Job summary
We welcome applications from student nurses who are currently in their 3rd year of training who will qualify in January 2027.

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 & part time, permanent and fixed term positions available.

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
• A minimum of 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

• To assess 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.

Job responsibilities
The post holder will provide leadership in the delivery of care for people in their care. They will act in the best interests of people, putting them first and providing care that is person-centred, safe and compassionate.

The Post holder will act professionally at all times and use their knowledge and experience to make evidence-based decisions about care.

The Post holder will communicate effectively, be accountable for their actions and be a role model for others, reflecting on their practice and keeping abreast of new and emerging developments in nursing, health and care

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Qualifying January 2027

Special Requirements
Essential

• Driving posts must have valid full UK driving licence

Statutory Registration
Essential

• NMC Registration

Qualifications
Essential

• NMC Registration
• BSC/MSC Adult Nursing Degree

Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential

• Excellent communication skills.
• Awareness of Health & Safety/Clinical Goverance issues.
• Basic IT skills, including e-mail and word processing.

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).
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).