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Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Registered Nurse Specialised Medicine- Rheumatology, External

The closing date is 05 February 2026

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our Rheumatology Day Unit at the University Hospital of Wales.

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate nurse to become part of our dedicated team, delivering high-quality care to patients receiving specialist treatment for a range of rheumatological conditions.

Main duties of the job

Specialised Medicine - Rheumatology Day Unit

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Administer biologic infusions, intramuscular (IM) and subcutaneous (S/C) medications
  • Provide support and clinical advice to patients via the Rheumatology Advice Line
  • Deliver care with a focus on safety, dignity, and a person-centred approach
  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity and excellence in care

The day unit is based in UHW with seven infusion chairs with the aim of expansion in the future.

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

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Boardis one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.

Our mission is"Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and ourvision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.

Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiffand the Vale offers the best of both worlds

Details

Date posted

22 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,516 to £38,364 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

001-NMR012-0126

Job locations

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park, Heath

Cardiff

CF14 4XW


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • Current registration with the NMC
  • Good basic level of English demonstrated through written skills on application form.

Experience and knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of professional nursing issues
  • Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC code of professional conduct

Skills and abilities

Essential

  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Able to use initiative
  • Awareness of audit and research

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Well completed application form with evidence of enthusiasm for nursing.
Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • Current registration with the NMC
  • Good basic level of English demonstrated through written skills on application form.

Experience and knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of professional nursing issues
  • Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC code of professional conduct

Skills and abilities

Essential

  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Able to use initiative
  • Awareness of audit and research

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Well completed application form with evidence of enthusiasm for nursing.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park, Heath

Cardiff

CF14 4XW


Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park, Heath

Cardiff

CF14 4XW


Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

CNS Team Leader

Susan Patchett

susan.patchett@wales.nhs.uk

02921842004

Details

Date posted

22 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,516 to £38,364 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

001-NMR012-0126

Job locations

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park, Heath

Cardiff

CF14 4XW


Supporting documents

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