Job summary
To function without direct supervision within the department
and facilitate the smooth running of clinics within the appointed times.
Treat patients according to their individual needs and
prescription, acting as their advocate as required.
Supervise the nursing team on a day to day basis, referring
to the department manager when necessary.
Manage the department in the absence of a senior
team when required.
Main duties of the job
To provide nursing assistance and
technical support within the clinics.
To provide advice to patient's
within the department, enabling optimum treatment, via face to face, telephone
enquiries and through health promotion information and/or information leaflets.
Teaching new skills to patients to
manage self-care.
Act as a mentor to students.
Supervision and training of
unqualified and newly appointed staff.
Ability to respond appropriately,
giving support to distressed patients, relatives and carers during and
following consultation.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of
the Trust Personnel and Health and Safety policies.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
We are unable to offer sponsorship for roles that do not require a professional registration, to apply you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
Liaising with the Multidisciplinary
Team to ensure the smooth running of the department.
Prepare and manage the Virtual Fracture Clinic as well as Elective
and Trauma Orthopaedic clinics, working closely within the team and on a one to
one basis with the senior Orthopaedic Team.
Organising patient reviews and follow up appointments.
Wound assessment and management application of Orthopaedic
devices (Walking Boots, Knee Braces, Futura splints)
Communicating professionally with the patients and
relatives, assisting with any of their queries and resolving issues
effectively.
Pre-assess patients that have been listed for trauma surgery.
Running the Nurse led wound clinic independently.
Have the ability to obtain blood and swab samples as well as
the ability to record Electrocardiograms.
To ensure all mandatory training and NMC revalidation is up
to date at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Liaising with the Multidisciplinary
Team to ensure the smooth running of the department.
Prepare and manage the Virtual Fracture Clinic as well as Elective
and Trauma Orthopaedic clinics, working closely within the team and on a one to
one basis with the senior Orthopaedic Team.
Organising patient reviews and follow up appointments.
Wound assessment and management application of Orthopaedic
devices (Walking Boots, Knee Braces, Futura splints)
Communicating professionally with the patients and
relatives, assisting with any of their queries and resolving issues
effectively.
Pre-assess patients that have been listed for trauma surgery.
Running the Nurse led wound clinic independently.
Have the ability to obtain blood and swab samples as well as
the ability to record Electrocardiograms.
To ensure all mandatory training and NMC revalidation is up
to date at all times.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
- Familiar with Trust IT systems:-
- Powerchart and CITO
- Teaching certification
Experience
Essential
- One year post registration experience
Desirable
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Current 1st level registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
Desirable
- Evidence of PDP and continuous education
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Safeguarding Children Level three
- Student Nurse mentorship
Special Requirements
Essential
- Confidence to work with a large group of people
- Ability to organise a large caseload of patients and organise the work of others while under pressure.
- Able to work across Trust sites
- Able to manage complaints and de-escalate concerns
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
- Familiar with Trust IT systems:-
- Powerchart and CITO
- Teaching certification
Experience
Essential
- One year post registration experience
Desirable
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Current 1st level registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
Desirable
- Evidence of PDP and continuous education
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Safeguarding Children Level three
- Student Nurse mentorship
Special Requirements
Essential
- Confidence to work with a large group of people
- Ability to organise a large caseload of patients and organise the work of others while under pressure.
- Able to work across Trust sites
- Able to manage complaints and de-escalate concerns
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.
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.
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
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
