Staff Nurse

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; Llantrisant; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board in Wales is seeking a registered Staff Nurse to join Ward 14 at Royal Glamorgan Hospital on a fixed-term/secondment basis for five months, with a closing date of 12 November 2026.

The role involves delivering direct and indirect patient care in the Acute Medical wards, taking charge of a group of patients when required, maintaining high standards of care, and supporting junior staff while adhering to NMC standards and policy.

Qualifications

• Welsh language speaking/listening Level 3 or higher.
• Active UK NMC pin is essential.
• Experience in a ward environment preferred.
• Experience taken charge of a ward/department is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work on Ward 14 at Royal Glamorgan Hospital.
• Deliver direct and indirect patient care in Acute Medical wards per protocols.
• Manage a group of patients and, when required, take charge of the ward and resources.
• Maintain high standards of patient care and ensure policy adherence.
• Support and supervise less experienced staff and maintain accurate patient records.
• Liaise with Doctors, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Clinical Nurse Specialists for care plans.

Skills

Welsh language skills (Level 3+)

Education

UK NMC pin

Job description

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Staff Nurse

The closing date is 12 November 2026

This post is fixed term/secondment for 5 months to cover a secondment until March 2027.

If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

The post holder will be expected to undertake duties in a Ward/Department in the Acute Medical wards.

The post holder will carry out a range of assigned tasks involving direct and indirect care for the benefit of the patient/client in accordance with agreed protocols.

Be responsible for the management a group of patients, and occasionally take charge of the ward/department, and its resources for the duration of their duty.

Be responsible for maintaining high standards of patient care.

Be responsible for ensuring that all policies and procedures are adhered to.

Be responsible for the support and supervision of less experienced staff.

Be responsible for maintaining accurate, current, comprehensive and concise records concerning the condition of the client, in accordance with NMC Standards for Record & Record Keeping and the UHB's Patient Record Policy.

Liaise with the appropriate Clinical Specialists i.e. Doctors, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Clinical Nurse Specialists, in relation to individual patient requirements and planned programmes of care.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a registered nurses to join our team on Ward 14 at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital.

We are looking for staff who have an interest insupporting and treating patients with chronic and acute Cardiology and Care of the Elderly conditions. We are looking for motivated, caring individuals who strive to achieve high standards of care for all patients.

The post holder will need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work as a team on their own initiative.

Staff will be required to be well organised and have time good time management skills and the ability to work as part of a team or on their own initiative with high standards.

There will be opportunities for internal development as the University Health Board has a dedicated training and development department offering a wide range of in house courses. We also have close links with the University of Glamorgan to support your ongoing professional development which you will be required to demonstrate as part of re-validation. Informal visits are encouraged.

This post is secondment/fixed term for 5 months to cover a secondment. Anyone wishing to apply for the post as a secondment must seek approval from their Line Manager before applying.

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

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:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o 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

The Health Board currently operate a number of different shift systems. The most common are a 12.5 hour shift, inclusive of either one 30 minute or two 30-minute unpaid breaks. These shift patterns are subject to review and the Health Board reserves the right to change working arrangements. CTM is a Health Board committed to meaningful consultation with staff and to making balanced decisions that consider all aspects of our service and workforce.

Full-Time or Part Time applications will be considered.

The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that all policies and procedures are observed, and meet Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB requirements, as well as NMC Standards and Codes of Conduct.

Person Specification

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

Qualification

• Active UK NMC pin

Experience

• Previous experience of working in a ward environment
• Taken charge of ward/department

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