Staff Nurse

Staff Nurse

The closing date is 30 March 2026.

To assess 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:

• Infectious Diseases
• Surgery (General, Colorectal, Vascular and Plastic)
• Haematology
• 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.

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

• Ability to work within a team and independently
• Enthusiastic, assertive and positive attitude

Other requirements

• Positive change agent
• Evidence of Health Promotion

Skills and Abilities

• Teaching skills evident
• Organised time management evident

Experience and Knowledge

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

Education and Qualifications

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

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

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