Registered Nurse - Ophthalmology

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; Pontyclun; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is seeking an experienced Ophthalmology Nurse to join our progressive team. The post focuses on specialist ophthalmic nursing knowledge, contributing to nurse-led clinics and high standards of patient care across CTM hospitals.

You will work with medical staff, support across sites, and potentially across Royal Glamorgan Hospital. Welsh language Desirable but not essential; the role is fixed-term for 9 months to cover maternity leave, with NHS Wales

Qualifications

• UK NMC registration is essential.
• Postgraduate ophthalmic qualification is required.
• Evidence of CPD participation.
• Experience in ophthalmology, leadership and quality improvement is expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist ophthalmology nursing care and run nurse-led clinics.
• Share workload with medical staff to optimize ophthalmology services.
• Lead and monitor the nursing team’s performance.
• Support across sites within CTM as needed.

Skills

Good communication skills

Leadership and management experience

Education

UK NMC registered

Recognised Ophthalmic Qualification at Post Grad Level

Evidence of CPD

Job description

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Registered Nurse - Ophthalmology

The closing date is 25 November 2026

The Ophthalmology Nurse will provide specialist ophthalmology nursing knowledge, skills and competence in developing and maintaining the provision of nurse led clinics and services. They will be a competent nurse specialist for the service.

The Ophthalmology Nurse shares workload and responsibility with medical staff and other ophthalmology clinical staff to make the best use of specialist clinical skills within the ophthalmology department, enabling the department to provide this specialized service. They will assist in leading and monitoring the performance and work of the nursing team.

This position is based at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital but the successful candidate may be expected to work across all sites within Cwm Taf Morgannwg.

Main duties of the job

The Ophthalmology department has a vacancy for a dynamic, highly motivated and experienced nurse to join our progressive team. We are looking for an ophthalmic nurse who is keen to learn additional skills within the ophthalmology Speciality.

You must possess good communication skills and be able to work well as part of a team. You must be flexible in your approach and be able to respond appropriately to the demands of an ever changing workload.

The Ophthalmology Nurse is expected :

• The post holder will ensure the provision of the highest standard of direct patient care, which reflects the quality standards and mission of the University Health Board (UHB). The post holder will also contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures within their sphere of responsibility.
• The post holder will be required to carry out a range of assigned tasks involving direct and indirect care for the benefit of the patient/client in accordance with agreed protocols.
• The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that all policies and procedures are observed, and meet the UHB requirements contained in Health and Safety Policy.

This post is fixed term/secondment for 9 months from the start date to cover maternity leave.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• UK NMC registered
• Recognised Ophthalmic Qualification at Post Grad Level
• Evidence of CPD
• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Knowledge

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
• Knowledge of clinical governance

Experience

• Ophthalmology experience
• Leadership and management experience
• Quality improvement experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

£32,557 to £39,631 a yearper annum pro rata