Newly Qualified Adult Staff Nurse
The closing date is 24 March 2026
Job summary
We welcome applications from student nurses who are currently in their 3rd year of training within 6 months of qualifying.
We are looking to recruit highly motivated and enthusiastic newly qualified Band 5 Nurses to join our various wards departments and teams throughout our integrated trust.
We have Full Time, Part Time, Fixed Term Contracts.
We recognise your need for on-going support and development; the Trust offers a promise of support, advice and guidance during your preceptorship period to develop your confidence as an autonomous professional and ultimately to refine your skills, values and behaviours to provide high quality care
During your preceptorship you will have access to:
A designated preceptor
2 weeks supernumerary period at the point of registration.
Allocated time for development of knowledge and skills which will consist of :
Participatory continuing professional development contact study days and eLearning linked to the your PDP
Monthly meetings with your preceptor to discuss your development and progress in relation to your area of work
3 monthly meetings with your manager for further guidance and support
Main duties of the job
Toassess patients needs and develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care
To organise the delivery of nursing care, deploying staff effectively
To be aware of, and communicate to team members, changes to patient information and treatment plans, both verbally and in writing
To adhere to NMC standards of record keeping
To assist the Ward Sister in setting, monitoring and maintaining standards of care
To participate in nursing audit and service improvement activities eg Essence of Care
To be aware of resource constraints and the importance of working within budget
To provide advice and act as role model to other members of the team
To be proactive in managing risk and maintaining patient safety
To supervise the work of nursing support staff, ensuring tasks undertaken have been delegated appropriately
To contribute to the day-to-day management of the Directorate, co-operating with colleagues to provide an appropriate level of nursing service and to address bed management issues
To participate in education and training of junior staff
To involve patients/carers in the planning and delivery of care
To participate in clinical supervision
To assist in resolving conflict and defus
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).
Details
Date posted
10 March 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum/pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
C9439-26-0005
Job locations
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Bishop Auckland General Hospital
Cockton Hill Road
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 6AD
University Hospital Of North Durham
North Road
Durham
DH1 5TW
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
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Employer contact details
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