Overview
An enthusiastic and motivated individual is required for this exciting post. You will be working as part of a diverse team, alongside nurses, ACPs, medical staff and other support staff to ensure patients receive the best possible care on the Combined Triage Assessment Unit (CTAU). There may be additional requests to cover within associated Cancer Departments at times at the Royal Derby Hospital. A flexible approach to working patterns is required and you will participate in a shift system which covers 7 days per week. Closing date: 23 September 2025. Interview date: 7 October 2025.
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together. Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we work as a Trust.
Responsibilities
* Undertake a range of delegated, extended clinical tasks to support the CTAU team.
* Undertake a range of administrative tasks and assist in the implementation of care according to patients’ individual needs as directed by the nurse in charge.
* Welcome patients, provide reassurance and empathy, and maintain patient flow while working under pressure.
* Contribute effectively as a member of the multi-professional team and communicate to a high standard; adapt to a changing environment as services develop.
* Maintain and support the effective use of available resources (equipment, people and stock) in an efficient way.
* Complete all appropriate documents clearly, accurately and in a timely manner; participate in reporting processes as necessary.
Clinical Skills and Qualifications
* Initialise venepuncture and cannulation; point-of-care testing; extend scope of practice to undertaking ECGs (skills in venepuncture, cannulation and ECGs would be advantageous).
* A flexible approach to working patterns and the ability to work within a 7-day shift system.
* Willingness to develop and practice a wide range of skills.
Requirements and People Skills
* Commitment to helping maintain patients’ safety, privacy and dignity with a caring attitude.
* Provide support to patients and the team; work effectively as part of a front-of-house role and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
* Ability to build relationships with the multi-professional team and communicate to a high standard.
Benefits and Additional Information
* Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development.
* Ongoing support from recruitment to joining the team and beyond.
* Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes.
* UHDB is a research-active University Hospital with opportunities for staff involvement in clinical trials and research.
Key Facts (About the Department)
* We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
* We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England – an average of 2077 per week.
* An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day – 3rd largest in the country.
* Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
* Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
* We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
* We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
* UHDB is a research-active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.
Contact and How to Apply
For further details / informal visits contact:
* Name: Kayleigh Watts, Job title: Senior Sister, Email: kayleigh.watts3@nhs.net, Telephone: 01332 789320
* Amanda Davis - amanda.davis1@nhs.net
* Naomi Dumelow - naomi.dumelow@nhs.net
* Telephone: 01332 786104
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