Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse to join our Tissue Viability team. The ideal candidate will provide advanced nursing care to patients with complex wounds, ensuring high standards of clinical practice and patient care. This role involves working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualised care plans, using evidence-based practices to promote optimal healing and patient outcomes.



x2 Part time jobs available



1 for 21 hours per week



1 for 15hours per week



Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualised care plans for patients with complex wounds.



Perform advanced wound care procedures, including debridement (after appropriate training), dressing changes, and application of specialised wound care products.



Educate patients and their families on wound care management, prevention of complications, and lifestyle modifications to support healing.



Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive, patient-centred care.



Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting care plans as necessary to achieve desired outcomes.



Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences to discuss patient care and treatment strategies.



Stay up to date with the latest research and advancements in wound care, incorporating new knowledge into clinical practice.



Engage in local quality improvement and audit initiatives and assist with the planning of local clinical governance meetings.



Provide mentorship and training to junior nursing staff and students.



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



Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.



Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together" , and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.



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.