
Job requirements
Essential
12 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Experience of working in anacute hospital or community healthcare setting
- Qualifications
Current NMC Registration (Level 1 adult nurse) or evidence of qualification if newly qualified
- Qualifications
Driving license
- Physical Skills
Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy
- Physical Skills
Car driver
- Skills and Knowledge
Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information
- Skills and Knowledge
Able to work without supervision
- Skills and Knowledge
Competent in the use of IT such as Microsoft Office
- Skills and Knowledge
Evidence of CPD
- Skills and Knowledge
Knowledge of national health and social care policy
- Skills and Knowledge
Knowledge of evidence based guidelines
- Skills and Knowledge
e.g.NICE guidelines, NPSA alerts, current nursing legislation
Desirable
6 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Recent experience of working as a registered nurse
- Qualifications
Degree in Nursing
- Qualifications
Clinical Teaching experience
- Qualifications
Mentorship preparation
- Qualifications
Teaching qualification
- Skills and Knowledge
Venepuncture and cannulation competency
Job summary
We are looking for individuals who can be part of our fast-moving, innovative and ambitious teams, dedicated to supporting the residents of Sunderland to manage their own health both at home and in our dedicated clinics.
As well as caring for people in their own homes, we also operate clinic environments for enhanced wound care .
No two days are the same in our friendly District Nursing Teams. New team members are supported with a comprehensive induction programme to The Trust and to our locality, we have a great preceptorship programme for newly qualified nurses too!
Main duties of the job
Main duties are to provide a high-quality person-centred approach to care delivery which always considers people's safety, privacy, dignity whilst promoting and embodying the Trust's values. Undertake assessments of patients care needs and develop programmes of care as part of the wider multi-disciplinary care team. As a Community Staff Nurse, you would manage acute and chronic nursing needs, be able to develop strong, therapeutic relationships with your patients and work closely with community partners to achieve the best possible health outcomes.
You'd be supporting people to maintain their wellbeing and independence, helping to avoid unnecessary admission to hospital as well as delivering exceptional end of life care including symptom management and help in identifying and achieving people's preferences.
About us
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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 peoples 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 workforces 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 8,746 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.If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Details
- Date posted: 12 October 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 5
- Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year pro-rata for part time hours
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
- Reference number: C9155-CMNM-1026-22
- Job locations: Grindon Lane Primary Care Centre, Grindon Lane, SUNDERLAND, SR3 4DE, United Kingdom, Clarendon, Windmill Way, Hebburn, NE31 1AT, United Kingdom, Washington Primary Care Centre, Parkway, WASHINGTON, Tyne And Wear, NE38 7QZ, United Kingdom, Houghton Primary Care Centre, Brinkburn Crescent, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 5GU, United Kingdom, Bunny Hill Primary Care Centre, Hylton Lane, SUNDERLAND, Tyne and Wear, SR5 4BW, United Kingdom, Riverview Health Centre, Borough Road, SUNDERLAND, SR1 2HJ, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
To be responsible and accountable for the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate nursing care for patients designated to their care.
To always work to the NMC Code.
To supervise non-registered staff as stipulated by the NMC under the requirements of delegation.
Provide effective leadership and assist with the management and organisation of the ward/department in the absence of the Ward manager or Junior Sister / Charge Nurse.
To comply with the trusts vision, values and behavioural compact.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
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This advert is for Community Registered Nurse with South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS FT in Houghton Le Spring, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Nurse (community and district) role. The advertised salary is £32073.00 to £39043.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 26 Oct 2026.
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