Sister / Charge Nurse

Temple B'nai Abraham; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wales seeks a dedicated UK NMC Registered Nurse for their Respiratory service. The role involves caring for patients with respiratory conditions, requiring strong interpersonal skills and commitment to professional development. Join a team focused on improving patient outcomes in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in respiratory care and managing NIV is essential.
• Good communication skills and patient-centred focus required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients with acute and long-term respiratory conditions.
• Maintain links with hospital and community Respiratory Nurse Specialists.

Skills

Communication

Patient-centred focus

Education

UK NMC Registered Nurse

Respiratory course

Teaching Qualification

Job description

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Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

About

On 1 April 2019, Cwm Taf University Health Board changed its name to Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board as it took responsibility for providing healthcare services for the people in the Bridgend County Borough area. Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB now provides primary, community, hospital, and mental health services to the 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Ideally situated between Wales's capital city, Cardiff, to the south, the coastal town of Porthcawl to the west, and the scenery of the Brecon Beacons to the north, we operate within a vibrant community rich in history and heritage.

Services are delivered across a network of Community Clinics, Health Centres, and Community Hospitals supported by three District General Hospitals: Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend, Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, and Royal Glamorgan Hospital in Llantrisant.

Joining Cwm Taf Morgannwg offers a warm Welsh welcome, opportunities for professional development, and an innovative clinical environment focused on improving outcomes.

Key Details

Location: Princess of Wales Hospital, Coity Road, Bridgend, CF31 1RQ

Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours/week)

Salary: £37,898 - £45,637 per annum (Band 6), with temporary top-up reflecting the Living Wage (£12.60/hr)

Specialty: Medicine, Respiratory Care

Job Overview

At Princess of Wales Hospital, we strive to improve patient experiences and outcomes. Our Respiratory service on Ward 10/Ward 18 provides care for patients with acute and long-term conditions, including Non-Invasive Ventilation for acute cases, often pre- and post-Critical Care. We maintain strong links with hospital and community Respiratory Nurse Specialists to ensure continuity of person-centred care.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, be committed to continuous professional development, and show leadership in delivering high-quality nursing care. Experience in respiratory care and managing NIV is essential; Welsh language skills are desirable but not mandatory.

Working for Our Organisation

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of NHS Wales, serving around 450,000 people across three County Boroughs. We value diversity and welcome applications from protected groups under the Equality Act 2010. We are a Living Wage Employer.

Applicants should regularly check their email for correspondence. Applications can be submitted in Welsh or English; no preference is given based on language.

Note: There is a temporary top-up for Bands 2 and 3 to reflect the Living Wage of £12.60/hour until the 2025/26 pay uplift is confirmed.

Job Responsibilities

The full job description and person specification are available within the supporting documents or via the 'Apply now' link on Trac.

Applicants must have appropriate UK professional registration. Non-UK candidates require sponsorship and should assess their eligibility for a Health and Care visa.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• UK NMC Registered Nurse (Essential)

Desirable

• Respiratory course
• Teaching Qualification

Experience and Skills

• Acute Respiratory Experience (Essential)
• Management Experience (Desirable)

Aptitude and Personal Qualities

• Good communication skills
• Patient-centred focus

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Rajee John, Ward Manager, [e-mail], Tel: [phone]

Sarah Thorne, Senior Nurse, Medicine, [e-mail]

Additional Information

We live by our core values: We listen, learn, and improve; We treat everyone with respect; We work together as one team.