Job Description

Be responsible for the management a group of patients, and occasionally take charge of the Unit, and its resources for the duration of their duty. Be responsible for maintaining high standards of patient care. Be responsible for ensuring that all policies and procedures are adhered to. Be responsible for the support and supervision of junior staff. Be responsible for maintaining accurate, current, comprehensive and concise records concerning the condition of the client, in accordance with NMC Standards for Record & Record Keeping and the UHB's Patient Record Policy. Liaise with the appropriate Clinical Specialists i.e. Doctors, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Clinical Nurse Specialists, in relation to individual patient requirements and planned programmes of care. Undertake the assessment, planning, delivery, evaluation and updating of individual plans of care Undertake venepuncture procedures following appropriate training, and on completion of competencies. Undertake ECG procedure following a period of training, reporting abnormalities to the medical team. Plan own day to day workload within the area of responsibility, prioritising and re-prioritising tasks as necessary. Plan programmes of care for individual patients/clients, in conjunction with other registered nurses. Enable patients to maintain their personal hygiene through assistance with using the shower/bath, washing facilities, access and use toilet facilities, collecting and disposing of bodily waste. Ensure patients are fully prepared for procedures. Be responsible for storage, administration and recording of drugs, in accordance with the UHB Policies and Procedures. Act as a mentor for student nurses and support multi-disciplinary team visitors to the Unit. Ensure that practice is in line with, and reflects the requirement of the NMC Code, and is based on evidence-based practice. Be expected to participate in audit, supporting and implementing any necessary changes in relation to patient care. Participate in the UHB Nurse Induction Programme.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.



Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.



CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.



Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:



We listen, learn, and improve We treat everyone with respect We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.



At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.



The post holder will be required to work within clearly defined occupational policies, as part of the nursing team in the Cardiac Monitoring Unit in the Royal Glamorgan Hospital. There will be opportunity to rotate to the Cardiac Day Unit /Catheter Lab to support personal and service development.



They will carry out a range of assigned tasks to Cardiac patients involving direct and indirect care for the benefit of the patient in accordance with agreed protocols. The range of assigned tasks will be carried out with the highest standard to support and enable qualified staff to provide patient care, which reflects the quality of standards and mission of Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB.



The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that all policies and procedures are observed, and meet Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB requirements, as well as NMC Standards and Codes of Conduct.



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

Welsh Skills Desirable:

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health.