Job summary
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced,
motivated and reliable individual on our Cardiology Ward as a Junior
Sister/Charge Nurse.
The Acute Cardiac Unit/ ward 11 cares for 25 patients with a wide range of Cardiac conditions such as Myocardial
Infarction, Heart Failure, Cardiac Arrhythmias, Heart valve disease, and
Endocarditis. Also patients with devices such as Pacemakers and ICDs.
We are looking for a compassionate, enthusiastic leader with
a positive can do attitude to join our well established and friendly team here
on the Acute Cardiac Unit/ ward 11.
Who demonstrates line management
responsibilities but also someone who will act as a role model exhibiting
excellent values and behaviours, inspiring others leading change and
implementing best practice
Main duties of the job
As the Cardiology Junior Sister/Charge Nurse you will be
expected to be an expert in all areas of General and Cardiac Nursing Care.
You will provide
daily clinical and managerial leadership to our Nursing team and in the Ward
Managers absence and support staff in the delivery of evidence based patient
centred care.
You will be responsible for ensuring all care is
delivered according to Trust policies and procedures. Utilising clinical audit,
research, supervision of practice and teaching, they will monitor and improve standards
of care by efficient and effective use of resources
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 £23,200, to apply you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. 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
As a Junior Sister/Charge nurse you will be expected to care
for a wide range of patients with cardiology conditions establishing and
maintaining effective communication with individuals and groups about difficult
or complex matters overcoming any problems/barriers in communication.
You will be expected to coordinate the ward on a day to day
basis in the absence of the Ward Manager working alongside other MDT members
facilitating safe and effective flow of patients.
You will be familiar with the role and its requirements,
deputising for the Ward Manager in her absence and supporting and developing
skills and knowledge of junior staff.
You must be motivated
and enthusiastic, able to adapt quickly to changing needs of patients and the
ward, be flexible and hard-working, working autonomously as well as part of the
team. If you think you would like the challenge and career development a Band 6
can offer then please apply.
Cardiology experience is preferred but not
essential. There are also educational opportunities to further develop
cardiology nursing practice and leadership skills
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Junior Sister/Charge nurse you will be expected to care
for a wide range of patients with cardiology conditions establishing and
maintaining effective communication with individuals and groups about difficult
or complex matters overcoming any problems/barriers in communication.
You will be expected to coordinate the ward on a day to day
basis in the absence of the Ward Manager working alongside other MDT members
facilitating safe and effective flow of patients.
You will be familiar with the role and its requirements,
deputising for the Ward Manager in her absence and supporting and developing
skills and knowledge of junior staff.
You must be motivated
and enthusiastic, able to adapt quickly to changing needs of patients and the
ward, be flexible and hard-working, working autonomously as well as part of the
team. If you think you would like the challenge and career development a Band 6
can offer then please apply.
Cardiology experience is preferred but not
essential. There are also educational opportunities to further develop
cardiology nursing practice and leadership skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN with current NMC registration
- Teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent
- Excellent standards of nursing care
- Relevant mentorship course
Desirable
- Diploma/1st level degree
- Post registration qualification in specialty
- Courses related to management
- ECG interpretation course
- Chest pain module
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience at Band 5
- People management experience
- Working effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of clinical audit
Desirable
- Complaints management experience
- Budget management experience
- Change management experience
- Interview skills
- Project work
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent Clinical Skills
- Excellent communication skills able to communicate complex and highly sensitive information to patients and relatives overcoming barriers to understanding.
- Excellent negotiation skills
- Teaching skills
- Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing
- Up to date professional & specialist knowledge
Special Requirements
Essential
- High level of personal & professional credibility
- Supportive of colleagues
- Organised
- Reliable
- Flexible
- Motivated
- Enthusiastic
- Articulate
- Conscientious
- Assertive
- Innovative approaches to practice
- Ability to work under pressure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN with current NMC registration
- Teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent
- Excellent standards of nursing care
- Relevant mentorship course
Desirable
- Diploma/1st level degree
- Post registration qualification in specialty
- Courses related to management
- ECG interpretation course
- Chest pain module
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience at Band 5
- People management experience
- Working effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of clinical audit
Desirable
- Complaints management experience
- Budget management experience
- Change management experience
- Interview skills
- Project work
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent Clinical Skills
- Excellent communication skills able to communicate complex and highly sensitive information to patients and relatives overcoming barriers to understanding.
- Excellent negotiation skills
- Teaching skills
- Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing
- Up to date professional & specialist knowledge
Special Requirements
Essential
- High level of personal & professional credibility
- Supportive of colleagues
- Organised
- Reliable
- Flexible
- Motivated
- Enthusiastic
- Articulate
- Conscientious
- Assertive
- Innovative approaches to practice
- Ability to work under pressure
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).
