Registered Nurse Tudno Ward

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.

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, are innovative and dynamic with a keen sense of team working and eager to learn. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of care within the ward 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.

Clinical Responsibilities:

1.1 To assess, implement and evaluate individualized patient care needs of those patients within any area of the Day Surgery unit utilizing research findings as appropriate.

1.2 To establish a close working relationship with colleagues and other staff working in the unit, including 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.

• NMC Registration/Working towards
• Ability to document clearly
• Nursing experience
• Awareness of policy and incident reporting
• Desire to learn new skills and willingness to work in all areas of the unit
• Flexible and adaptable to change.
• Ability to deal with stressful situations
• Aware of developments within Day Surgery and the profession

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.