Job summary
We are looking for a caring, dedicated, innovative and motivated Staff Nurse to join the Orthopaedic and Rheumatology Outpatient Department team, based within Peterborough City Hospital. You must have a caring approach, be an excellent communicator and be capable of delivering high standards of patient care, in line with the NMC code of conduct.
There will be a requirement for the successful candidate to work cross-site at Hinchingbooke Hospital and Stamford Hospital if the need arises.
Main duties of the job
The Role of the Staff Nurse within this Department is diverse. We aim to deliver high quality evidence based care to Trauma, Elective Orthopaedic and Rheumatology patients. You will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team within the Orthopaedic and Rheumatology outpatient department, to ensure the smooth running of both Trauma, Elective and Rheumatology clinics, plaster room and minor ops procedure room. We care for a range of patients, both children and adults. You will be required to provide a high quality of care to patients in a caring and compassionate manner, acting always in the patients best interest. Part of the role will be to mentor students and junior members of the team, act as a role model and uphold the Trusts policies and procedures. It is a requirement that candidates are registered Staff Nurses with a current NMC pin.
About us
We are committed to ensure a work-life balance to all our staff by offering full time and part time roles, flexible working hours on a shift pattern to fit around your family life.We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and candidates form our local communities.Benefits to youo 27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);o NHS Pension Scheme:o Flexible working opportunities;o Increased hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;o Career development and training;o Wellbeing support and activities;o In-house physiotherapy Service;o On-site canteens with subsidised meals;o Subsidised staff parking (currently free).o Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Staff Nurse Registered with the NMC
Desirable
- Teaching/Mentorship Qualification
- Post registration experience
- Degree in Healthcare related subject
- BOA Casting Cirtificate
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written with people at all levels
- Demonstrates experience of MDT working
- Knowledge of holistic care
Desirable
- Completion of wound related CPD
- Knowledge of orthopaedic nursing
- Knowledge of diabetes
Skills
Essential
- Willingness to embrace change to meet the needs of a busy Trauma Orthopaedic and Rheumatology Department
- Embraces team working and can demonstrate this
- Demonstrates the ability to prioritise and delegate
- Demonstrates good communication skills
Desirable
- Able to inspire and motivate others
- Completion of further training in wound care or Vac therapy
- Can demonstrate an enthusiasm for the speciality
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge regarding the NMC code of practice and limitations in scope of professional practice
- Demonstrates an understanding of evidence based practice
- Ability to work in a demanding and busy environment
- Ability to function as part of the multi professional team
- Awareness of HR policies and procedures
- Ability to recognise the opportunity to teach and develop others
Desirable
- Experience of working on an acute trauma ward or outpatient setting
- Experience of working within Orthopaedics or Rheumatology
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Staff Nurse Registered with the NMC
Desirable
- Teaching/Mentorship Qualification
- Post registration experience
- Degree in Healthcare related subject
- BOA Casting Cirtificate
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written with people at all levels
- Demonstrates experience of MDT working
- Knowledge of holistic care
Desirable
- Completion of wound related CPD
- Knowledge of orthopaedic nursing
- Knowledge of diabetes
Skills
Essential
- Willingness to embrace change to meet the needs of a busy Trauma Orthopaedic and Rheumatology Department
- Embraces team working and can demonstrate this
- Demonstrates the ability to prioritise and delegate
- Demonstrates good communication skills
Desirable
- Able to inspire and motivate others
- Completion of further training in wound care or Vac therapy
- Can demonstrate an enthusiasm for the speciality
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge regarding the NMC code of practice and limitations in scope of professional practice
- Demonstrates an understanding of evidence based practice
- Ability to work in a demanding and busy environment
- Ability to function as part of the multi professional team
- Awareness of HR policies and procedures
- Ability to recognise the opportunity to teach and develop others
Desirable
- Experience of working on an acute trauma ward or outpatient setting
- Experience of working within Orthopaedics or Rheumatology
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
