Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team at the Neuro Rehabilitation Unit based at Neath Port Talbot Hospital. The Neuro Rehabilitation unit provides specialist care to the patients who have complex neurological and neuro rehabilitation needs. The registered nurse will be a key member of the Multi-disciplinary team. The postholder will provide direct nursing care to patients. Ensuring the highest standards are maintained, that practice is evidence based. They will supervise, support and delegate work appropriately to health care support workers and student nurses. They will advocate for patients and their relatives.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidenced-based nursing care, working collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and be a kind and compassionate nurse. Assist in the management and organisation of their clinical area and participating in the education, development and supervision of other staff members.

Promote excellence and improve standards of nursing care by being involved in audit within the clinical area e.g. infection control audits.

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

Working for our organisation

We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. 

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.

You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.

There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.

Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.

If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.