Job Summary
The post holder will carry twenty‑four hour continuing responsibility for the management of their respective ward. They will be highly experienced in general medical nursing and possess specialist knowledge and expertise in the area of rehabilitation and complex discharge planning.
The post holder will be responsible for delivering a quality nursing service to all patients in their care, ensuring that all resources are used to optimum effect. They will be responsible for the devising and implementation of policies and procedures for their ward, ensuring the highest standards of patient care within existing resources and the mission of the LHB.
The post holder will be responsible for ensuring the safety and welfare of staff through the observance and implementation of Health and Safety Policies and also assist them in identifying and achieving training and developmental needs through the implementation of LHB policies and procedures.
English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main Duties
* Have a continuing responsibility for the management and delivery of a 27 bedded rehabilitation/complex discharge mixed general ward ensuring effective and efficient use of resources.
* Assist the Senior Nurse in developing systems and processes to monitor:
o Quality of care
o Adherence to LHB policies and procedures
o Clinical practice
* Deputise as necessary for the Senior Nurse.
* Maximise the performance of all staff within delegated areas ensuring effective structures for the supervision and direction of work.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf.
We live by our core values:
* We listen, learn and improve
* We treat everyone with respect
* We all work together as one team
* We are a proud local employer; around 80% of our 15,000 workforce live within our region, making our staff our lifeblood and the diverse communities that we serve.
Details
Date posted: 31 October 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £48,527 to £55,532 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time
Reference number: 110‑NMR456‑1025
Job locations: Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda Hospital, Partridge Road, Llwynypia, CF40 2LX
Job Responsibilities
You can find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Knowledge – Essential
* UK NMC Registered nurse
* Extensive knowledge and appreciation of national policies and standards
Desirable
* Masters degree or equivalent knowledge acquired from short courses
* Ability to speak Welsh
Experience – Essential
* Management experience; Ward/Team management experience
* Substantial post registration experience including clinical leadership, team management
* Experience of working within health and social service systems
Skills – Essential
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Managing people and resources effectively
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.
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 for overseas applicants.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.
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