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Job overview

To  support patients with complex needs and learning disabilities on a unit  within inpatient services and providing a pathway to independence and Community living.  

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

Main duties of the job

• To assist the registered nurse in carrying out direct nursing care.
• To undertake delegated duties related to patient care that contributes to the ongoing support of patients. To include escorting patients to various destinations.
• To display empathy, understanding and the ability to relate to people with learning disabilities, or complex mental health problems.
• Ensure observation levels are consistently carried out. Obtain specimens from patients for the purpose of testing and screening where necessary.
• Contribute to maintaining the safety and security of individuals and their environment.
• To be able to assess situations, and to put in place actions/procedures to resolve them.
• To display sensitivity to the individual needs of patients and relatives.
• Maintain the confidentiality of information, acknowledge individuals personal beliefs and support them through effective communication.
• Maintain personal standards of health, safety and security.
• Trained in the use of recognised techniques for physical intervention, as relevant.
• To work within the relevant policies and procedures of the health board. To participate through discussion proposed changes to unit policies.
• Responsibility for appropriate use of unit resources, including stock maintenance.

Working for our organisation

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.