Generic Bladder and Bowel Service - Cardiff, United Kingdom - Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
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Cardiff, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced nurse to work with the multi-disciplinary Bladder and Bowel Service at St David's Hospital in Cardiff.


We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic and flexible nurse who has a background and passion for working with individual's bladder and bowel dysfunction.

The role will involve contributing to the comprehensive assessment, treatment, management and review of patients in clinics and the community as well as the development of protocols and pathways for patients attending the service.

You will have the opportunity to develop professionally in a rapidly evolving area where new treatment options are becoming increasingly available.

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

You will be involved in patient education in a variety of forms including nurse led clinics and home visits.

The role will also involve training other health care professionals in the management of bladder and bowel dysfunction and liaison with multi-disciplinary colleagues across specialities such as women's health and colorectal services.


You will be offered training and mentorship to achieve the competencies required for this post and will have the opportunity to attend study days and educational events.


You will be working in the community supporting patients with bladder and bowel dysfunction with a focus on proactive treatments and interventions that can improve bladder and bowel health.

The post holder will undertake nurse led clinics and home visits when necessary.

Education and sharing knowledge is essential aspect of role hence the post holder will deliver best practice in relation to bladder and bowel care to nurses in both secondary and primary care.

Supporting the district nursing teams in advisory capacity to improve individual outcomes and experiences is part of role.

This post is suitable for an experienced nurse with a passion and interest in bladder and bowel health. Personal qualities to include caring nature, ability to empathise, show compassion, problem solve and work autonomously.

Ability to travel to multiple health care sites across Cardiff and the Vale is essential for this post.


Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services.

Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer.

Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.


Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal.

As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing.

We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research.

Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.


Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions.

Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline.

Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
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