Job summary
Thankyou for considering
this exciting opportunity.
We are seeking to
appoint enthusiastic a band 6 ward
sister to join our team on a 32 bedded endocrinology ward at UHND.
Do you have a passion for
helping people and enjoy fast pace environments? Are you compassionate and keen to learn? Do you enjoy being part of a strong, positive
team? If so, this could be your
opportunity to join our friendly, supportive
team here within Integrated Medicine care group at UHND
Within
Ward 6 we strive towards delivering a high standard of care to each and every
patient we have the privelege to care for. Our nurses and healthcare assistants
make this happen and we would love to hear from you if you believe that you have your own individual strengths and
qualities to add to our team.
Main duties of the job
This post is for a qualified nurse who wants to
further their experience and skills in nursing and move into a senior
leadership position.. The post holder will be expected to demonstrate good
clinical skills and will be responsible for individualised care of patients.
They should be able to lead on education and supervision of learners. Be able
to supervise and co-ordinate other staff as appropriate. Take charge of the
ward in the absence of the ward manager. To facilitate early discharge planning
enabling appropriate arrangements to be in place for patients leaving hospital,
making referrals and providing information to community services, as required,
in order to achieve a safe and timely discharge from hospital. Demonstrate
compassion and empathy at all times. The post holder will have good clinical
decision making and be able to support junior nurses with their development,
they be well organised and keen to engage with staff and lead them to
excellence.
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
The main
duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person
specification document, that is attached to this vacancy. Please ensure to read
through to further your understanding of the role
Job description
Job responsibilities
The main
duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person
specification document, that is attached to this vacancy. Please ensure to read
through to further your understanding of the role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse qualification
Desirable
- Understanding of acute diabetes care
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Ability to lead a team.
- Able to be Flexible to ensure service needs are met.
- Able to attend training sessions relevant to post
- Be a compassionate individual
- Demonstrate kindness
Experience
Essential
- Post registration expereince
- Experience of nursing acutely unwell patients
- Experience of taking charge of a shift in the absence of more senior staff
- Experience of working with people
- Experience of health roster (or similar staffing system)
Desirable
- Leading a ward in the absence of a ward manager
- Diabetes management
Special Requirements
Essential
- Patient Focused: Understands how their role impacts on the patient journey, and a willingness to place the patient at the centre of what they do
- Achieving Results: Experience of successfully working to deadlines and completing tasks.
- Inspirational Leadership: Keen to develop themselves and others, open to new ideas and willing to share their experience with others.
- Maximising Value: Takes ownership of problems and does not overly complicate matters or involve colleagues unnecessarily
- Working Together: Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of colleagues
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse qualification
Desirable
- Understanding of acute diabetes care
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Ability to lead a team.
- Able to be Flexible to ensure service needs are met.
- Able to attend training sessions relevant to post
- Be a compassionate individual
- Demonstrate kindness
Experience
Essential
- Post registration expereince
- Experience of nursing acutely unwell patients
- Experience of taking charge of a shift in the absence of more senior staff
- Experience of working with people
- Experience of health roster (or similar staffing system)
Desirable
- Leading a ward in the absence of a ward manager
- Diabetes management
Special Requirements
Essential
- Patient Focused: Understands how their role impacts on the patient journey, and a willingness to place the patient at the centre of what they do
- Achieving Results: Experience of successfully working to deadlines and completing tasks.
- Inspirational Leadership: Keen to develop themselves and others, open to new ideas and willing to share their experience with others.
- Maximising Value: Takes ownership of problems and does not overly complicate matters or involve colleagues unnecessarily
- Working Together: Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of colleagues
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).
