Job Description

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 20 MONTHS DUE TO MATERNITY COVER.



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.



An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 CNS Nutritional support (CNSNS) to support nursing service on a fixed term contract to cover maternity leave.



Under the direction and supervision of the Lead and deputy Lead CNS Nutrition Support, the post holder will work as an effective member of the CNSNS and the Nutrition Support Team (NST) for the Health Board.



The essence of this post is its practical nature to provide specialist advice direct and indirect clinical care on the effective management of nutrition support. It involves clinical contact with patients (including families, formal and informal carers), Nursing, medical and professions allied to health support the Health Board in maintaining and improving nutritional care across North Wales. An integral member of the nursing team and nutrition support team (NST) in each region and across North Wales, the post holder will support the integration and maintenance of the All Wales Nutrition Pathway. Identifying areas for improvements that are associated with specialist artificial nutritional support and upholding the values of BCUHB surrounding quality and safety are key to the success of the role.



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



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.



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.