Registered Nurse - Winter Ward RGH in Newport

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This post is Fixed term/Secondment for 3 months to meet the needs of the service and support the Winter Ward at the Royal Gwent Hospital. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

We aim to deliver high-quality care within the progressive environment of care of the elderly and rehabilitation. We care for our patients 7 days a week, 24 hours a day working 12 and 6 hour shifts. We want Aneurin Bevan University Health Board to be an enjoyable and fulfilling place to work. We know that feeling valued at work has a positive impact on both staff and patients, and our Values and Behaviours Framework highlights our commitment to this.

Main duties of the job:

• To assist with the assessment, planning, delivery & evaluation of patient care.
• To provide prescribed nursing care without direct supervision.
• To contribute to the development/evaluation of nursing practice on the ward.
• To act in accordance with the NMC Professional Code of Conduct and other policies.
• To provide nursing care across all areas of health care delivery within the Monmouth locality as required by the service.

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

Working for our organisation:

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement. Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another. We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities:

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Person specification:

Knowledge: Knowledge of working on the Ward is essential. Please provide details of where you have previously worked.

Experience: The role is a mixture of Days, nights and weekends. Please give details of hours and days you can work.

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK. If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.