Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced Registered Nurse in the District Nursing Service.
The applicant must be a Registered Nurse, be confident and competent in a wide range of clinical skills and demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development.
There is a requirement for a flexible approach to work and an ability to travel between sites in a timely manner.
Main duties of the job
There are multiple demands in this exciting role due to the challenging nature of providing care for patients outside of the hospital environment. The post-holder will however find themselves well supported by a very friendly and enthusiastic team of staff.
The post is initially based with a District Nursing Team in the Rhondda area, although you could be asked to work anywhere within the Rhondda, Taff Ely areas to meet the needs of the Service.
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.
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:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o 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
28 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
39,263 to 47,280 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
110-NMR338-0725
Job locations
Dewi Sant Health Park
Albert Road
Pontypridd
CF37 1LB
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for providing support to the Team Leader in the day to day management of multi-disciplinary/multi-agency packages of scheduled and unscheduled care for patients with multiple, complex and palliative care needs.
Assisting the Team Leader in the requirements of the nursing team by utilising effective management and leadership skills.
Responsible for the delegation of clinical nursing activities to appropriately skilled team members, ensuring that an efficient and effective service is delivered to the practice population.
Responsible for prioritising delegated home visits according to the patients clinical need and geographical location. Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for providing support to the Team Leader in the day to day management of multi-disciplinary/multi-agency packages of scheduled and unscheduled care for patients with multiple, complex and palliative care needs.
Assisting the Team Leader in the requirements of the nursing team by utilising effective management and leadership skills.
Responsible for the delegation of clinical nursing activities to appropriately skilled team members, ensuring that an efficient and effective service is delivered to the practice population.
Responsible for prioritising delegated home visits according to the patients clinical need and geographical location.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Knowledge
Essential

• Working towards Supplementary Nurse Prescriber qualification
• Broad in-depth knowledge of all aspects of health issues

Desirable

• Working towards Masters in CHS [District Nursing]

Experience
Essential

• Experience as a Band 5 Community Staff Nurse

Desirable

• Experience of working within health and social service systems

Skills
Essential

• Ability to engage members of the public
• Ability to deliver complex/unpleasant sensitive information

Desirable

• Welsh Language Skills (Level 3 and above/B2) are Desirable for this Role.

Person Specification
Qualifications/Knowledge
Essential

• Working towards Supplementary Nurse Prescriber qualification
• Broad in-depth knowledge of all aspects of health issues

Desirable

• Working towards Masters in CHS [District Nursing]

Experience
Essential

• Experience as a Band 5 Community Staff Nurse

Desirable

• Experience of working within health and social service systems

Skills
Essential

• Ability to engage members of the public
• Ability to deliver complex/unpleasant sensitive information

Desirable

• Welsh Language Skills (Level 3 and above/B2) are Desirable for this Role.