Job summary
This advert is only open to applicants who are currently
employed by County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust.
Ward
41 is looking for a senior band 5 who is wanting to progress to the role of a
Band 6 Clinical Sister/Charge Nurse. They need to be highly motivated and eager
to maintain a high standard of care in a safe and caring environment. The role
will be to work as a Clinical nurse on the ward, showing leadership skills and
the ability to support and guide junior staff and to enhance the learning
experience of students.
Main duties of the job
Manage the ward in the absence of
the manager
Peform Return to work intrerviews
Stage 1 sickness
Appraisals
Allocate annual leave
Healthroster
Student allocation and appointing
assessor.
Health and safety
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 been employed for a minimum of two years
of as a HCA Band 3 within the NHS 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
This job entails caring for
patients with a variety of medical conditions. You will be involved the
assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. You will
work alongside members of the mutli-disclinpary team to ensure high quality care
is being delivered to our patients. You will be expected to administer
medication in various forms. You will be expected to work within the team but
also independently. You will liase with patients and their families to ensure a
safe and effective discharge. You will deputise for the ward manager in her
absence and where needed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This job entails caring for
patients with a variety of medical conditions. You will be involved the
assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. You will
work alongside members of the mutli-disclinpary team to ensure high quality care
is being delivered to our patients. You will be expected to administer
medication in various forms. You will be expected to work within the team but
also independently. You will liase with patients and their families to ensure a
safe and effective discharge. You will deputise for the ward manager in her
absence and where needed.
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Work within boundaries of NMC code of professional conduct
- Evidence of professional/Clinical development
- Knowledge of government policies and protocols
- Excellemt communication skills
- Demonstrate leadership skills
- Team player
- Demonstrate teaching and support skills
- Ability to work under pressure
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Recognised teaching certificate
Desirable
- BSc Nursing or willing to work towards it
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience at band 5
Desirable
- Experience of change management
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Work within boundaries of NMC code of professional conduct
- Evidence of professional/Clinical development
- Knowledge of government policies and protocols
- Excellemt communication skills
- Demonstrate leadership skills
- Team player
- Demonstrate teaching and support skills
- Ability to work under pressure
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Recognised teaching certificate
Desirable
- BSc Nursing or willing to work towards it
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience at band 5
Desirable
- Experience of change management
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)
