Senior Staff Nurse Nephrology and Transplant

We are looking for a motivated and dynamic individual to join Ward B5 Nephrology as a Band 6 senior staff nurse.

The Nephrology and Transplant Directorate includes the 20 bedded specialist Cardiff Transplant Unit on T5 and a 25 bedded nephrology ward on B5, which supports an acute dialysis service. The Directorate also includes Renal outpatients incorporating IV therapies and a dedicated dialysis unit, David Thomas Unit.

The successful candidate will be expected to support the ward manager with aspects of managerial and development work. There is also the opportunity to complete a Degree or Masters level module in Renal Nursing.

There is a wide range of clinical skills and developmental opportunities available which are supported by the Practice Development Team., This post will be based on Ward B5 Nephrology but there is the expectation that the role will support the wider directorate when required to meet service needs.

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

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.