Registered Mental Health Staff Nurse

Job summary
Are you looking for an exciting and challenging opportunity ?

We are recruiting an RMN to undertake the role of a Staff Nurse on PICU at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital, providing assessment and treatment to adults with various mental health conditions, in the in-patient setting of the Mental Health. This role will be 12 hour shift pattern, and enable the successful Staff Nurse to develop in a busy, friendly team where your skills and ideas are valued and your development supported.

The post holder will have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude to working with people with complex mental health needs and work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.

The post holder will manage their own caseload of patients, and act as an expert resource in the care and treatment of patients experiencing a range of mental health problems relevant to the area of practice.

Please note : We welcome applications from registered nurses; however, this role is not suitable for student nurses who have not yet obtained NMC registration. Candidates must be registered with the NMC at the point of application.

Main duties of the job
Using the Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2012 framework, work with the individual to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate their needs. Utilise the improvement process and agree on realistic and achievable outcomes.

Participate in individual care and treatment reviews.

Administer, monitor, and supervise prescribed medication.

Observe and report appropriately on therapeutic effects and any potential side effects, using evidence-based scales.

Offer support, advice, and information to carers/relatives.

Encourage carers to contribute to care planning and practice in a way that fosters trust and cooperation--thereby improving patient care--while maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Contribute, as a member of the multidisciplinary team, to clinical reviews and case formulation; report on patients' conditions to other professionals; and provide written reports as required, including for mental health tribunals.

Adhere to Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board policies and procedures in all areas of clinical practice.

Using the Mental Health Measure 2012 framework, to work with the individual to assess, plan, implement and evaluate their needs.

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
19 August 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-NMR198-0826

Job locations
Royal Glamorgan Hospital
Ynysmaerdy
Llantrisant
CF72 8XR
United Kingdom

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
Experience
Essential

• Experience as a band 5 registered mental health nurse or applications from new registrants
• Experience of multi-disciplinary and/or multi agency working

Desirable

• Experience of working with the designated client group

Skills
Essential

• Ability to demonstrate sound clinical knowledge within inpatient MH settings
• IT literacy

Desirable

• Welsh language Speaking/Listening Skills Level 3 or above

Qualifications
Essential

• UK NMC Registered Mental Health Nurse
• Knowledge of mental health act, mental health measure

Desirable

• Knowledge of Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB modernisation of service plan

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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.

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address
Royal Glamorgan Hospital
Ynysmaerdy
Llantrisant
CF72 8XR
United Kingdom

Employer's website
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Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Ward Manager
Emily Lewis
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