Nursing Support Worker (Ward 8 / CCU)

We are looking for motivated and dynamic Nursing Support Workers to join our dedicated Ward 8/CCU team in Withybush General Hospital, Haverfordwest., There is an opportunity to learn new skills and gain further experience in caring for acutely unwell patients while developing professionally within a positive and challenging environment. This role will require you to undertake delegated clinical observations and to communicate effectively. Main Duties include: Assist patients with personal care (washing, dressing, feeding, mobility). Monitor and record observations (e.g. BP, pulse, oxygen levels, NEWS2). Support patients with oxygen therapy and respiratory care (as trained). Assist with basic clinical tasks (ECGs, blood sugars, specimen collection). Recognise and report any changes or deterioration. Maintain patient dignity, comfort, and safety. Support infection prevention and ward cleanliness. Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges. The unit operates a variety of shift patterns to suit service requirements including days/night rotation.

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

Hywel 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