Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Staff Nurse

The closing date is 30 March 2026

Job summary

Toassess patient care needs independently and to develop, implement, and evaluate programmes of care, exercising professional judgement and accountability without the need for direct supervision.

To demonstrate, supervise, and support clinical practice and procedures for both registered and unregistered nursing staff, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and evidence-based nursing care.

To take a lead role in the induction, mentorship, and ongoing supervision of newly appointed and unregistered staff, contributing to their professional development and ensuring compliance with organisational and professional standards.

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

Main duties of the job

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to work within the busy Outpatients environment, based across two acute sites: University Hospital of Wales and University Hospital Llandough. The successful candidate will be expected to work on an ad hoc or rotational basis, depending on service requirements and/or professional development needs.

The post holder will be required to demonstrate an interest in working across a variety of clinical specialties. Opportunities will be provided to support clinics in a broad range of services, which currently include:

  • General Medicine
  • Rheumatology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Gastroenterology
  • Immunology
  • Surgery (General, Colorectal, Vascular and Plastic)
  • Haematology
  • Dermatology
  • Respiratory
  • Cardiology

This list is not exhaustive.

Working across such a wide spectrum of specialties offers an excellent opportunity to develop a broad skill set and enhance clinical knowledge. Ongoing learning and development will be supported through bespoke training programmes alongside practical, on-the-job instruction.

Applicants must demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Previous experience in an Outpatient setting would be advantageous; however, full training and support will be provided. A clear commitment to ongoing professional development is essential.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Details

Date posted

16 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,516 to £38,364 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

001-NMR083-0326

Job locations

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park

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

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Abilty to work within a team and independently

Desirable

  • Enthusiastic, assetive and positive attitude

Other requirements

Essential

  • Positive change agent
  • Evidence of Health Promotion

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Teaching skills evident
  • IT skills evident

Desirable

  • Organised time management evident

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

  • Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct for Adult Nursing
  • Understanding of professional nursing issues

Desirable

  • Able to manage difficult situations
  • Displays people management experience

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • Good level of English language, demonstrated through effective written and electronic communication

Desirable

  • Personal responsibility evident of continual professional development
Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Abilty to work within a team and independently

Desirable

  • Enthusiastic, assetive and positive attitude

Other requirements

Essential

  • Positive change agent
  • Evidence of Health Promotion

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Teaching skills evident
  • IT skills evident

Desirable

  • Organised time management evident

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

  • Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct for Adult Nursing
  • Understanding of professional nursing issues

Desirable

  • Able to manage difficult situations
  • Displays people management experience

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • Good level of English language, demonstrated through effective written and electronic communication

Desirable

  • Personal responsibility evident of continual professional development

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

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

Cardiff

CF14 4XW


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Sister

Tracy Wooster

tracy.wooster@wales.nhs.uk

02920745031

Details

Date posted

16 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,516 to £38,364 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

001-NMR083-0326

Job locations

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park

Cardiff

CF14 4XW


Supporting documents

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