Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a Nurse Sonographer to manage the co-ordination of Nurses, Health Care Support Workers & Administrative staff within Pregnancy Advisory and Integrated Sexual Health services; to ensure a high-quality service is delivered across clinical sites within Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board.

The Post Holder will: work alongside the Senior Nurse, to ensure seamless care within the service provision across Cwm Taf Morgannwg, and will be a Clinical Nurse Specialist providing leadership for the Pregnancy Advisory service and Integrated Sexual Health Service alongside / in the absence of the Lead nurse, and will perform obstetric & gynaecology ultrasound scans in accordance with the protocols and guidelines set out by the R.C.O.G, BMUS and Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB.

Main duties of the job
Post holder will:

• Independently carry out assessments, counselling, ultrasound examinations and provide diagnostic reports for women accessing the TOP service, and maintain associated records.
• Undertake duties within the extended role of the nurse/midwife which will include providing leadership and direction to ward/departmental staff in monitoring, planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised care.
• Participate in the training and education of staff from all disciplines including medical staff, nurses, midwives and students working within the directorate.
• Have responsibility for the running of the TOP services alongside the lead nurse, maintaining a high standard of care in all settings and will be responsible for the safe and smooth running of the Integrated Sexual/Women's health clinics ensuring effective and efficient use of both staff and non-staff resources.
• Must be able to independently undertake a range of specialised gynaecological and early pregnancy ultrasound examinations.
• Use analytical and judgemental skills to provide interpretation of ultrasound images in order to provide independent written examination reports.
• Work within established quality standards of practice, adhering to Ultrasound Guidelines such as BMUS< RCOG and NICE guidelines for clinical excellence.

About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Job responsibilities
This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If youre comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our Croeso Candidate booklet below for more information.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential

• Diploma in family planning in clinical practice, evidence of CPD in area of speciality
• Educated to masters level
• Achieved post graduate masters USS course

Desirable

• Knowledge & understanding of local & national policies & guidelines
• Qualified to fit implants & coils
• Non Medial prescribing qualification

Experience
Essential

• In-depth/extensive experience of working within relevant clinical setting
• Experience in more than one specialty in the field of Sexual Health

Attributes
Essential

• Significant experience in relevant clinical area
• Good Management Skills

Desirable

• IT Skills: knowledge of relevant USS reporting packages
• Good communication / interpersonal skills
• Team working / independent working

Other
Essential

• Enthusiastic/ Motivated / Able to manage time effectively
• Ability to work under pressure
• Reliable and flexible to meet service needs

Desirable

• Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).