Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and dynamic nurse to join our team at the Haematology Day Unit at Prince Charles Hospital.

We are a small, friendly and experienced team, we strive to deliver excellent patient care, working closely with our colleagues in the multidisciplinary team to ensure patients and their families receive care which is tailored to meet their individual needs.

Above all we are looking for individuals who share and behave in accordance with CTM's values.

The Haematology Day unit is primarily nurse led and our experienced team will ensure that you are fully supported, providing the necessary training and a 4 week supernumerary period on initial appointment.

Main duties of the job
The post holder will work closely with the existing team providing safe and efficient care to patients with a variety of haematological conditions.

The role includes phlebotomy, venesection and cannulation. Following training the role will include administration of chemotherapy, blood and platelet transfusions, immunoglobulins and IV Iron.

The role will include providing advice and education to patients, relatives and staff ensuring cancer standards are adhered to as laid out in the Cancer Delivery Plan (2016-2020) and Cancer Delivery Plan 2023-2026.

The post holder will also perform local audits and incident reporting.

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.

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
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-NMR290-1126
Closing date: 19 November 2026

Essential

• Experience working in an acute hospital setting
• Excellent communication skills, written/verbal/electronic
• Active UK NMC Registration

Desirable

• Experience and knowledge of nursing haematology/oncology patients
• Experience managing central venous access devices
• Experience giving chemotherapy
• Welsh Language Speaking & Listening Skills (Level 3 and above/B2)

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. 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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Apply through our website.

Employer details
Employer name: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address: Prince Charles Hospital, Gurnos, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 9DT, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://joinctm.wales/

Contact
Haematology Day Unit Manager, Louise Minty, Louise.minty2@wales.nhs.uk, 01685724401