Job Overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY HYWEL DDA UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
This is a fixed term/secondment vacancy until 30/09/2026
If you are a Hywel Dda University Health Board employee and are applying for this post as a secondment, agreement for the secondment is needed from your current manager prior to application.
Junior Sister (Cadog Ward & Frailty Assessment Unit)
About the Role
We pride ourselves on having a friendly and welcoming team, both Nursing and Medical, where you never feel alone and you get the support that you need.
Main Duties
As a Junior Sister, you will play a crucial role in the delivery of high-quality care to our patients within Cadog Ward and the Frailty Assessment Unit. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient. You will provide clinical leadership and support to junior staff members, ensuring the delivery of safe and effective care. You will assist in the coordination of patient admissions, discharges, and transfers within Cadog ward and the Frailty Assessment Unit. You will collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans that promote optimal patient outcomes. You will maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in accordance with legal and professional standards.
Qualifications & Skills
Previous experience in a frailty setting preferable but not essential. Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and support junior staff. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Commitment to providing patient‑centred care and promoting dignity and respect.
Benefits & Development
Comprehensive training and development programs. A supportive and inclusive working environment where your contributions are valued and recognised within the team.
About Our Organisation
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); 99 community pharmacies
- 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Contact Details:
Hywel Dda University Health Board Recruitment Team
