Band 5 Registered Nurse

Temple B'nai Abraham; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated nursing professionals for a busy surgical ward. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in diverse learning experiences while ensuring high standards of patient care. The post holder will be responsible for direct and indirect patient care, adhering to established protocols and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Join a committed team that values continuous improvement and community service, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients in your care.

Qualifications

• Must have live UK NMC registration.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of patient care.
• Support and supervise junior staff.
• Collaborate with clinical specialists on patient care plans.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Surgical experience

Interest in surgical nursing

Education

Live UK NMC registration

Job description

Job Summary

The post is for Ward 7 at Prince Charles Hospital. We are a busy surgical ward with patients mainly admitted via ED, ITU, and day surgery. Our specialization includes emergency surgery across several specialties such as colorectal, general surgery, urology, and maxillofacial. We offer diverse learning experiences and are committed to continually improving the quality of care provided to our patients.

The post holder will perform a range of tasks involving direct and indirect patient care, in accordance with established protocols. They will ensure compliance with all policies and procedures, meeting Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB requirements, as well as NMC standards and codes of conduct.

Main Duties of the Job

• Maintain high standards of patient care.
• Ensure adherence to all policies and procedures.
• Support and supervise junior staff.
• Maintain accurate, current, comprehensive, and concise patient records in line with NMC standards and UHB policies.
• Collaborate with clinical specialists such as doctors, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and clinical nurse specialists regarding patient care plans.

Desirable: Ability to speak Welsh; English and/or Welsh speakers are encouraged to apply.

About Us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of NHS Wales, serving around 450,000 people across Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We are committed to our core values: listening, learning, improving; respecting everyone; and working as one team.

Approximately 80% of our 15,000 staff live within our region, making our workforce integral to the communities we serve.

Job Details

• Date posted: 22 April 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 5
• Salary: £30,420 to £37,030 per annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 110-NMR176-0425
• Location: Ward 7, Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 9DT

Job Description & Responsibilities

Full job description and person specification are attached or accessible via the 'Apply now' link in Trac.

Person Specification

Registration: Live UK NMC registration (Essential)

Skills: Excellent communication skills (Essential)

Experience: Surgical experience (Essential); interest in surgical nursing (Desirable)

Additional Requirements

This role is subject to DBS checks, and applicants must have current UK professional registration. Applications requiring sponsorship are welcome, with further guidance available on the UK Visas and Immigration website.