Staff Nurse - YCC wards

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

Benefits offered by this job

Leading pension

Generous leave

Flexible work

Career growth

Learning & development

Job summary

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is recruiting Band 5 Staff Nurses to join Ward 2 and Ward 4 at Ysbyty Cwm Cynon Community Hospital near Mountain Ash. The hospital supports rehabilitation and complex discharge planning with a forward-thinking nursing team.

We welcome motivated applicants with ward experience who can support patient care, contribute to the multidisciplinary team, and uphold high standards. Welsh language ability is desirable.

Qualifications

• UK NMC registration is required.
• Band 5 Staff Nurse with ward experience.
• Welsh language ability is desirable for shortlisting.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the management of a group of patients and occasionally take charge of the ward/department.
• Maintain high standards of patient care and ensure policy adherence.
• Supervise junior staff and maintain accurate patient records per policy.
• Liaise with Doctors, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Clinical Nurse Specialists for care plans.

Skills

Welsh language speaking/listening at 3

Education

UK NMC registered

Job description

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Staff Nurse - YCC wards

The closing date is 23 November 2026

An exciting opportunity is available for band 5 Staff Nurses to join our forward thinking nursing team on Ward'a 2 and Ward 4 in Ysbyty Cwm Cynon Community Hospital which is situated close to Mountain Ash. The hospital supports patients with rehabilitation needs and complex discharge planning. We are looking for highly motivated and committed band 5 staff nurses to work on our rehabilitation wards to support patients in achieving a safe discharge.

We require enthusiastic motivated individuals who have the ability and passion to work within our friendly ward team. Ysbyty Cwm Cynon is continuously expanding its services and we require staff nurses who have the ambition to help drive these changes and help expand the service we offer.

For any informal discussions around this opportunity, please contact Senior Nurse [e-mail]

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:

• 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 junior 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.

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

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

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.

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

• Welsh language speaking/listening at Level 3 or above

Experience

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

Registration

• Currently UK NMC registered

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 if part time