Job Description

Are you a dynamic, energetic nurse who thrives on working within a diverse and challenging environment?



If so you might be the person we are looking for . .



An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic ward manager to join our dedicated team at Llandrindod Wells Memorial Hospital.



You will need skills to provide excellent clinical and managerial leadership to the ward team, working closely with the multi-disciplinary team, primary care team, patients, carer's and families to deliver a high quality service.



You will need to be highly motivated, passionate about patient care and able to develop and inspire your team members. The team takes pride in delivering excellent care and is looking for a manager who will drive forward their ambition of continually improving standards of care. Our patients have told us they are looking for a ward manager who will continually improve their inpatient experience and will speak out to ensure they achieve the best outcome at discharge.



This could be an exciting development opportunity for an experienced nurse to further develop their leadership skills in a Community Hospital setting.



We are keen to support staff in their development and work as a close Multi Professional Team to achieve our goals for patients. If you are motivated and seeking a challenge we are looking forward to meeting you.



The Ward Manager will lead a team of Registered Nurses and Health Care Support Workers in their deployment in the delivery of clinically effective

nursing care. The post holder will be responsible for the pro-active case

management of patients as part of the multi-disciplinary team within their

clinical area of responsibility.



This post holder will be accountable to the Health Board (via the Nurse

Director) and the Nursing and Midwifery council (NMC) to provide safe, high quality care to patients by implementation of policies/ standards and guidance produced both national and locally, these will include from NMC, Welsh Government, Powys Teaching Health Board, and others.



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



Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.



As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.



To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ . There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.



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