Job summaryAdult nurseWe are seeking a newly registered nurse with a passion to make a differenceC7 (previously C6) is a medical ward providing care for general medical patients, who require assessment, evaluation and intervention via a interdisciplinary approach. Many patients come from the Assessment Unit for further investigations, procedures and treatment. We also care for patients from the high dependency / intensive care settings. C7 MDT team also provides rehabilitation and complex discharge planning for our patients.To work in our team, you'll need to demonstrate the core values as set out by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Kind and Caring, Respectful, Trust and Integrity and Personal ResponsibilityYou will be at the heart of everything we do, ensuring the patient receives the best possible care. In turn we will provide you with a friendly and supportive team as well as a full induction programme and an individual personal development plan to guide your career within your chosen roleWe champion staff in academic learning, supported by proactive educational teams throughout the UHB, enabling staff to maximise their potential in providing safe and effective careTo further assist with your development, access to rotation schemes across Medicine can be explored to suit your personal objectivesStaff will receive a supernumerary period to help you adapt to your new ward and role as a registered nurseMain duties of the jobDeliver high standards of care to patients and be responsible for a patient for which you have been allocated. Care will be in keeping with the philosophies and operational policies of the Health Board. Act in such a manner to safeguard the interest of patients in your care. Follow the nursing process of assess, plan, implement and evaluate programme of care for patients considering their physical; psychological, social and spiritual needs. To escalate concerns about a patient's condition/deterioration to the most appropriate professional. Be aware of the legal requirement concerning the prescribing, control, security and administration of medication. Ability to delegate tasks to a range of staff. Awareness of Deprivation of Liberty safeguards, Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act and the ability to raise safeguarding concerns as appropriate. Ability to completed observations of patients in your care and ability to recognise deterioration. Promote a positive image of the UHB at all times, acting as an ambassador/role model for the organisation and the nursing profession.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.About usCardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou 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 TracPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssentialRegistered NurseCurrent NMCNursing diploma/DegreeEvidence of CPDGood basic level of English language, through written and verbal skillsExperienceEssentialPrevious nursing enviromentDesirableSupervise junior staffAwareness of NHS strutureSkillsEssentialGood interpersonal skillsTeaching skillsAble to prioritise and meet deadlinesManage difficult situationsOrganise timeUse initiativeParticipate in professional developmentIT skillsAudit and researchAnalytical skillsSpecial knowledgeEssentialAbility to practice within scope of professional practiseUnderstand nursing issuewsPersonal qualitiesEssentialTeam work and work independentlyFlexible in approach to workWork under pressureEnthusiasticpositive attitude and assertivePleasant dispositionCaring naturePositive change agentDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameCardiff and Vale University Health BoardAddressUniversity Hospital of WalesCardiffCF14 4XWEmployer's websitehttps://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)