Job summary
An opportunity has
arisen for the position of clinical sister ward 1 Chester le street Community Hospital. If you enjoy working in a
busy environment, have excellent inter-personal skills and are committed to
providing the highest quality care for our patients then we look forward to
receiving your application form. We are
a busy 23 bedded rehabilitation unit which is nurse and therapy led. Ensuring
an intergrated approach for the benefit of out patients
As a team we strive towards delivering a high
standard of care and this is reflected in the feedback we receive from the
patients and relatives who have had experience of being on our ward.
Main duties of the job
Ward 1 is a 23 bedded elderly rehabiltation ward. We accept patients from the acute wards,
direct from accident and emergency and from other organisations.
To supervise, support and educate junior members of the
team, acting as a role model.
Support ward/department manager to ensure organisational
goals/objectives are met within ward/department and policies are adhered too
When taking charge of the ward/department or in the absence
of the ward/department manager, is directly responsible for ensuring that
clinical, professional and cleanliness standards are maintained in the entire
ward/department.
To ensure effective communication internally and externally,
regarding patient care and resources
responsible for your teams appraisals.
Participate in ward Audits
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
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
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For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years
of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months)
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be responsible and accountable for the safe, effective
and compassionate nursing care for all patients in a ward/department area.
To exercise accountability as set out in the NMC Code.
To supervise, support and educate junior members of the
team, acting as a role model.
Support ward/department manager to ensure organisational
goals/objectives are met within ward/department.
When taking charge of the ward/department or in the absence
of the ward/department manager, is directly responsible for ensuring that
clinical, professional and cleanliness standards are maintained in the entire
ward/department.
To ensure effective communication internally and
externally, regarding patient care and resources.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be responsible and accountable for the safe, effective
and compassionate nursing care for all patients in a ward/department area.
To exercise accountability as set out in the NMC Code.
To supervise, support and educate junior members of the
team, acting as a role model.
Support ward/department manager to ensure organisational
goals/objectives are met within ward/department.
When taking charge of the ward/department or in the absence
of the ward/department manager, is directly responsible for ensuring that
clinical, professional and cleanliness standards are maintained in the entire
ward/department.
To ensure effective communication internally and
externally, regarding patient care and resources.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience at band 5 level, people management, clinical skills and experience in older persons management
Desirable
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Active 1st Level NMC Registration
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN with current NMC level 1 registration teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent
Desirable
- Degree or equivalent experience
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Positive and motivated
- Effective communicator
- Team worker
- Able to prioritise and work to deadlines
- Keen to develop within the role
- Aware of current drivers within the NHS
Desirable
- Venepuncture, cannulation, wound care Experience of report writing
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience at band 5 level, people management, clinical skills and experience in older persons management
Desirable
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Active 1st Level NMC Registration
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN with current NMC level 1 registration teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent
Desirable
- Degree or equivalent experience
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Positive and motivated
- Effective communicator
- Team worker
- Able to prioritise and work to deadlines
- Keen to develop within the role
- Aware of current drivers within the NHS
Desirable
- Venepuncture, cannulation, wound care Experience of report writing
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
Chester Le Street Community Hospital
Front Street
Chester Le Street
County Durham
DH3 3AT
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
