Job summary
We are looking to recruit to two part time posts on our 26 bed gastroenterology
ward. We have a fixed term contract for 11 months to cover maternity leave and a fixed term contract for 1 year to cover maternity leave.
Main duties of the job
The
successful candidates will work within the team to provide safe care to our
patients. We are a 26 bed inpatient gastroenterology ward. The role will
include working in the team to ensure a high level of care is given to our
patients. This will include overseeing the care given by junior staff,
documenting care given, administering medication, arranging safe discharges.
This will need a good level of communication with the multidisciplinary team
including doctors, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dieticiens and
other specialist nurses. Communication with patients and their relatives is
also a key part of the role. We also work closely with the cancer specialist
teams and povide paliative support to some of our patients
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
The
job entails ensuring the care needs of the patients are met. Good communication
is essential with patients, relatives and the multidisciplinary team. Safe
discharge planning will be part of this role and ensuring the patients are
referred as needed to outside agencies and health professionals. Good
documentation skills will be needed and risk assessments of the patients to
provide safe nursing care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
job entails ensuring the care needs of the patients are met. Good communication
is essential with patients, relatives and the multidisciplinary team. Safe
discharge planning will be part of this role and ensuring the patients are
referred as needed to outside agencies and health professionals. Good
documentation skills will be needed and risk assessments of the patients to
provide safe nursing care.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Motivated to provide a high standard of patient care
Desirable
- An interest in gastroenterology
Special Requirements
Essential
- Understanding of confidentiality.
- Driving posts must have valid full UK driving licence.
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good communication
- Able to work in a team
- Computer skills
Qualifications
Essential
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC pin
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Motivated to provide a high standard of patient care
Desirable
- An interest in gastroenterology
Special Requirements
Essential
- Understanding of confidentiality.
- Driving posts must have valid full UK driving licence.
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good communication
- Able to work in a team
- Computer skills
Qualifications
Essential
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)
