Job summary We have Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse vacancies and are delighted to offer the opportunity to come and join our Emergency Department Team. We are a very friendly and highly skilled team of practitioners who are committed to deliver safe quality care to our patients in a very busy department. You need to be enthusiastic and have leadership potential. You will be expected to promote the delivery of high standard patient centered care in a supported environment Previous experience working in an Emergency Department is Essential to the role Main duties of the job To act as a skilled practitioner within the Emergency Department, supporting team leaders to ensure that the highest quality of care is given to patients. Ensuring that all clinical practice is evidenced based, in accordance with local and national standards for good practice. To support the Senior Sister or in the absence of take a lead role in Coordinating, planning and delivery of individualized care provided by the team in ED ensuring efficient management of the department. Take a lead role in facilitating, education, supervising, supporting and developing qualified and unqualified staff. 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 From April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary, If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post. Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents Date posted 19 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Per Annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number C9439-25-0150 Job locations University Hospital Of North Durham North Road Durham DH1 5TW Job description Job responsibilities In accordance with Trust policies and departmental scope of professional practice, undertake appropriate training, and practice within the advanced role to improve patient care. To take responsibility for the assessment, planning and implementation and evaluation of nursing care without supervision To liaise, involve and communicate with the patient and their family in the planning and delivery of patient care. To participate in the development, agreement and monitoring of standards of care in compliance with clinical Governance agenda both locally and nationally To ensure that own nursing practice is research based and that the knowledge base is regularly updated in support of professional practice. To maximize opportunities for health promotion/education in the delivery of patient care. To develop and expand clinical skills in a structured and coordinated way in line with NMC professional standards in order to improve patient care. To act as a supervisor/mentor/preceptor as required within boundaries of competence and support junior staff nurses in their development Undertake Clarity appraisal and Personal Development planning with designated team leader. Ensure all clinical procedures are performed according to agreed protocols (inclusive of PGDs) standards and procedures as set by the department and the Trust. Participate in the internal rotation and be flexible to the needs of the service. To be innovative in the approach to care and proactively support the senior nurse/matron in the development of practice and team working. To take managerial responsibility for the Emergency Department in the absence of the senior sister/charge nurse/ matron on a shift basis. To participate in the delivery of care within agreed budgets developing an awareness of cost implications. Demonstrate a personal commitment to attaining further management skills as identified at interview and PDP. To be able to accept and implement change. To ensure that all trust policies and procedures are implemented effectively. The post holder is required to ensure that they comply with all applicable Health and Safety Legislation as required by the Trust. It is an essential requirement that you take reasonable care of the cleanliness of your working environment, adhere to infection control policies, procedures and guidelines in particular ensuring that you use appropriate hand hygiene practices at all times. Act as a role model for junior staff, promoting the department at all times. On a shift basis, undertake/or supervise junior members of staff to undertake identified personal and professional developments Perform CLARITY appraisal and PDP planning, and developing others within the nursing team. Assist the dedicated team leader in cascading of departmental/Trust information to team leaders. This is not an exaustive list describes the main duties Job description Job responsibilities In accordance with Trust policies and departmental scope of professional practice, undertake appropriate training, and practice within the advanced role to improve patient care. To take responsibility for the assessment, planning and implementation and evaluation of nursing care without supervision To liaise, involve and communicate with the patient and their family in the planning and delivery of patient care. To participate in the development, agreement and monitoring of standards of care in compliance with clinical Governance agenda both locally and nationally To ensure that own nursing practice is research based and that the knowledge base is regularly updated in support of professional practice. To maximize opportunities for health promotion/education in the delivery of patient care. To develop and expand clinical skills in a structured and coordinated way in line with NMC professional standards in order to improve patient care. To act as a supervisor/mentor/preceptor as required within boundaries of competence and support junior staff nurses in their development Undertake Clarity appraisal and Personal Development planning with designated team leader. Ensure all clinical procedures are performed according to agreed protocols (inclusive of PGDs) standards and procedures as set by the department and the Trust. Participate in the internal rotation and be flexible to the needs of the service. To be innovative in the approach to care and proactively support the senior nurse/matron in the development of practice and team working. To take managerial responsibility for the Emergency Department in the absence of the senior sister/charge nurse/ matron on a shift basis. To participate in the delivery of care within agreed budgets developing an awareness of cost implications. Demonstrate a personal commitment to attaining further management skills as identified at interview and PDP. To be able to accept and implement change. To ensure that all trust policies and procedures are implemented effectively. The post holder is required to ensure that they comply with all applicable Health and Safety Legislation as required by the Trust. It is an essential requirement that you take reasonable care of the cleanliness of your working environment, adhere to infection control policies, procedures and guidelines in particular ensuring that you use appropriate hand hygiene practices at all times. Act as a role model for junior staff, promoting the department at all times. On a shift basis, undertake/or supervise junior members of staff to undertake identified personal and professional developments Perform CLARITY appraisal and PDP planning, and developing others within the nursing team. Assist the dedicated team leader in cascading of departmental/Trust information to team leaders. This is not an exaustive list describes the main duties Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current NMC registration Teaching/Mentoring Qualification Evidence of recent continuing professional development Nursing Degree /Diploma ED experience Desirable Clinical skills or willing to work towards ENP or willing to work towards Leadership course/development Management Developement Special Skills & Knowledge Essential Current Healthcare Issues Leadership skills Work independently or as part of a team Work in a multidisciplinary team Able to adapt and implement change Able to prioritize, use initiative and solve complex problems Able to implement research findings to improve standards of care Support and advise junior staff Be a resource of knowledge and skills whilst on duty and deputizing for senior nurse Clinical Governanace Desirable Clinical Skills Able to manage a team Able to coordinate and support a team Experience Essential RGN Significant experience at Band 5 in Emergency Care Desirable Emergency Nurse Practitioner Statutory Registration Essential Registered Nurse level 1 Current NMC registration Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current NMC registration Teaching/Mentoring Qualification Evidence of recent continuing professional development Nursing Degree /Diploma ED experience Desirable Clinical skills or willing to work towards ENP or willing to work towards Leadership course/development Management Developement Special Skills & Knowledge Essential Current Healthcare Issues Leadership skills Work independently or as part of a team Work in a multidisciplinary team Able to adapt and implement change Able to prioritize, use initiative and solve complex problems Able to implement research findings to improve standards of care Support and advise junior staff Be a resource of knowledge and skills whilst on duty and deputizing for senior nurse Clinical Governanace Desirable Clinical Skills Able to manage a team Able to coordinate and support a team Experience Essential RGN Significant experience at Band 5 in Emergency Care Desirable Emergency Nurse Practitioner Statutory Registration Essential Registered Nurse level 1 Current NMC registration 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 County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust Address University Hospital Of North Durham North Road Durham DH1 5TW Employer's website https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)