Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Staff Nurse (AFC Band 5) to
join the General Outpatient Department at the North of the Trust this includes
UHND, CLS, SBH and SCH. This role will include working in all clinics in the
department.
To work as part of the immediate team, wider team and the
ability to independently travel across all sites. To manage and facilitate the smooth running
of clinics, demonstrating clinical competence in all areas of the outpatients
setting and specialities.
Main duties of the job
To treat patients according to their individual needs in a
non-judgemental manner, ensuring that all patients needs are met. To act as a chaperone and Patient advocate as
and when necessary following the Trust Protocols.
To have the ability to work without direct supervision. To be an effective team leader with the
ability and confidence to supervise junior members of staff. To act as a role model to both Staff,
Students and Service Users alike whilst maintaining confidentiality at all
times.
To be proactive, dynamic, enthusiastic and take charge of
the department, in the absence of the department manager and confident with own
decision making. To be supportive to
colleagues and possess excellent communication skills.
To undertake any training and development opportunities to
become competent to cover all aspects of the outpatients clinics, specialised
clinics and clinical procedures.
To ensure you adhere to Trust and Department
values of kindness and respect.
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
To provide nursing support within all clinics demonstrating
clinical competence in all aspects of the outpatients setting. To be able to multi-task and competent in all
specialties across all sites.
To provide advice and support to patients attending clinics
to enhance and enable patients to reach optimum health through knowledge,
experience and health promotion.
Depending upon experience, act as a mentor to supervise
students, newly appointed staff and unqualified staff. To utilise knowledge and have the skills to
deliver the best possible evidence based training.
Able to work well under pressure and the confidence to
challenge unwanted behaviours. To be
able to respond accordingly to patients, relatives or carers who maybe
distressed following a clinic consultation.
Possess the skills needed e.g. Team Leader Skills to
deputise and supervise the nursing team in the absence of the department
manager, referring to the to the department manager when necessary.
To have knowledge of Long Term Health Conditions.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Trusts Health and
safety Policies.
Able to respond appropriately by providing support to
patients, relatives and carers who may be distressed both during and following
clinic consultations.
The ability to supervise the nursing team,
referring and escalating to the department manager when necessary.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide nursing support within all clinics demonstrating
clinical competence in all aspects of the outpatients setting. To be able to multi-task and competent in all
specialties across all sites.
To provide advice and support to patients attending clinics
to enhance and enable patients to reach optimum health through knowledge,
experience and health promotion.
Depending upon experience, act as a mentor to supervise
students, newly appointed staff and unqualified staff. To utilise knowledge and have the skills to
deliver the best possible evidence based training.
Able to work well under pressure and the confidence to
challenge unwanted behaviours. To be
able to respond accordingly to patients, relatives or carers who maybe
distressed following a clinic consultation.
Possess the skills needed e.g. Team Leader Skills to
deputise and supervise the nursing team in the absence of the department
manager, referring to the to the department manager when necessary.
To have knowledge of Long Term Health Conditions.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Trusts Health and
safety Policies.
Able to respond appropriately by providing support to
patients, relatives and carers who may be distressed both during and following
clinic consultations.
The ability to supervise the nursing team,
referring and escalating to the department manager when necessary.
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Confidence to work with a large group of people Ability to organise oneself and the work of others whist under pressure Ability to work across sites within CDDFT Patient Focused: Understands how their role impacts on the patient journey, and a willingness to place the patient at the centre of what they do Achieving Results: Experience of successfully working to deadlines and completing tasks. Inspirational Leadership: Keen to develop themselves and others, open to new ideas and willing to share their experience with others. Maximising Value: Takes ownership of problems and does not overly complicate matters or involve colleagues unnecessarily Working Together: Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of colleagues
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Desirable
- Familiarity with trust IT systems Teaching certificate
Experience
Essential
- Post Registration experience
Desirable
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Safeguarding Level 2 and 3
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Confidence to work with a large group of people Ability to organise oneself and the work of others whist under pressure Ability to work across sites within CDDFT Patient Focused: Understands how their role impacts on the patient journey, and a willingness to place the patient at the centre of what they do Achieving Results: Experience of successfully working to deadlines and completing tasks. Inspirational Leadership: Keen to develop themselves and others, open to new ideas and willing to share their experience with others. Maximising Value: Takes ownership of problems and does not overly complicate matters or involve colleagues unnecessarily Working Together: Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of colleagues
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Desirable
- Familiarity with trust IT systems Teaching certificate
Experience
Essential
- Post Registration experience
Desirable
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Safeguarding Level 2 and 3
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).
