Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Staff Nurse
at Darlington Memorial Hospital. The post will
be based in the Cardiac Day Unit and
will give the successful candidate the opportunity to develop both knowledge
and skills, caring for patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional Caridology
procedures.
The area is innovative and challenging and gives
a great opportunity for you to join a highly skilled, dynamic and friendly
multidisciplinary team.
Main duties of the job
The Unit prides itself on delivering the highest standards
of nursing care. The successful candidate will
assist Medical Staff in the lab with patients who are undergoing
interventional and diagnostic procedures, e.g Pacemaker insertion, Angiography,
Dobutamine Stress Echo and also provide both pre and post procedure 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
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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
We are looking for a dedicated and highly motivated nurse
and whilst previous experience is desirable
full training will be given. A
compassionate and caring nature alongside excellent communication, clinical
leadership, sound decision making and organisational skills are essential for
this position
Demonstrate a high
standard of practice in assessing, implementing and evaluating patient care
To provide pre and post procedure care and to assist Medical
Staff with Cardiology diagnostic day case procedures including, Angiography,
Pacemaker Insertion, TOE and Dobutamine Stress Test
To be involved in service development in collaboration with
Department Manager/Charge Nurse and colleagues within the Multi Disciplinary
Team
To promote and engage in a nurse-led environment
ensuring that care is delivered as per trust policies and procedures and in
accordance with evidence based practice in line with agreed national standards
for clinical practice
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a dedicated and highly motivated nurse
and whilst previous experience is desirable
full training will be given. A
compassionate and caring nature alongside excellent communication, clinical
leadership, sound decision making and organisational skills are essential for
this position
Demonstrate a high
standard of practice in assessing, implementing and evaluating patient care
To provide pre and post procedure care and to assist Medical
Staff with Cardiology diagnostic day case procedures including, Angiography,
Pacemaker Insertion, TOE and Dobutamine Stress Test
To be involved in service development in collaboration with
Department Manager/Charge Nurse and colleagues within the Multi Disciplinary
Team
To promote and engage in a nurse-led environment
ensuring that care is delivered as per trust policies and procedures and in
accordance with evidence based practice in line with agreed national standards
for clinical practice
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Post registration experience desirable, but training will be given.
- Experience of clinical audit
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN
- Diploma/Degree
- Excellent standards of nursing care
Desirable
- Teaching/ mentoring qualification
- Relevant post qualification experience
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Awareness of Health and Safety / Clinical Governance issues.
- Experience of using EPR on a regular basis
- Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Experience in an interventional setting eg. Cardiac Cath. Lab, X-Ray, Theatres/anaesthetics
- Experience in Cardiology
- Clinical Skills IV cannulation, venepuncture, ECG.
Statutory Registration
Essential
- UK RGN NMC registration
- DBS clearance
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Post registration experience desirable, but training will be given.
- Experience of clinical audit
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN
- Diploma/Degree
- Excellent standards of nursing care
Desirable
- Teaching/ mentoring qualification
- Relevant post qualification experience
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Awareness of Health and Safety / Clinical Governance issues.
- Experience of using EPR on a regular basis
- Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Experience in an interventional setting eg. Cardiac Cath. Lab, X-Ray, Theatres/anaesthetics
- Experience in Cardiology
- Clinical Skills IV cannulation, venepuncture, ECG.
Statutory Registration
Essential
- UK RGN NMC registration
- DBS clearance
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)
