Job summary
- Main area
- Nursing
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 376-PHN-0306-1
- Employer
- Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Tickhill Road Hospital
- Town
- Balby
- Salary
- £32,073 - £39,043 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 28/08/2026 23:59
Employer heading
RGN Inpatient Ward
NHS AfC: Band 5
Job overview
Please note that a revised job description is awaiting approval.
The Registered Nurse (RN) will participate in the inter-disciplinary care of a caseload of patients
whose needs are being met within the intermediate care pathways This will include shift
coordination, team leadership, case management and direct care delivery in a variety of settings.
The RN will act as a named nurse in the assessment, planning implementation and evaluation of
nursing care for an identified group of named patients in keeping with the RDaSH definition of
Named Nurse. This will be achieved by following evidence based, individualised plans of care.
Main duties of the job
Please note that a revised job description is awaiting approval.
To be responsible for the delivery of person centred plan of care e.g. assisting with
activities of daily living, MDT goal setting, admission & discharge planning, administration
of medication etc on a daily basis.
To be responsible for the leadership of the care team on a shift basis to ensure the safe
and effective care delivery of a group of patients through delegation and shift / team
coordination.
To be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of
individualised evidence based care with minimal ongoing supervision of the ward sister.
To work as part of the MDT in ensuring the safety of patients to include specific risk
assessment and risk management planning
Working for our organisation
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please note that a revised job description is awaiting approval.
Please see attached for a detailed overview of job description & person specification.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Current and active registration with NMC
- Registered General Nurse
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of post-qualification studies
- Mentorship qualification
- Non-Medical Prescribing
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working in a professional nursing role with patients with physical health needs
- Knowledge and experience of working in a multidisciplinary setting
- NHS experience
- Experience of working with patients who hav long term coniditions
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in an intermediate care/rehabilitation setting with relevant transferrable skills
- Experience of working within a hospital setting
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Valid and current evidence of education and training to achieve registration as Nurse with NMC - current students due to complete will be considered
- Evidence of learning from reflection and self-directed study
- Good awareness of NHS policy, national strategies and legislation including Mental Capacity Act and evidence based practice in Rehabilitation/intermediate care
- Ability to work single handily without direct supervision and to organise own workload, and delegate appropriately
- Understanding of team dynamics and an awareness of how to be an effective team member
- Effective written and oral communication skills, including the processing of complex and sensitive information
- Basic word processing and internet skills
- Basic knowledge of the principles of Clinical Governance
- Good personal organisational skills, including effective planning and organisation of self and patient care
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance
- Health and Safety, and Security awareness
- Good communicator - customer service skills
- Ability to keep accurate and legible notes
- Ability to delegate tasks to Assistants appropriately
- Ability to proactively assess and manage risk, both clinical and environmental
- Evidence of positive engagement in change management
Desirable criteria
- Extended scope of skills/ training: venepuncture, cannulation, IV drug administration, Male/Suprapubic Catheterisation, Non-medical prescribing, mentorship
- Training and presentation skills
- Document evidence of continuing professional development
- Evidence of speciality specific education/skills/competencies: Neurology or Rehabilitation
- Clinical assessment skills
Additional Requirements
Essential criteria
- Commitment to client centred non-discriminatory practice
- Willingness to work flexibly to meet service demands
- Working in unforeseen, possibly hazardous and unpleasant circumstances
- Access to transport and the ability to travel within the required geographical area
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Sarah Pinder
- Job title
- Hazel Ward Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07557 759625
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