International Nurse

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Are you an internationally educated nurse wanting to complete your NMC application to join the register and work as a registered nurse? If yes, then South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT) should be your choice of employer!

You must have successfully completed the IELTS/OET to the required standard, however, we welcome applications from international nurses who have still to pass the CBT.

We are looking for nurses who are enthusiastic and motivated, who can demonstrate a caring and compassionate attitude, who have a desire to provide high quality, effective and efficient patient care.

Please do not apply if you havent yet successfully completed the IELTS/OET.

The successful candidate must work well in a team and be able to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients and relatives/carers. You will be required to be receptive to change, dynamic and demonstrate active assistance and support when working as part of a team.

Main duties of the job

As an international nurse you will be supported with CBT (if required) and OSCE preparation. We will provide guidance, support and feedback throughout your transitional period, while you develop the necessary knowledge and skills in becoming a confident and competent practitioner. You will join the Trust as a Band 3 International Nurse until you have achieved full registration with the NMC.

If successful, you will be employed full-time by the Trust on a Skilled Worker Visa during which time you will be required to complete the OSCE and gain full NMC registration in line with the UKVI Skilled Worker Visa requirements. When successfully completed you will transfer to a Band 5 registered nurse position.

Successful candidates must be in a position to commence in post by 16th April 2024. If you currently hold a Tier 4 (student) visa, in line with UKVI requirements, in order to move to a Skilled Worker visa, you must complete your studies by April 2024.

Successful candidates must have

Successful completion of the IELTS/OET to the required standard.

Have registered nurse experience, within your own country of practice, within the previous 18-months.

Candidates need to show that they meet the NMC health, character and English language requirements as part of their application although candidates will be supported with CBT (if required) and OSCE.

Please note that interviews are scheduled to take place throughout December.

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 STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support.

The Trust employs around 8,300 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, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

Date posted

02 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-CRNM-1123-01

Job locations

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

South Tyneside District Hospital

Harton Lane

South Shields

NE34 0PL

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

To be responsible and accountable for the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate nursing care for patients designated to their care.

To always work to the NMC Code.

To supervise non-registered staff as stipulated by the NMC under the requirements of delegation.

Provide effective leadership and assist with the management and organisation of the ward/department in the absence of the Ward Manager or Junior Sister / Charge Nurse.

To comply with the trusts vision, values and behaviours

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

To be responsible and accountable for the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate nursing care for patients designated to their care.

To always work to the NMC Code.

To supervise non-registered staff as stipulated by the NMC under the requirements of delegation.

Provide effective leadership and assist with the management and organisation of the ward/department in the absence of the Ward Manager or Junior Sister / Charge Nurse.

To comply with the trusts vision, values and behaviours

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Registered nurse experience, within your own country of practice, within the previous 18-months.
Experience of dealing with complex and sensitive information

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Ability to work as a multi-disciplinary team member under appropriate supervision.
Ability to act as a role model for nursing students and other learners in the clinical setting.
Effective communication and good interpersonal skills, with patients, members of the public and other healthcare staff: verbal and written.
Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise.
Ability to deal with unpredictable workloads and situations
Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities.
Understanding of the NMC requirements for professional registration.
Key board skills and the ability to use Trusts IT systems.

Physical Skills

Essential

Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy

Qualifications

Essential

Internationally educated nurse currently residing in the UK.
Successful completion of the IELTS/OET.

Desirable

Successful completion of the CBT.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Registered nurse experience, within your own country of practice, within the previous 18-months.
Experience of dealing with complex and sensitive information

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Ability to work as a multi-disciplinary team member under appropriate supervision.
Ability to act as a role model for nursing students and other learners in the clinical setting.
Effective communication and good interpersonal skills, with patients, members of the public and other healthcare staff: verbal and written.
Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise.
Ability to deal with unpredictable workloads and situations
Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities.
Understanding of the NMC requirements for professional registration.
Key board skills and the ability to use Trusts IT systems.

Physical Skills

Essential

Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy

Qualifications

Essential

Internationally educated nurse currently residing in the UK.
Successful completion of the IELTS/OET.

Desirable

Successful completion of the CBT.

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).

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