Overview
An opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic, forward thinking, flexible registered nurses to join our multi-disciplinary critical care team working across South Tyneside and Sunderland sites. The successful candidate will be required to work as a named nurse for both high dependency (Level 2) and Intensive care (Level 3) patients. They will also be required to mentor students and junior staff with appropriate training.
Key requirements
Registered Nurse with experience in critical care would be an advantage. This is not essential as we offer accredited in house training, with an established nationally recognised competency programme.
Hours
37.5 hours per week, but would consider part time. Must be able to work day and night duty including public holidays and weekends.
Responsibilities
The post holder will be required to provide high quality nursing care to both level 3 and level 2 patients within the critical care units at South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust. As a registered nurse you would act as a named nurse for both level 2 & level 3 ICCU patients and be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the care given. You would be expected to demonstrate proficiency and competence in the delivery of care to a critically ill patient and be able to perform all aspects of critical care nursing including interpretation of some clinical data in an unsupervised capacity. The post holder would be required to complete the National Critical Care competency programme, steps 1-3 and complete the associated DOP assessments. A requirement of the role is to successfully complete a post graduate education program at level 6-7 equivalent to 60 CAT points.
About us
Please add your telephone number to your application form so we can contact you quickly if required. One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award-winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups. Looking after our workforce’s health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,600 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
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Details
Date posted: 05 September 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: C9155-THNM-0925-11
Location
Sunderland Royal Hospital, Kayll Road, Sunderland, SR4 7TP
Qualifications
Essential
* Current NMC Registration (Level 1 adult nurse) or evidence of qualification if newly qualified
Desirable
* Degree in Nursing
* Clinical teaching experience
* Mentorship preparation
* Teaching qualification
Skills, knowledge and experience
Essential
* Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information
* Able to work without supervision
* Competent in the use of IT such as Microsoft Office
* Evidence of CPD
* Knowledge of national health and social care policy
* Knowledge of evidence based guidelines e.g. NICE guidelines, NPSA alerts, current nursing legislation
Desirable
* Venepuncture and cannulation competency
Physical
Essential
* Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy
Experience
Essential
* Experience of working in an acute hospital or community healthcare setting
Desirable
* Recent experience of working as a registered nurse
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