Job summary Advert will close early once sufficient number of applications is reached An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Staff Nurse to join the Access Lounge/Day Care Team at North Tees & Hartlepool Foundation Trust. Day Case and Access Lounge consists of 3 units spread across both North Tees and elective hub at Hartlepool. Opening hours are Monday - Friday 06.30-22.30, with various shift patterns to provide safe cover A nurse led service working closely with surgeons and anesthetists, pre- assessment, theatres, in patient wards, x-ray, specialist nurses and physiotherapists. We support both student nurse and paramedic training, offering the opportunity to experience a wide range of surgical specialties within one placement. Full training in day case surgery with be given to the successful candidates with support from highly experienced and multi skilled team and encourage development within the role. Main duties of the job We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated practitioner, who have a flexible and an adaptable approach to what can be a demanding service. The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills and be committed to delivering an excellent and continuously improving service for patients. Experience as a Registered Nurse in a surgical speciality and knowledge of Day case working would be advantageous, however not essential as full training will be given. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the ability to direct their own workload in a busy and fast paced environment. About us At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience. We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition - a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards. We recruit for values and "Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool" Date posted 10 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year pro rata per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 345-ANA6829653-A Job locations University Hospital of North Tees Hardwick Road Stockton-on-Tees TS19 8PE Job description Job responsibilities Responsible for the streamlined admission process of Inpatients, and the admission and post-operative care of Day case patients, in a timely and organised manner. Provides advice and guidance for patients regarding surgery and health promotion. Provides support and guidance for Clinical support Workers & students Admit & prepare patients for theatre Liaise with surgeons, anesthetists, GP and physicians Instigate and check investigations as appropriate Maintain accurate and confidential clinical and nursing documentation. Safe post-operative care & discharge of Day case patients Job description Job responsibilities Responsible for the streamlined admission process of Inpatients, and the admission and post-operative care of Day case patients, in a timely and organised manner. Provides advice and guidance for patients regarding surgery and health promotion. Provides support and guidance for Clinical support Workers & students Admit & prepare patients for theatre Liaise with surgeons, anesthetists, GP and physicians Instigate and check investigations as appropriate Maintain accurate and confidential clinical and nursing documentation. Safe post-operative care & discharge of Day case patients Person Specification 2 years surgical experience Essential R/n Desirable teaching qualification Person Specification 2 years surgical experience Essential R/n Desirable teaching qualification 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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 North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust Address University Hospital of North Tees Hardwick Road Stockton-on-Tees TS19 8PE Employer's website https://www.nth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)