Job summary
An
exciting opportunity has arisen, for an senior sister to join an esatblished
team in the Emergency Department at Darlington Memorial Hospital .
Would you like to work in
an environment where you are highly supported and no 2 days are the same.
You would be working in a area where you can utilise your knowledge
and skills. In an area where you can enhance and develop your existing
knowledge and skills in order to ensure a gold stanadrd of care is delivered to
our patients attending the Emergency Department .
To show leadership skillls
and deliver safe and effective care and working alongside a multidisiplanary
team .
To support and deliver
performance and flow within the Emergency Department .
Main duties of the job
The
post holder will be responsible for the safe delivery of care to patients in
the Emergency setting. Lead the team on a daily
basis ensuring patient safety, aassisting to maintain flow through the
department. To be involoved in the support and development of junior members of
the Team.
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
The
Band 7 Senior sister within the Emergency Department is managing a busy acute department, this role
involves the support and development of junior staff members .Which includes
the managing of staff including sickness and appraisals. Managing of staffing
rotas Dealing with complaints and assisting the
Ward Manager with the recruitment process.Planning and delivery of
nursing care that reflects current patient care needs.
Evaluation of care in
collaboration with patient / carers and multidisciplinary team.
Involved in the care of
trauma patients and resuscitation of critically unwell patients. Ensuring
accurate documentation of
nursing care delivered , Awareness of and co-operating in maintaining Accident
and Emergency health care targets in the best interest of the patient.
Follow policy and procedure
accurately for Safeguarding
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
Band 7 Senior sister within the Emergency Department is managing a busy acute department, this role
involves the support and development of junior staff members .Which includes
the managing of staff including sickness and appraisals. Managing of staffing
rotas Dealing with complaints and assisting the
Ward Manager with the recruitment process.Planning and delivery of
nursing care that reflects current patient care needs.
Evaluation of care in
collaboration with patient / carers and multidisciplinary team.
Involved in the care of
trauma patients and resuscitation of critically unwell patients. Ensuring
accurate documentation of
nursing care delivered , Awareness of and co-operating in maintaining Accident
and Emergency health care targets in the best interest of the patient.
Follow policy and procedure
accurately for Safeguarding
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN.
- Working in high pressured dynamic situations.
- Advanced communication with all disciplines.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse who holds a NMC registration.
- Degree in health related subject /evidence of degree level study
- ILS/PILS
- ALS/EPALS or willing to work towards
- Self-motivated with inspirational leadership skills.
- Mentorship / Supervisor Qualification
Desirable
Special Requirements
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Positive and enthusiastic attitude.
- Flexible and adaptable with regard to shift patterns.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of personal development.
- Leadership Skills.
- Organisational and Management.
- Teaching / Mentorship.
- Good communication skills and interpersonal skills.
- Work effectively under pressure.
- Proven ability in teaching others via a teaching and assessment qualification or relevant experience.
- Evidence of effective audit and budget management.
- Proven clinical credibility at a senior nursing level.
Desirable
- Computer literate with ability to use relevant systems e.g. Systm One , Excel, Word, Teams.
- Evidence of relevant clinical experience, e.g. Urgent, Primary or unscheduled Care or similar.
Experience
Essential
- Experience at Band 6 level in Emergency Department.
- Development of management skills whilst in the Band 6 role.
- Evidence of extensive knowledge and skills in Emergency Department Nursing.
- Working in high pressured dynamic situations.
- Advanced communication with all disciplines.
Desirable
- Evidence of budgetary control.
- Evidence of inspirational leadership.
-
- Leadership/Management qualification.
- Evidence of change management.
- Evidence of knowledge and experience of patient flow through Emergency Departments.
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN.
- Working in high pressured dynamic situations.
- Advanced communication with all disciplines.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse who holds a NMC registration.
- Degree in health related subject /evidence of degree level study
- ILS/PILS
- ALS/EPALS or willing to work towards
- Self-motivated with inspirational leadership skills.
- Mentorship / Supervisor Qualification
Desirable
Special Requirements
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Positive and enthusiastic attitude.
- Flexible and adaptable with regard to shift patterns.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of personal development.
- Leadership Skills.
- Organisational and Management.
- Teaching / Mentorship.
- Good communication skills and interpersonal skills.
- Work effectively under pressure.
- Proven ability in teaching others via a teaching and assessment qualification or relevant experience.
- Evidence of effective audit and budget management.
- Proven clinical credibility at a senior nursing level.
Desirable
- Computer literate with ability to use relevant systems e.g. Systm One , Excel, Word, Teams.
- Evidence of relevant clinical experience, e.g. Urgent, Primary or unscheduled Care or similar.
Experience
Essential
- Experience at Band 6 level in Emergency Department.
- Development of management skills whilst in the Band 6 role.
- Evidence of extensive knowledge and skills in Emergency Department Nursing.
- Working in high pressured dynamic situations.
- Advanced communication with all disciplines.
Desirable
- Evidence of budgetary control.
- Evidence of inspirational leadership.
-
- Leadership/Management qualification.
- Evidence of change management.
- Evidence of knowledge and experience of patient flow through Emergency Departments.
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)
