About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Band 5 Staff Nurses to join a busy CCU and Cardiology ward in Withybush General Hospital, Haverfordwest in Pembrokeshire.
Coronary Care is a 6 bedded ward specialising in Cardiology. We have 20 Cardiology beds on Ward 8 and this includes treating patients with Cardiac conditions such as heart failure, patients requiring pacemakers, and patients waiting angiograms in Morriston Hospital . We are part of developments within Withybush to start implanting PPM and Reveal devices in patients in Pembrokeshire, cardioversions in medical day unit.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for highly motivated individuals to work within our dynamic working environment with a passion in caring for acutely ill patients.
You must have:
Good communication/interpersonal skills, high levels of commitment and dedication, caring attitude and the ability to work as part of a team are essential; A desire to develop your experience and work alongside a team of staff as well as a passion for excellent patient care and outcomes; The ability of doing things differently and challenging the status quo.
We are a warm, friendly team of professionals who work closely with all members of the multidisciplinary team to provide high quality, holistic driven, evidence-based care to all our patients. We are proud of our workforce and value the contribution that members of our staff make to our patients and the organisation. You will be required to demonstrate competence in assessing, planning and evaluating the care needs of a group of patients with support from your ward manager, colleagues and educator team.
We have an amazing opportunity for nurses new to Cardiology and that have keen interest to learn and expand their knowledge or nurses who wish to expand their existing cardiology knowledge.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 99 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
Interviews will be held on 28/08/2026
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge Essential
Current NMC registration
Desirable
Degree in Nursing Evidence of post registration study and training eg POVA Evidence of post registration study and training e.g. child protection Evidence of post registration study and training e.g. Intermediate life support if required in clinical setting
Experience Essential
Pre-registration evidence in direct nursing care Experience of providing holistic nursing care Interest in developing nursing skills
Desirable
Clear understanding of clinical governance framework Implement evidence based practice
Language skills Desirable
Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
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).
Employer details Employer name Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address Withybush General Hospital
Haverfordwest
SA61 2PZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)