Registered Nurse Specialised Medicine- Rheumatology, External

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The closing date is 05 February 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our Rheumatology Day Unit at the University Hospital of Wales.

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate nurse to become part of our dedicated team, delivering high-quality care to patients receiving specialist treatment for a range of rheumatological conditions.

Specialised Medicine - Rheumatology Day Unit

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administer biologic infusions, intramuscular (IM) and subcutaneous (S/C) medications
• Provide support and clinical advice to patients via the Rheumatology Advice Line
• Deliver care with a focus on safety, dignity, and a person‑centred approach
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity and excellence in care

The day unit is based in UHW with seven infusion chairs with the aim of expansion in the future.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post;
Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.

Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10‑year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research.

Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.

Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.

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.

• Current registration with the NMC
• Good basic level of English demonstrated through written skills on application form.

• Understanding of professional nursing issues
• Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC code of professional conduct

• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to use initiative
• Awareness of audit and research

• Well completed application form with evidence of enthusiasm for nursing.

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