Staff Nurse inDarlington inDarlington PUBLISHED FRI 1 NOV 2024

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum, pro rata PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

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County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust r6dAAblF

The County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic registered nurse with a focus on Ophthalmology to join their teams at Darlington Memorial Hospital and Bishop Auckland General Hospital. The role involves providing specialist ophthalmic services to the local population, with opportunities for professional development in areas such as eye clinics, theatre work, and injection lists.

Candidates should possess strong communication skills, professionalism, and a commitment to teamwork, as they will be integral in formulating and delivering high-quality patient care. The position will primarily be based at Bishop Auckland Hospital, but may also require work at Darlington Memorial Hospital, offering a dynamic environment for skill enhancement within a collaborative team setting.

County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest integrated care providers in England, serving a population of around 600,000 people. We are a high performing organisation with a track record of success.

We are looking for an enthusiastic registered nurse with an interest in Ophthalmology to join our teams at County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation trust.

We are responsible for providing a specialist ophthalmic service for the population of County Durham and Darlington across two sites, which encompasses Darlington Memorial Hospital and Bishop Aukland General.

The department will offer the successful candidate an opportunity to develop in your role as an ophthalmic nurse within a dynamic team. The successful candidate must possess excellent communication skills, a high sense of professionalism and a strong belief in the value of team work. You will help formulate and carry out effective care for our patients and ensure it is delivered to the highest possible level.

You will have the opportunity to gain experience in all areas of Ophthalmology including scrubbing in eye theatre and clinic work

You will have the opportunity to gain experience in all areas of Ophthalmology including clinic, eye theatre and injection lists.

About us
We are looking to recruit an enthusaiatic registered nurse with an interest in Ophthalmology to join our team in County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust.
We are currently responsible for provding specialist services on two sites Darlington Memorial and Bishop Aukland Hospital and a possibility that we will return UHND in the future
The department will offer the successful candidate an opportunity to develop your skills in the role of an ophthalmic theatre nurse learning all the specialst skills that go with this and the learning of using specialist equipment. The successful candidate must have excellent communciation skills, a high sence of professionalism and a strong belief in the value of team work. You will help formulate and carry out effective care for our patients and ensure it is delivered to the highest possible level.
There will be opportunities to gain experience in all areas of ophthalmology including eye clinic and injection lists.
This post will primarily be at Bishop Auckland Hospital but there will be times when you may have to work on the Darlington Memoral site.

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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:

Educational Qualifications:

1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.

2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.

Clinical Skills:

1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.

2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.

3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.

4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.

5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.

6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).

Soft Skills:

1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.

2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.

3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.

4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.

5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills:

1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.

2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.

3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).

Continuing Professional Development:

1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.

Employment Considerations:

1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.

2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.

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