Job Description

Successfully complete a locally approved orientation programme.



To support a clinical environment that is patient and public focused. To assist patients to achieve physical spiritual and psychological comfort. To participate in the delivery of patients care and undertake clinical duties that are allocated and directly supervised by a registered nurse. Exchanges factual information with patients using persuasion, reassurance, tact, empathy; may be barriers to understanding. To share with Team Leader information relating to the patients care. o Assist with patients nutritional needs to include feeding assistance. To report any changes in a patient's condition to the nurse in charge and respond to clinical urgencies.

We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and forward thinking individual to join our well established team on AMU. If this sounds like you, then please apply!



Currently we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the Home Office's criteria. Anyone requiring a certificate of sponsorship is therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewed



To utilise customer care skills when caring for patients and relatives To maintain and protect confidential information relating to patients To assist the qualified nurse in recording and maintaining documentation To establish and maintain good working relationships with patients, relatives and members of the inter-disciplinary team. To work as a key member of the team with the patient to reach your negotiated goals Assist staff as necessary with the smooth running of their areas. To act always in accordance with ABUHB policies and procedures To ensure all accidents, incidents and complaints are reported and to assist in the investigation of them To attend and participate in ward/department/area meetings To report any concerns regarding patient care or environment to the Nurse in Charge. To be aware of Clinical Governance and act within the ABUHB Clinical Governance framework. To undertake and participate in statutory training and in service Programmes To participate in annual personal review being cognisant of service needs To have basic computer skills Speciality Specific Activities Maintenance of a clean environment and the equipment used Maintain stock levels & the putting away of delivered stores Be proficient & perform record keeping as appropriate. Recording the observations e.g., fluid balance, stool charts etc Performing BM's for Blood Glucose monitoring Assists patients with personal needs

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your speciality or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.



We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.



Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.



This job description is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities but is an outline framework.



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.



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