlook with a keen sense of team working and eager to learn.You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of care within theward whilst caring for a group of patients under the direction of the senior nurse. You will be expected to undertake link nurse roles that you have shown an interest in and auditing activities as delegated by the senior nurse. Main duties of the job Clinical Responsibilities: 1.1 To assess, implement and evaluate individualised patient care needs of those patients within any area of Day Surgery unit utilising research findings as appropriate. 1.2 To establish a close working relationship with colleagues and other staff working in the unit,; Ward, Recovery, Operating Theatres, Trauma, Surgical Admissions 1.3 To carry out all nursing procedures and practices as recommended by the Trust and to adhere to local policies as laid down in the Day Surgery Unit. 1.4 To maintain competency in all required areas of Day Surgery care. 1.5 To maintain legible and accurate nursing records and care plans in accordance with current practice and ensure confidentiality in record keeping. 1.6 To promote and maintain effective, up to date communication with patients, relatives, colleagues and all other members of the MDT. 1.7 To promote patients' health and education. 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. Date posted 06 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £30,420 to £37,030 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 050-NMR095-0225 Job locations Ysbyty Gwynedd Hospital Bangor LL57 2PN 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 Essential Essential NMC Registration/Working towards Ability to document clearly Desirable Nursing experience Awareness of policy and incident reporting Essential Essential Desire to learn new skills and willingness to work in all areas of the unit Flexible and adaptable to change. Desirable Ability to deal with stressful situations Aware of developments within Day Surgery and the profession Person Specification Essential Essential NMC Registration/Working towards Ability to document clearly Desirable Nursing experience Awareness of policy and incident reporting Essential Essential Desire to learn new skills and willingness to work in all areas of the unit Flexible and adaptable to change. Desirable Ability to deal with stressful situations Aware of developments within Day Surgery and the profession 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 Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Address Ysbyty Gwynedd Hospital Bangor LL57 2PN Employer's website https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)