Job summary
We are looking for an experienced specialist health care professional who is self-motivated, dynamic and forward thinking to support patients with lipid disorders and endocrine conditions within Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board.The Lipid/Endocrine Specialist Nurse will act as an expert resource providing specialist advice and support innovation, improved access, and high-quality patient care.
The post holder will work collaboratively with the Diabetes Team, ensuring patient care is delivered to the highest standard, utilising research and evidence based practice in line with local and national policies, professional standards and guidance.
Main duties of the job
- Offer specialist advice on lipid and endocrine care to colleagues and develop professional networks locally and nationally.
- Provide empathetic support to patients and carers, often dealing with anxiety, chronic illness, or complex emotional needs.
- Share clinical findings and treatment plans clearly through verbal updates, reports and letters.
- Represent the service in team and professional meetings, promoting coordinated, multidisciplinary care.
- Support and evaluate service development projects and health improvement programmes
This post is fixed term/secondment for 18 months due to - meet the needs of the service.
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.
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.
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 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
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Degree or equivalent skills, knowledge and experience with specialist qualification in Diabetes or Endocrine care or equivalent knowledge.
- In-depth understanding of chronic condition management.
- Knowledge of the Vulnerable Adult and Child Protection procedures and their application in practice.
- Risk management knowledge and involvement including incident reporting and infection prevention and control.
- Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development.
Desirable
- Mentorship Qualification.
- Independent prescribing qualification or willingness to work towards.
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration clinical experience within the secondary or community setting.
- Experience of teaching others within the clinical field with supporting evidence of involvement in teaching/presentation sessions.
- Experience of participating in clinical audit.
- Experience of working alongside multi-disciplinary teams and other disciplines.
- Experience of liaising with a wide range of health care professionals, social services, and other organisations such as the Independent Care Sector.
- Experience of supervising staff and managing resources.
Desirable
- Both Secondary and Community Nursing Experience.
- Experience of managing lipid or endocrine patients.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Strong clinical assessment, history taking, and decision-making skills.
- Effective verbal, non-verbal, and written communication.
- Proven organisational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
- Presentation and IT skills, including data handling and documentation.
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload.
- Demonstrate ability to support and lead within a multidisciplinary team.
- Works effectively both independently and as part of a team, showing initiative, motivation, and the ability to work without supervision.
Desirable
- Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Degree or equivalent skills, knowledge and experience with specialist qualification in Diabetes or Endocrine care or equivalent knowledge.
- In-depth understanding of chronic condition management.
- Knowledge of the Vulnerable Adult and Child Protection procedures and their application in practice.
- Risk management knowledge and involvement including incident reporting and infection prevention and control.
- Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development.
Desirable
- Mentorship Qualification.
- Independent prescribing qualification or willingness to work towards.
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration clinical experience within the secondary or community setting.
- Experience of teaching others within the clinical field with supporting evidence of involvement in teaching/presentation sessions.
- Experience of participating in clinical audit.
- Experience of working alongside multi-disciplinary teams and other disciplines.
- Experience of liaising with a wide range of health care professionals, social services, and other organisations such as the Independent Care Sector.
- Experience of supervising staff and managing resources.
Desirable
- Both Secondary and Community Nursing Experience.
- Experience of managing lipid or endocrine patients.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Strong clinical assessment, history taking, and decision-making skills.
- Effective verbal, non-verbal, and written communication.
- Proven organisational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
- Presentation and IT skills, including data handling and documentation.
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload.
- Demonstrate ability to support and lead within a multidisciplinary team.
- Works effectively both independently and as part of a team, showing initiative, motivation, and the ability to work without supervision.
Desirable
- Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
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.
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.
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
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address
Humming Bird Centre
Gwaun Elai Medi Science Campus
Llantrisant
CF72 8XL
Employer's website
https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
