About this role
Job summary
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Are you a compassionate and motivated Mental Health Nurse looking to make a real difference in the lives of adults? We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (Band 5) to join our acute male inpatient service, supporting adults between the ages of 18-70 with acute, complex mental health needs.
You will be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team that values Compassion, Openness and Respect. Working within the acute inpatient environment, you'll contribute to structured ward routines, build meaningful therapeutic relationships, and help ensure compassionate, patient centred care. You will be supporting individuals to achieve safe discharge back into the community. This is an excellent opportunity for both newly registered and experienced nurses looking to grow their skills and develop within a the acute mental health setting.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Maintain clear, accurate nursing records and communicate effectively with young people, families and colleagues. Participate in ward routines, therapeutic engagement and community group activities. Administer medication safely in line with Health Board policies. Respond appropriately to emergencies and contribute to maintaining a clean and safe ward environment. Use Restrictive Physical Intervention (RPI) only as a last resort and in accordance with training and policy. Work collaboratively with the MDT including contributing to reviews, care planning and safeguarding discussions. Support, supervise and guide healthcare support workers, assistant practitioners and students, depending on experience. Participate in service development, ward accreditation and effective use of resources.
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.
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
Qualifications & Knowledge Essential
oNMC registered Nurse (Mental Health)
Desirable
oEvidence of post registration study and training
Experience Essential
oPre-registration evidence in direct nursing care oExperience of providing holistic nursing care oInterest in developing nursing skills
Desirable
oClear understanding of clinical governance framework oImplement evidence based practice
Skills & Attributes Essential
oClear understanding of contract of care oAbility to document details clearly and accurately oClear understanding of consent process oBasic IT skills
Desirable
oKnowledge of incident reporting policy oAwareness of Policies Knowledge of incident reporting policy
Personal/Disposition Essential
oAbility to communicate effectively oAbility to work under pressure oSatisfactory Enhanced DBS clearance including Childrens Barred List check
Desirable
oWelsh speaker
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 Cynan Ward, Hergest Unit
Ysbyty Gwynedd
Bangor
LL57 2PW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)