Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Registered Nurse Critical Care

The closing date is 26 November 2026

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Job summary
We are looking for Registered Nurses who are up for a challenge working in a Critical Care environment.

We are pleased to be able to offer an exciting opportunity for Band 5 nurses with a passion for Critical Care nursing the opportunity to join us at The Royal Glamorgan Hospital Llantrisant. We are particularly interested to hear from applicants with acute care experience, however nurses with limited experience and from other clinical backgrounds will be supported to develop in the role.

We are extremely proud of our amazing team, who are exceptional in delivering Critical Care to our our patients.

This is an excellent opportunity for energetic, enthusiastic staff nurses with preferably 6 to 12 months acute experience, to provide a high standard of care to patients within a challenging, yet supportive acute hospital setting.

This is your chance to be part of a remarkable team that saves lives, delivers outstanding patient-centred care, and makes a lasting impact.

Main duties of the job
To provide the highest standard of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised, holistic patient care in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team. The post holder provides care to critically ill patients with supervision and support of senior staff in this area of specialist practice.

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. 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 being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If you're comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our 'Croeso Candidate' booklet below for more information.

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:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• 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.

Details
Date posted: 13 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,557 to £39,631 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 110-NMR302-1126
Job locations: Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Llantrisant, CF72 8XR, United Kingdom

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.

The Health Board currently operate a number of different shift systems. The most common are a 12.5 hour shift, inclusive of either one 30 minute or two 30-minute unpaid breaks. These shift patterns are subject to review and the Health Board reserves the right to change working arrangements. CTM is a Health Board committed to meaningful consultation with staff and to making balanced decisions that consider all aspects of our service and workforce.

Person Specification
Aptitude / Abilities
Essential: Proven management skills in the ward environment. Good Clinical Skills backed up by research practice.

Registration
Essential: UK NMC Registration

Skills
Desirable: Welsh language skills to Level 3 Speaking/Listening

Experience
Essential: Previous experience in an acute field.

Qualifications
Essential: RGN/Nursing Degree
Desirable: Further Education Courses Study Days or Health Board Training Days

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 here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address: Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Llantrisant, CF72 8XR, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://joinctm.wales/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Senior Sister (ITU), Penny Beckett, penny.a.beckett@wales.nhs.uk

Supporting documents
Privacy notice: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board's privacy notice

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is an equal opportunities employer.