Job summary
An exciting and innovative opportunity has
arisen for a registered nurse to join the Acute Medical Unit but also work
alongside the Acute Intervention (AIT) and Cardiac Arrest Prevention (CAP) Team
to develop skills and experience with a view to develop into a nurse
practitioner. The AIT service supports
the provision of care across the Trusts two acute sites by providing education
and support for all healthcare staff caring for the acutely ill deteriorating
patient. Facilitating decision making and communication between clinical staff,
patients and relatives is a key component of the role. The Team is firmly
committed to ensure all patients are treated by the right professional, in the
right place, at the right time, first time, every time, 24 hours-a-day.
Main duties of the job
An exciting and innovative opportunity has
arisen for a registered nurse to join the Acute Medical Unit but also work
alongside the Acute Intervention (AIT) and Cardiac Arrest Prevention (CAP) Team
to develop skills and experience with a view to develop into a nurse
practitioner. The AIT service supports
the provision of care across the Trusts two acute sites by providing education
and support for all healthcare staff caring for the acutely ill deteriorating
patient. Facilitating decision making and communication between clinical staff,
patients and relatives is a key component of the role. The Team is firmly
committed to ensure all patients are treated by the right professional, in the
right place, at the right time, first time, every time, 24 hours-a-day.
About us
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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 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
is an exciting role that will allow you to work in an acute clinical
environment whilst learning and developing skills that will allow you to
progress into a nurse practitioner role should the opportunity arise and you
have demonstrated sufficient competence.
Please note this post will not automatically guarantee an Acute
Intervention Team Nurse Practitioner post but will provide you with sufficient
knowledge and experience to apply if a post became available.
The 36hr post will be split
to ensure that the post holder has a wide breath of experience. Your main clinical post (18hrs) will be in
the DMH Acute Medical Unit where you will be required to assess, monitor and
treat patients with a wide range of conditions in a fast paced
environment. You will be required to
work effectively as a team, demonstrate good communication skills and be aware
of your own limitations.
The remaining 18 hours will
be split between the Cardiac Arrest Prevention (CAP) Team and the Acute
Intervention Team (AIT) whereby you will spend one supernumerary shift per week
alongside the AI Team to learn and understand the nurse practitioner role. Your time with the cardiac arrest prevention
team will be to undertake teaching on life support courses to enable you to
build experience with education and training to all clinical staff.
The role would suit any
registered nurse, who has an interest in acute care and teaching.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This
is an exciting role that will allow you to work in an acute clinical
environment whilst learning and developing skills that will allow you to
progress into a nurse practitioner role should the opportunity arise and you
have demonstrated sufficient competence.
Please note this post will not automatically guarantee an Acute
Intervention Team Nurse Practitioner post but will provide you with sufficient
knowledge and experience to apply if a post became available.
The 36hr post will be split
to ensure that the post holder has a wide breath of experience. Your main clinical post (18hrs) will be in
the DMH Acute Medical Unit where you will be required to assess, monitor and
treat patients with a wide range of conditions in a fast paced
environment. You will be required to
work effectively as a team, demonstrate good communication skills and be aware
of your own limitations.
The remaining 18 hours will
be split between the Cardiac Arrest Prevention (CAP) Team and the Acute
Intervention Team (AIT) whereby you will spend one supernumerary shift per week
alongside the AI Team to learn and understand the nurse practitioner role. Your time with the cardiac arrest prevention
team will be to undertake teaching on life support courses to enable you to
build experience with education and training to all clinical staff.
The role would suit any
registered nurse, who has an interest in acute care and teaching.
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Acutely ill management course or equivalent
Desirable
- ILS provider
- Teaching qualification (998 or C&G) or relevant teaching experience
Experience
Essential
- At least 18 months in an acute setting
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel frequently between hospital sites
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Level 1 Qualification required.
- Effective communication skills and evidence of team work.
- Work in collaboration with multidisciplinary team / patient and their cares.
- Prioritisation of workload effectively.
- Capable of working in a demanding environment.
- To take on additional responsibilities in department area of speciality.
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Acutely ill management course or equivalent
Desirable
- ILS provider
- Teaching qualification (998 or C&G) or relevant teaching experience
Experience
Essential
- At least 18 months in an acute setting
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel frequently between hospital sites
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Level 1 Qualification required.
- Effective communication skills and evidence of team work.
- Work in collaboration with multidisciplinary team / patient and their cares.
- Prioritisation of workload effectively.
- Capable of working in a demanding environment.
- To take on additional responsibilities in department area of speciality.
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
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)
