Main area Nursing Grade Band 5 Contract Fixed term: 12 months (to cover maternity leave) Hours Part time - 28.75 hours per week Job
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Employer Powys Teaching Health Board Employer type NHS Site Twymyn ward, Bro Ddyfi Community Hospital Town Machynlleth Salary £32,557 - £39,631 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 19/10/2026 23:59
Be part of a 'Healthy Caring Powys' and help us transform the way we provide health and care, so our communities can Start Well, Live Well and Age Well. Job overviewTHIS POST IS FIXED TERM FOR 12 MONTHS DUE TO MATERNITY COVER
The post holder is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidenced-based nursing care, working collaboratively and cooperatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.
Main duties of the jobWe are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, forward-facing, patient-centred individual to join our excellent nursing team at Machynlleth.
We are looking for an individual who can work well as part of a multidisciplinary team, who is caring and kind and wants to develop their clinical leadership skills. You will be expected to work as an autonomous practitioner with the support of the ward manager, senior nursing and therapies staff.
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.
Working for our organisationBeing the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well‑being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). . There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Qualifications and/or Knowledge- NMC registered
- Evidence of post registration study and training, e.g.
- Awareness of safeguarding
- Intermediate Life Support
- Experience of providing holistic nursing care
- Clear understanding of clinical governance framework
- Implement evidence-based practice
- Clear understanding of contract of care
- Ability to document details clearly and accurately
- Clear understanding of consent process
- Basic IT skills
- Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.
- Knowledge of incident reporting policy
- Awareness of Policies
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to work under pressure
As a Health Board we embrace diversity and inclusion. We offer a supportive and welcoming place to work which is free from discrimination and fair in all our working practices.
We’ll value your contribution whether you’re looking for your first job, an apprenticeship, re-entering the workforce or looking for a career change. Powys Teaching Health Board warmly welcomes all.
Interested in working with us, but haven’t found the right job opportunity yet, or you require some guidance with your application, please contact our Resourcing Team on or e-mail . We’ll be happy to have an informal chat with you.
Employer certification / accreditation badgesYou must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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