Staff Nurse

About

Band 5 Staff Nurses are sought for community-hospital rehabilitation wards, with permanent and 3-month temporary opportunities across Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge and Weardale. The role involves delivering patient-centred nursing care, supporting rehabilitation and working with multidisciplinary teams. Applicants must be adult Registered Nurses on Part 1 of the NMC register with a valid UK NMC PIN and hospital-setting experience. Job grade: Band 5. Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum, pro rata. Terms of service: Permanent. Number of posts: 1 permanent post and 2 temporary posts (3 months) at Ward 2, Shotley Bridge Hospital; permanent posts at Chester-le-Street Community Hospital and Weardale Community Hospital. Reference: C9439-2627-NP-N614. Duty station: Chester Le Street Community Hospital, Shotley Bridge General Hospital and Weardale Community Hospital, County Durham, United Kingdom.

How to apply

Apply online through the official advert page on NHS Jobs. If interviewed, accept an interview slot in the system. You must be able to produce all certificates stated essential in the person specification to complete pre-employment checks.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality patient care in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional patient documentation.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Coordinate and deliver safe, effective admissions and discharges.
• Delegate tasks appropriately and support other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team whilst demonstrating initiative and the ability to work independently when required.
• Contribute to the ongoing assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
• Promote patient dignity, safety, and wellbeing at all times.
• Support rehabilitation goals and work closely with therapy colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for patients.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (adult) on part 1 of the NMC register.
• Valid UK NMC PIN.
• Driving posts musty have valid Full UK driving licence.
• NMC pin.
• Degree mentoring qualification.
• Experience of working in a hospital setting.
• Positive and motivated.
• Effective communicator.
• Team worker.
• Able to prioritise and work to deadlines.
• Keen to develop within the role.
• Aware of current drivers within the NHS.
• Venepuncture, cannulation, wound care.