Staff nurse in Merthyr Tydfil

Job Summary

Ward 7 is an acute surgical ward with specialities such as colorectal, upper gastrointestinal, urology, trauma and maxillofacial surgery.

The ward consists of 20 surgical ward beds and the trauma assessment unit.

We look after a broad range of post operative patients from the age of 16 upwards. This will give you a great opportunity to widen your knowledge in managing post operative surgical patients.

The trauma assessment unit has 4 trolleys which are often converted into beds depending on the individual patient.

The TAU takes referrals from ED or the GP for a trauma assessment following initial assessment.

Main duties of the job

We in the surgical department at Prince Charles Hospital have a unique rapport with all of the surgical wards. We all work closely together to share our experiences, our skills and our beliefs. This has created a bond where staff feel supported and valued.

Our ideal candidate would be someone who will dedicate their time to patient care and their team, have the thirst for improvement and the drive to succeed. Surgical experience is desirable but not as essential due to the extensive support and guidance from the surgical nursing team.

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: 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: 09 February 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £31,516 to £38,364 a year per annum, pro rata if part time

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: 110-NMR522-1225-A

Job locations: Ward 7 Prince Charles Hospital, Gurnos Road, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 9DT

Job Description

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

Essential

• Active UK NMC registration
• Experience working in a UK NHS hospital

Desirable

• Experience working within an acute surgical ward/department

Skills

• Excellent communication skills

Experience

• Surgical experience

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.

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: Ward 7 Prince Charles Hospital, Gurnos Road, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 9DT

Employer\’s website: https://joinctm.wales/