Ward Sister/Charge Nurse Acute Care Mental Health

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  • Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire
  • £39,263-47,280 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Ward Sister/Charge Nurse Band 6, on Morlais Ward, based at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen. Morlais Ward is a 9 bedded acute adult mental health inpatient ward with allocated CAMHS inpatient provision.We are looking for a flexible, highly motivated and enthusiastic person to join our team. Our team aims to provide excellent, person-centred care in an environment where learning and reflective practice are encouraged and fostered.The successful candidate will be responsible for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care without supervision and to teach and develop other nursing and non nursing staff. This will involve the regular supervision and appraisal of staff nurses and undertaking a clinical lead on the unit in support of the Ward Manager.Main duties of the jobOutstanding communication, leadership and documentation skills will be essential for this challenging yet rewarding role. In return support, training and regular supervision will be given.The post holder will be expected to take charge in the absence of the Ward Manager who has overall continuing responsibility.If you have the skills, experience and motivation to be part of our fantastic team then this may be the job for you.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.Interviews to be held on 23/9/2025About usHywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.Our services are provided in:
  • Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
  • Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
  • Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
  • 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
  • Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
DetailsDate posted01 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary£39,263 to £47,280 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number100-NMR267-0925Job locationsGlangwili General HospitalDolgwili RoadCarmarthenSA31 2AFJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.Person SpecificationQualifications and KnoweldgeEssential
  • Current NMC Registration
  • Specialist knowledge within the field of clinical skills gained through theoretical and practical training and experience to postgraduate diploma level
  • Sound knowledge of clinical issues within area of practice
  • Must be able to work safely and demonstrate understanding of Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
  • Maintains high standards in the workplace as directed by policies and procedures including sickness
  • Knowledge of clinical supervision and aware of clinical effectiveness in work area
Desirable
  • WNB 998/Practice Teacher Award and assessing or equivalent
  • HCR-20 Training
  • Specialist knowledge within relevant specialist field obtained through advanced post registration specialist training
  • Have understanding and knowledge of local area and facilities within area that clients may access
ExperienceEssential
  • Experience of working with people who have complex mental health needs and who may present challenging behaviours/ risk of violence to others
  • Experience on ongoing professional development and must be willing to undertake identified local courses/ study days and mandatory training
Language SkillsDesirable
  • Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
Person SpecificationQualifications and KnoweldgeEssential
  • Current NMC Registration
  • Specialist knowledge within the field of clinical skills gained through theoretical and practical training and experience to postgraduate diploma level
  • Sound knowledge of clinical issues within area of practice
  • Must be able to work safely and demonstrate understanding of Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
  • Maintains high standards in the workplace as directed by policies and procedures including sickness
  • Knowledge of clinical supervision and aware of clinical effectiveness in work area
Desirable
  • WNB 998/Practice Teacher Award and assessing or equivalent
  • HCR-20 Training
  • Specialist knowledge within relevant specialist field obtained through advanced post registration specialist training
  • Have understanding and knowledge of local area and facilities within area that clients may access
ExperienceEssential
  • Experience of working with people who have complex mental health needs and who may present challenging behaviours/ risk of violence to others
  • Experience on ongoing professional development and must be willing to undertake identified local courses/ study days and mandatory training
Language SkillsDesirable
  • Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

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