Registered Nurse - Claerwen Ward, Llandrindod Wells Hospital

Job summary
This is a fixed-term position for 9 months due to maternity cover

We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic, forward-thinking, and patient-centred individuals to join our excellent nursing team in the Mid Locality. We are looking for nurses who are able to work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team, are caring and kind, and who wish to develop their clinical and leadership skills. We have permanent roles to offer on a part-time basis at Llandrindod Wells Hospital.

We are a motivated team committed to the care of our patients and delivering a high standard of care we can be proud of, for patients from across Powys. We look forward to hearing from nurses who have an interest in palliative care alongside rehabilitation and general medical care.

We would be happy to discuss the role requirements with you and introduce you to the ward and the team.

Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, forward-facing, patient-centred individual to join our excellent nursing team at Llandrindod Wells Hospital. We are looking for an individual who can work well as part of a multidisciplinary team, who is caring and kind and wants to develop their clinical leadership skills.

You will be expected to work as an autonomous practitioner with the support of the ward manager, senior nursing and therapy staff.

About us
Being the smallest Health 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 the Powys Teaching Health Board website. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers, but even if you don't speak any Welsh or want to develop your skills, don't worry: the health board will support you with training.

Details
Closing date: 02 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,557 to £39,631 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 9 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 070-NMR102-1026

Person Specification
Essential

• NMC Registered
• Pre-registration evidence in direct nursing care
• Experience of providing holistic nursing care
• Interest in developing nursing skills
• Ability to document details clearly and accurately
• Clear understanding of consent process
• Basic IT skills
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work under pressure
• Clear understanding of contract of care

Desirable

• Evidence of post registration study and training
• Awareness of safeguarding
• Intermediate life support
• Clear understanding of clinical governance framework
• Implement evidence-based practice
• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn
• Knowledge of incident reporting policy
• Awareness of policies

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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 Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Employer contact details
Ward Manager: Victoria Jones, Victoria.jones99@wales.nhs.uk, 01597828732

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