Staff Nurses

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; Trealaw; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care provider in the UK is seeking a Band 5 Staff Nurse for Ward D4 at Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda. The ideal candidate will manage patients, supervise junior staff, and ensure high standards of care in a busy environment. In this role, you will work within a supportive multi-disciplinary team focused on rehabilitation and discharge planning. Candidates should be registered nurses, with opportunities for both full-time and part-time positions available. This is a rewarding role where commitment to training and patient care is essential.

Benefits

Leading pension

Generous leave

Flexible work hours

Career growth opportunities

Ongoing learning and development

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse qualification with NMC registration.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team in a busy environment.
• Experience in patient care and rehabilitation services.

Responsibilities

• Manage a group of patients and take charge of the ward.
• Ensure high standards of patient care are maintained.
• Supervise less experienced staff.

Skills

Patient management

Communication

Teamwork

Record keeping

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Welsh Language Skills Level 3 (Desirable)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the management of 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 (Doctors, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Clinical Nurse Specialists) in relation to individual patient requirements and planned programmes of care.

We would like to hear from you if you can demonstrate your passion and commitment to the provision of high quality patient centered care. You will be able to work as part of a large multi-disciplinary team, demonstrating excellent communication skills and an ability to work effectively with the ward team in a very busy and fast paced environment to deliver excellent standards of patient care.

If you are motivated to deliver high standards of care and have the personal qualities and characteristics we are looking for then this could be the post for you.

Welsh Skills Desirable

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short‑listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just speaking & listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see 'Welsh Language Guidance' in the documents right at the bottom.

Shift patterns and working arrangements

The Health Board currently operates 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.

Equality & Diversity

CTM is a Health Board committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from individuals within protected groups as outlined in the Equality Act 2010. This includes, but is not limited to, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment, race/nationality, religion/belief, disability, pregnancy and maternity, and marriage and civil partnership. We also warmly welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community.

Sponsorship

Applicants who are not UK or Republic of Ireland nationals will require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa unless they already hold permission to work via another route. Prospective applicants should self‑assess their eligibility for sponsorship by visiting the UK Government's Work in the UK guidance. For eligible candidates, the Health and Care Visa offers reduced application costs and exempts payment of the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Recruitment communications

Please ensure you check your email regularly, as all recruitment correspondence will be sent to the email address provided on your application form.

Application language

Applications are welcome in either Welsh or English, with no preference given to the language used.

Vacancy status

We reserve the right to close a vacancy early or withdraw an advertisement to accommodate the redeployment of internal staff into suitable roles. All posts are subject to relevant checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check and, where required, Professional Registration verification.

About the Employer

Located in the heart of South Wales, we are central to Cardiff, Newport and Swansea. Deeply rooted in our community, as an NHS organisation we are dedicated to providing compassionate patient care and building healthier communities together. At CTM, you’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive team from diverse nations, cultures and backgrounds. Every role counts, every person matters, and together we’re creating a space where everyone can thrive.

Strategy

CTM 2030 Strategy – Our Health, Our Future focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals.

Our values

• We listen, learn, and improve.
• We treat everyone with respect.
• We work together as one team.

Benefits

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.

Opportunity

Would you like to work as part of an integrated multi‑disciplinary team who have an innovative and solution‑focused approach to patient care? If yes? This is an exciting opportunity for band 5 Staff Nurses to join our forward‑thinking nursing team on Ward D4 in Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda, Community Hospital. The hospital supports patients’ rehabilitation needs and complex discharge planning. Ward D4 is a 27‑bedded stroke rehab ward, with a mixture of medical patients. Ward D4 provides a safe environment where patients can receive rehabilitation assessments, along with focused therapy to support independence before they can return home or to their new discharge destination. Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda 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. Commitment to undertake ongoing training and development is essential. We offer ward‑based training so you should be motivated, keen to learn and ready to embrace change. We are able to offer both full and part‑time posts within our team. Knowing that you’re making a difference to people’s lives is rewarding in itself, but our role offers much more than that. As well as helping you grow and develop your talent, we want you to feel proud of where you work and what you do.