Job Description

The Clinical Informatics Nurse will assist the Health Board/Trust in the development and implementation of informatics projects, such as electronic prescribing and medicines administration (ePMA). The post holder as an experienced registered nurse/midwife will be accountable to the Health Board Informatics Lead Nurse.



The post holder will assist with decision making and support the leadership and development of the standardisation and digitalisation of nursing documentation and processes, working collaboratively across the Health Board and NHS Wales with patients, carers, partners and professionals. The aim of the digitisation programmes is to improve patient care, experience and outcomes through the development of high quality agile information, systems and technologies, applying the 'Once for Wales' principles where

relevant.



The principle objective for the post is to assist in the transformation of health service delivery, promoting new ways of working utilising information technology to improve access to clinical information and knowledge to enhance shared decision making regarding patient care. The post holder will assist the Informatics Lead Nurse in representing the organisation in setting the strategic direction and operationalisation across the health board and NHS Wales.



Key Responsibilities

Service Management :

Independently manage complex clinical and digital scenarios, support end users, and contribute to audits, surveys, and research to evaluate digital transformation impact.

Quality Assurance & Design :

Advise on data standards, interpret regulatory requirements, and assess the impact of digital systems on nursing operations and patient safety. Contribute to policy development and system testing.

Delivery :

Support the planning, implementation, and evaluation of digital nursing documentation and its integration with other systems. Collaborate with IT teams and promote system adoption.

User Engagement :

Act as a clinical resource, gather feedback from users, and facilitate workshops to inform system development and enhance patient safety.

Leadership & Communication :

Translate complex information across disciplines, represent nursing at national forums, and support communication strategies and educational sessions related to digital systems.

Finance & Resources :

Advise on digital equipment rollout, contribute to business continuity planning, and support funding bids and business case development.

Professional Development :

Deliver training programmes, evaluate their effectiveness, and demonstrate ongoing professional development in health informatics and digital programme management.



Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.



We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.



We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

Four main hospitals:

Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest

Five community hospitals:

Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire

Two integrated care centres:

Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings

47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers

Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services



THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 16 MONTHS UNTIL 31/03/2027 TO COVER SECONDMENT.



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.



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



Interviews to be held on 12/11/2025



You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.



The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.



The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.