Job summary
Applications for this vacancy are restricted to internal
applicants only
We
are recruiting registered nurses to our Long-Term Conditions Internship
Programme, due to start January 2026. The aim is to develop the specialist workforce
and provide excellence in the management of patients with long term conditions.
The LTC
Internship Programme aims to:
Support
succession planning within the specialist nursing workforce by providing an
opportunity for registered nurses to develop more specialist knowledge, skill
and experience through working directly with our clinical teams.
Retain
experienced and motivated qualified staff by providing career development
opportunities for individuals interested in the management of long-term
conditions and capable of progressing to specialist practice.
Develop the
clinical competence, skills and knowledge of each successful intern, to enrich patient experience in our clinical areas and
ensure excellence in patient care.
Enable
the intern through the programme learning outcomes to make positive service
improvements within their area of practice.
Main duties of the job
The
duration of the programme is 18 months. Successful applicants will be required to commit to 7.5 hours per week learning and be expected to:
Develop their
knowledge and skills through the utilisation of a competency framework.
Work as part
of a specialist team at STSFT, through the provision of clinical placements.
Interns will be placed within Rehabilitation and Elderly Medicine,
Cardiothoracic, and Diabetes.
Work
collaboratively with our acute and community teams, to increase the interns
understanding of the wider support needs and services involved in the patients
journey.
Complete -Chronic Disease Management for Advanced
Practitioners at level 7.
Complete -Clinical Skills training at level 7.
Potential
Leadership and Quality Improvement module at level 7 to be completed in 2027
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,600 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI,
and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we
may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
NHS
England are supporting the piloted LTC Internship Programme at STSFT. The LTC Internship programme is designed for
Registered Nurses with significant post registration experience, with an interest in Care of the Elderly, Cardiothoracic and Diabetes. The LTC Internship requires strong commitment to the work based learning and academic requirements of the programme, there is also an expectation of self directed study. The individual
may aspire to move into a LTC Clinical Nurse Specialist/practitioner role in the future.
The programme will
incorporate clinical placements within one of the three areas of specialist practice, these will be allocated
following the application process. As
part of the programme interns will complete x 2 level 7 modules with University of Sunderland at 20 credits per module ( Clinical Skills in Health Module & Chronic Disease Management for Advanced Practitioners). A third module may be included at a later date (Leadership & Quality Improvement) to be completed in 2027.
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED GUIDANCE NOTES FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Job description
Job responsibilities
NHS
England are supporting the piloted LTC Internship Programme at STSFT. The LTC Internship programme is designed for
Registered Nurses with significant post registration experience, with an interest in Care of the Elderly, Cardiothoracic and Diabetes. The LTC Internship requires strong commitment to the work based learning and academic requirements of the programme, there is also an expectation of self directed study. The individual
may aspire to move into a LTC Clinical Nurse Specialist/practitioner role in the future.
The programme will
incorporate clinical placements within one of the three areas of specialist practice, these will be allocated
following the application process. As
part of the programme interns will complete x 2 level 7 modules with University of Sunderland at 20 credits per module ( Clinical Skills in Health Module & Chronic Disease Management for Advanced Practitioners). A third module may be included at a later date (Leadership & Quality Improvement) to be completed in 2027.
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED GUIDANCE NOTES FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current 1st level NMC registration
- Degree in nursing studies
- Mentorship certificate/Practice Assessor training or demonstrable equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Have worked as a registered nurse for a minimum of 2 years
- Evidence of continued practice development
Desirable
- Experience of coordinating care for a caseload of patients
- Evidence of leading innovation in practice
- Experience of leading a team
- Evidence of leading change management
Other
Essential
- Anyone wishing to apply must confirm that:
- The content of the application is a true reflection of your experience and capability.
- You are 100% compliant with Trust Statutory and Mandatory training.
- You have Line Manager agreement to be released for study for 7.5 hrs each week for the duration of the Programme.
- You are willing to undertake Level 7 Chronic Disease Management for Advanced Practitioners, delivered by the University of Sunderland.
- You are willing to undertake the Clinical Skills in Healthcare module with the University of Sunderland.
- You have no formal cautions under the Attendance Policy.
- You have no formal warnings under the Disciplinary Policy.
- You are not subject to/ part of a formal investigation.
Reasons for applying
Essential
- What reason(s) do you have for applying for the LTC Internship programme?
- What would you like to achieve by being on the LTC Internship programme?
- Outline your short- and long-term career goals.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current 1st level NMC registration
- Degree in nursing studies
- Mentorship certificate/Practice Assessor training or demonstrable equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Have worked as a registered nurse for a minimum of 2 years
- Evidence of continued practice development
Desirable
- Experience of coordinating care for a caseload of patients
- Evidence of leading innovation in practice
- Experience of leading a team
- Evidence of leading change management
Other
Essential
- Anyone wishing to apply must confirm that:
- The content of the application is a true reflection of your experience and capability.
- You are 100% compliant with Trust Statutory and Mandatory training.
- You have Line Manager agreement to be released for study for 7.5 hrs each week for the duration of the Programme.
- You are willing to undertake Level 7 Chronic Disease Management for Advanced Practitioners, delivered by the University of Sunderland.
- You are willing to undertake the Clinical Skills in Healthcare module with the University of Sunderland.
- You have no formal cautions under the Attendance Policy.
- You have no formal warnings under the Disciplinary Policy.
- You are not subject to/ part of a formal investigation.
Reasons for applying
Essential
- What reason(s) do you have for applying for the LTC Internship programme?
- What would you like to achieve by being on the LTC Internship programme?
- Outline your short- and long-term career goals.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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