Job summary
An
exciting opportunity has arisen for a staff nurse to join our respiratory
medical ward based at DMH. We are currently a 38 bedded ward and an 8 bedded
ARU who care for patients with a range of respiratory conditions. We are a very
strong, efficient team that take pride in the high standard of care we deliver.
We use treatments like non invasive ventilation, BIPAP and CPAP, and also use
high flow nasal oxygen. These patients are level 2 care and any new starters,
within time will become respiratory trained to care for these patients. Our 8
high dependency respiratory beds are used for those patient with greater need
for respiratory support, i.e. high flow nasal oxygen, non-invasive ventilation
If
you are passionate about high standards of care, are interested in respiratory
medicine and like to make a difference to patients and their families, apply
now.
Main duties of the job
The
post holder will be reposonsible for delivering a high standard of care to
patients and their loved ones. They will oragnise and plan care, depending upon
the patients needs ensuring all care needs are met. They will be accountable
for their care and supported by colleagues.
Within time, the post
holder will be respiratory trained which will mean they can deliver treatements
like BIPAP and CPAP, they will increase their knowledge base around blood gases
and be able to interpret them, responding to them appropriately.
The post holder will be
supported to develop their continuing professional development by attending
appropriate training and encouraged to increase their knowledge base. In line
with the NMC revalidation, the post holder will be supported in order to attain
all the criteria to revalidate.
We care for a variety of
patients with both acute & long term respiratory conditions including:
COPD,Cystic
Fibrosis,Type 1 & Type 2 Respiratory Failure,Pulmonary
Fibrosis,Pneumothorax ,Bronchiectasis,Lung Cancer,Pleural Effusions,Asthma. We
offer great opportunities to develop advanced nursing skills and abilities.
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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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
MAIN
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- To assess patients needs
and develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care.
- To organise the delivery
of nursing care, deploying staff effectively.
- To be aware of, and
communicate to team members, changes to patient information and treatment
plans, both verbally and in writing.
- To adhere to NMC
standards of record keeping.
- To assist the Ward Sister
in setting, monitoring and maintaining standards of care.
- To participate in nursing
audit and service improvement activities eg Essence of Care
- To be aware of resource
constraints and the importance of working within budget.
- To provide advice and act
as role model to other members of the team.
- To be proactive in
managing risk and maintaining patient safety.
- To supervise the work of
nursing support staff, ensuring tasks undertaken have been delegated
appropriately.
- To contribute to the
day-to-day management of the Directorate, co-operating with colleagues to
provide an appropriate level of nursing service and to address bed management
issues.- To participate in education and training of junior staff.
- To involve
patients/carers in the planning and delivery of care.
- To participate in
clinical supervision.
- To assist in resolving
conflict and defusing situations where appropriate.
- To promote a positive and
professional image of nursing at all times.
We offer great
opportunities to develop advanced nursing skills and abilities. You will gain
competencies in the following clinical skills:
Tracheostomy care
Non-invasive ventilation
Chest Drain Management
Oxygen therapy
End of life care
The ward can be an
extremely busy and challenging environment however it is a friendly, supportive
place to work and we are proud of our team and of the care we deliver. The ward
team has excellent support from the Consultant Respiratory Physicians and has a
good working relationship with the Respiratory Nurse Specialists.
Dont
worry if you are newly qualified as we
will support you in developing your Respiratory knowledge & skills through
our team of supportive staff & formal education programme with Consultant
Respiratory Physicians, Specialist Respiratory Nurses and the wider
multi-disciplinary team
Job description
Job responsibilities
MAIN
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- To assess patients needs
and develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care.
- To organise the delivery
of nursing care, deploying staff effectively.
- To be aware of, and
communicate to team members, changes to patient information and treatment
plans, both verbally and in writing.
- To adhere to NMC
standards of record keeping.
- To assist the Ward Sister
in setting, monitoring and maintaining standards of care.
- To participate in nursing
audit and service improvement activities eg Essence of Care
- To be aware of resource
constraints and the importance of working within budget.
- To provide advice and act
as role model to other members of the team.
- To be proactive in
managing risk and maintaining patient safety.
- To supervise the work of
nursing support staff, ensuring tasks undertaken have been delegated
appropriately.
- To contribute to the
day-to-day management of the Directorate, co-operating with colleagues to
provide an appropriate level of nursing service and to address bed management
issues.- To participate in education and training of junior staff.
- To involve
patients/carers in the planning and delivery of care.
- To participate in
clinical supervision.
- To assist in resolving
conflict and defusing situations where appropriate.
- To promote a positive and
professional image of nursing at all times.
We offer great
opportunities to develop advanced nursing skills and abilities. You will gain
competencies in the following clinical skills:
Tracheostomy care
Non-invasive ventilation
Chest Drain Management
Oxygen therapy
End of life care
The ward can be an
extremely busy and challenging environment however it is a friendly, supportive
place to work and we are proud of our team and of the care we deliver. The ward
team has excellent support from the Consultant Respiratory Physicians and has a
good working relationship with the Respiratory Nurse Specialists.
Dont
worry if you are newly qualified as we
will support you in developing your Respiratory knowledge & skills through
our team of supportive staff & formal education programme with Consultant
Respiratory Physicians, Specialist Respiratory Nurses and the wider
multi-disciplinary team
Person Specification
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registrant, diploma or degree.
- Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Respiratory modules / training
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Desirable
Experience
Desirable
- Staff nurse experience
- Respiratory care
- Palliative care
- Audits
Person Specification
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registrant, diploma or degree.
- Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Respiratory modules / training
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Desirable
Experience
Desirable
- Staff nurse experience
- Respiratory care
- Palliative care
- Audits
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)
