Job summary
By completing this application you are applying for a position in the Division of Surgery at UHDB across all of our sites. which includes:
Royal Derby Hospital.
Queens Hospital Burton.
We believe that having studied hard to gain your registration, you have demonstrated enthusiasm and commitment, and we look forward to benefiting from your knowledge, skills and most importantly your vision.
We pride ourselves on providing excellent support to our new to register colleagues by offering a comprehensive preceptorship programme, which aims to facilitate the transition of the student to the role of qualified practitioner by supporting the development of essential knowledge and skills.
Main duties of the job
As a registered nurse you will be responsible and accountable for the delivery of high quality, effective, and compassionate nursing interventions. This includes assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating of holistic and individualised care. This will be in line with local, Trust wide and national policies, procedures, values and behaviours.
About us
Our preceptorship programme is well established and successful: we guide and support all Newly Qualified Nurses and ensure you have a structured period of transition to support you throughout your career.
In return we will offer:
- Development opportunities, including both professional and leadership development.
- Ongoing support through every step of the way, from recruitment to when you join our team, and beyond.
- Friendly, supportive and caring colleagues.
- A variety of other staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car scheme
Job description
Job responsibilities
When completing your application we recommend that you use the person specification to structure your supporting information demonstrating how you meet the job description.
Please note that it is likely to be a very competitive recruitment process.
If successful at shortlisting you will be invited to an assessment centre. If you are successful at the assessment centre you will then be invited to interview.
Remember you are applying for a position within the Division of Surgery not for a specific area.
Job description
Job responsibilities
When completing your application we recommend that you use the person specification to structure your supporting information demonstrating how you meet the job description.
Please note that it is likely to be a very competitive recruitment process.
If successful at shortlisting you will be invited to an assessment centre. If you are successful at the assessment centre you will then be invited to interview.
Remember you are applying for a position within the Division of Surgery not for a specific area.
Person Specification
Knowledge, training and experience
Essential
- Has NMC PIN or working toward before or up to Sept 2025
- Experience in an acute UK hospital environment (can include placements during training)
- Competence in using IT applications (e.g., Clinical systems, Word, Outlook,)
Desirable
- Should not be registered for longer than 12months
- Experience in a specialty area as student e.g. ITU, MAU
Communication & Relationship skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively within a team and independently
Analytical, Judgement, Planning & Organisational Skills
Essential
- Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks
- Evidence of managing clinical workload.
- Awareness of problem solving, analyses, compare and interpret information before making a decision.
Flexible working
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly, including nights and weekends, to provide 24-hour cover.
Person Specification
Knowledge, training and experience
Essential
- Has NMC PIN or working toward before or up to Sept 2025
- Experience in an acute UK hospital environment (can include placements during training)
- Competence in using IT applications (e.g., Clinical systems, Word, Outlook,)
Desirable
- Should not be registered for longer than 12months
- Experience in a specialty area as student e.g. ITU, MAU
Communication & Relationship skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively within a team and independently
Analytical, Judgement, Planning & Organisational Skills
Essential
- Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks
- Evidence of managing clinical workload.
- Awareness of problem solving, analyses, compare and interpret information before making a decision.
Flexible working
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly, including nights and weekends, to provide 24-hour cover.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
across all UHDB Sites
Uttoxeter Road
Derby and Burton
DE22 3NE
Employer's website
https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
