Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic Staff Nurse to join the
team in the Trauma and Orthopaedic Outpatient Department at Darlington Memorial
Hospital.
Clinics run between 08.00-17.30 Monday to Friday
and mornings only at the weekends. Our team comprises of Registered nurses,
Health Care Assistants, Orthopaedic Consultants, Registrars and Physio Practitioners.
Our service provides a mixture of fracture and elective clinics and we care for
paediatric and adult patients. We work closely with the X-Ray department and
the plaster room. We also run a
dressings clinic for trauma and post operative patients each morining.
Main duties of the job
To provide and maintain a high standard of evidence based,
patient centred care. To demonstrate good interpersonal skills and to develop
practical skills required within the speciality, whist reflecting the
philosophy of care.
To deliver patient care on a daily basis, using the systems
in place in the department for a multi-disciplinary approach to patient-centred
care delivery, which builds on the philosophy of greater involvement of
patients and their relatives/carers by using the Trusts patient and public
involvement strategy.
Experienced Band 5 post holders will also
provide effective clinical and managerial leadership of the department, in the
absence of the senior members of the team, which empowers staff to deliver patient
centred evidenced based nursing care.
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 be an integral member of the Trauma and Orthopaedic Outpatient
Department team. Prioritising and managing outpatient clinics in a professional
manner. Liaising with the Multi-Disciplinary team, patients & relatives.
Communicate sensitive clinical information with patients, relatives and carers
in a way that takes into account the level of understanding and any barriers that
may have an impact on the individual receiving and understanding the
information, face to face and via the telephone on a frequent daily basis.
Acting as patients advocate, ensuring that the patient has
understood the consultation and the plan of treatment, and has had the
opportunity to voice any concerns or questions. Provide supporting literature
andverbal advice as required. Escort patients to other wards or departments,
completing necessary documentation, giving comprehensive explanation to patient
and handover to ward staff.
To provide advice, guidance and
support to HCAs, learners and newstaff working within the department.
Multi-disciplinary approach to patient-centred care delivery, which builds on
the philosophy of greater involvement of patients and their relatives/carers by
using the Trusts patient and public involvement strategy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be an integral member of the Trauma and Orthopaedic Outpatient
Department team. Prioritising and managing outpatient clinics in a professional
manner. Liaising with the Multi-Disciplinary team, patients & relatives.
Communicate sensitive clinical information with patients, relatives and carers
in a way that takes into account the level of understanding and any barriers that
may have an impact on the individual receiving and understanding the
information, face to face and via the telephone on a frequent daily basis.
Acting as patients advocate, ensuring that the patient has
understood the consultation and the plan of treatment, and has had the
opportunity to voice any concerns or questions. Provide supporting literature
andverbal advice as required. Escort patients to other wards or departments,
completing necessary documentation, giving comprehensive explanation to patient
and handover to ward staff.
To provide advice, guidance and
support to HCAs, learners and newstaff working within the department.
Multi-disciplinary approach to patient-centred care delivery, which builds on
the philosophy of greater involvement of patients and their relatives/carers by
using the Trusts patient and public involvement strategy.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience
- Knowledge of trauma and orthopaedic conditions
Desirable
- Orthopaedic experience
- Knowledge of wound care
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Safeguarding Adult and Children Level three
- Student Nurse mentorship
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake training and develop competencies in the specialist skills of the departmental speciality
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Current 1st level registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
Desirable
- Evidence of PDP and continuous education
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.
Desirable
- Familiar with Trust IT systems:- Powerchart and CITO Teaching certification.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience
- Knowledge of trauma and orthopaedic conditions
Desirable
- Orthopaedic experience
- Knowledge of wound care
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Safeguarding Adult and Children Level three
- Student Nurse mentorship
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake training and develop competencies in the specialist skills of the departmental speciality
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Current 1st level registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
Desirable
- Evidence of PDP and continuous education
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.
Desirable
- Familiar with Trust IT systems:- Powerchart and CITO Teaching certification.
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)
