Job summary The post holder will be working primarily in the Immunology Infusion Unit, providing immunoglobulin replacement therapy and other treatments to patients with immune deficiency. Duties will include assessment of patients, venepuncture, cannulation, and drug administration, and general care of the patient. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day running of the unit, ensuring paperwork and medication is prepared, managing stock, and organising appointments. They will also assist in other tasks including managing remote sample collection from patients and monitoring clinical test results. Main duties of the job An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join our team as a Band 5 Registered Nurse within the Immunodeficiency and Allergy Centre for Wales. The team provides a specialised national service in Immunology and Allergy, with responsibility across all health boards. The successful candidate will provide professional and clinical patient care as part of a multi-disciplinary team including consultants, nursing, and research team members. The service is unique within Wales with many opportunities for clinical innovation and development. Working alongside a dedicated, friendly and motivated team, you will provide sound clinical nursing skills that facilitate the development of the service in Cardiff and across Wales. Prior experience in Immunology is desirable but not essential - there will be opportunities for learning both in the workplace and through courses. The successful candidate may be expected to travel within their role as Immunology and Allergy Registered Nurse. We are searching for individuals who share the core values of the organisation: We care about the people we serve and the people we work with We trust one another We respect each other We take personal responsibility We treat people with kindness We act with integrity The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 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. Date posted 09 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £30,420 to £37,030 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 001-NMR69-0425 Job locations University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff and Vale UHB Heath Park Cardiff CF14 4XW Job description 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 Job description 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 Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Current NMC Registration Nursing Degree/Diploma Evidence of Continuous Professional Development Good basic level of English Language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills Experience Essential Previous experience of working in a nursing environment Desirable Depending on previous experience the candidate may be expected to supervise junior staff Awareness of the structure and organisation of the wider NHS Skills Essential Good interpersonal skills Teaching skills Able to prioritise and meet deadlines Able to manage difficult situations Special Knowledge Essential Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct Understanding of professional nursing issues Desirable Previous experience in Immunology or Allergy Personal Qualities Essential Ability to work within a team and independently Flexible to meet the service needs Ability to work under pressure Caring nature Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Current NMC Registration Nursing Degree/Diploma Evidence of Continuous Professional Development Good basic level of English Language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills Experience Essential Previous experience of working in a nursing environment Desirable Depending on previous experience the candidate may be expected to supervise junior staff Awareness of the structure and organisation of the wider NHS Skills Essential Good interpersonal skills Teaching skills Able to prioritise and meet deadlines Able to manage difficult situations Special Knowledge Essential Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct Understanding of professional nursing issues Desirable Previous experience in Immunology or Allergy Personal Qualities Essential Ability to work within a team and independently Flexible to meet the service needs Ability to work under pressure Caring nature 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). Additional information 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 Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Address University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff and Vale UHB Heath Park Cardiff CF14 4XW Employer's website https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)