Job summary
An
opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated individual to apply for
this band 6 role with a specialised interest in Pre-Op Assessment as part of the Ophthalmology
team. The successful candidate will support
the management structure in ophthalmology trustwide, Darlington Memorial Hospital and Bishop Auckland and will
also lead and head up the pre-assessment teams on both sites. This would then
give a specialist pre-operative assessment service to Ophthalmology including
shaping the Pre Assessment teams on both sites.
Main duties of the job
The
role requires you to be an experienced nurse who wants to expand into management
assisting the band 7 on both sites with a good specialised interst in pre-op
assessment to lead and support that team. The successful candidate will be a team
player, working effectively alongside a wide range of professionals, as well as
working autonously. You should have a holistic approach to care and the
advanced nursing skills to assess and evaluate patients suitability for the various
forms of anaesthesia.
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
From April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary, 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
To
support the band 7 in delivering the daily goals of the service in supporting
in all managerial requirements. To work as a team member of the ophthalmology
team on both sites and assist in the delivery of the pre-op assessment service
To deal with complex assessments for both routine and complex ophthalmology
patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To
support the band 7 in delivering the daily goals of the service in supporting
in all managerial requirements. To work as a team member of the ophthalmology
team on both sites and assist in the delivery of the pre-op assessment service
To deal with complex assessments for both routine and complex ophthalmology
patients.
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Willingness to undertake training if required
- Organised, reliable and flexible
- Able to demonstarte a innovative approach to practiced
- Able to work under pressure
- Enthusiasum
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Degree Level
- ENB 998 or C+G 730 or equivalent
Statutory Registration
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience to a high standard with some pre-op assessment
Desirable
- Experience of Ophthalmology Pre Op Assesement
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Willingness to undertake training if required
- Organised, reliable and flexible
- Able to demonstarte a innovative approach to practiced
- Able to work under pressure
- Enthusiasum
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Degree Level
- ENB 998 or C+G 730 or equivalent
Statutory Registration
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience to a high standard with some pre-op assessment
Desirable
- Experience of Ophthalmology Pre Op Assesement
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)
