Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Dewi at Glangwili General Hospital, Carmarthen for the appointment of Staff Nurses. Dewi Ward is a 20 bedded ward specialising in general medicine and frailty.



The ward has a fantastic supportive team, providing an environment which enables both teaching and learning and encourages personal development, working with the NMC code of conduct and hospital policies. Support can be provided through education and mentorship to build confidence for newly registered, those new to and /or returning to acute care.



Our Trust is a great choice for people who want to develop their career in an ambitious and dynamic environment; we also offer an excellent benefits package which includes onsite childcare facilities, various salary sacrifice schemes and a generous annual leave entitlement.



We are looking for highly motivated individuals to work within our dynamic working environment. You must have:



Good communication/interpersonal skills, high levels of commitment and dedication, caring attitude and the ability to work as part of a team are essential;



A desire to develop your experience and work alongside a team of staff as well as a passion for excellent patient care and outcomes;



The ability of doing things differently and challenging the status quo.



If you fit this criteria, we may have just the opportunity for you!



We welcome informal discussions with those considering an application and would actively encourage you to speak to one of our Sisters to learn more about working for us.



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 11/12/2025



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



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.