Neath Port Talbot PUBLISHED FRI 1 NOV 2024

Band 5: £30,420 to £37,030 a year Per annum (pro rata if part time) PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

HOLISTIC MATERNITY MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

Swansea Bay University Health Board r09YEVko

Opportunity to provide professional, holistic nursing care in various community settings, promoting patient wellbeing.

Possibility of working both full-time and part-time, accommodating different lifestyle needs and work-life balance.

Access to mentorship and professional development opportunities, encouraging continuous learning and career progression.

Ability to work in a flexible environment with varied shift patterns, allowing for adaptability and personal scheduling.

Involvement in a multi-disciplinary team, fostering collaborative practice and improved patient outcomes.

Chance to make a significant impact on the lives of patients, carers, and families through compassionate and respectful care.

Swansea Bay University Health Board is seeking Community Staff Nurses for permanent and fixed term/secondment positions to cover maternity leave, including an 18.75-hour role until June 2025. The role involves providing professional, holistic nursing care in various community settings, with a focus on delivering compassionate, respectful service. Candidates must be committed to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development.

Key responsibilities include assessing patient care needs, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, and functioning as a lone worker for task delegation, assessments, and concerns escalation. Excellent communication skills and adaptability to varying shift patterns within a 7-day service are essential. Mentorship and professional development opportunities are provided. Welsh language skills are desirable, but both English and Welsh speakers are encouraged to apply.

PERMANENT + FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT POSTS AVAILABLE TO COVER MATERNITY LEAVE.

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 various full and part time posts available, including an 18.75 hour post in Cwmtawe post until June 2025 to cover maternity leave.

We have new and exciting opportunities for the right candidates to join Swansea Bay University Health Board's Primary Care and Therapies Group.

The successful applicant will provide professional, holistic nursing care and support to patients, carers and families within a variety of community settings, delivered with compassion, dignity and respect. This post will require individuals that can deliver the highest quality care, ensuring evidence based/ best practice and has a commitment to continuous professional development. Applicants to have excellent communication skills and have a flexible and adaptable approach to changing work patterns. Variety of shift patterns over a 7 day service.We offer mentorship, working life balance and exciting professional development opportunities to meet your needs.

The successful candidates will be required to function as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, to assess individual patient's care needs and escalate concerns to the correct member of the team. Working as a lone worker responsible for carrying out the delegation of tasks, assessments and evaluations, and escalating concerns as appropriate.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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To work as a Community Staff Nurse in the UK, you will need a combination of clinical skills, interpersonal skills, and knowledge. Here are the key skills and qualifications often required:

Clinical Skills

1. Nursing Knowledge: A sound understanding of nursing principles and practices, particularly in community health.

2. Assessment Skills: Ability to assess patients' physical and mental health needs effectively.

3. Medication Management: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to administer medications safely.

4. Wound Care: Proficiency in managing and dressing wounds appropriately.

5. Chronic Disease Management: Skills for managing conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and respiratory problems.

6. Health Promotion: Ability to educate and promote healthy lifestyle choices to patients.

7. IV Therapy: Competency in administering intravenous treatments, if applicable.

8. Palliative Care: Understanding of end-of-life care and support for patients and families.

Interpersonal Skills

1. Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

2. Empathy and Compassion: Strong interpersonal skills to support patients emotionally and psychologically.

3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including doctors, social workers, and specialists.

4. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and beliefs of patients.

5. Conflict Resolution: Skills to manage and resolve conflicts or difficult situations.

Organizational Skills

1. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage a demanding workload efficiently.

2. Patient Record Keeping: Proficiency in maintaining accurate and confidential patient records.

3. Case Management: Skills in coordinating different aspects of patient care and liaising with multiple services.

Technical Skills

1. IT Proficiency: Familiarity with electronic health records and other healthcare technologies.

2. Data Analysis: Ability to interpret and analyze patient data to inform care decisions.

Education and Qualifications

1. Registered Nurse Status: You must be a registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK.

2. Specialized Training: Additional training in community nursing, wound care, palliative care, or other relevant areas can be beneficial.

3. Experience: Previous clinical experience in a healthcare setting, particularly in community or primary care, is often preferred.

Personal Qualities

1. Resilience: Ability to cope with the emotional demands of nursing and community work.

2. Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to different working environments and roles.

3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to think critically and make decisions in complex situations.

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About us 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.

About us
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.