Job summary
Under the direction of a qualified Orthopaedic Practitioner, give support to patients and carers, carrying out delegated clinical and therapeutic tasks as part of a multi-professional programme of nursing care.
The trainee Orthopaedic Practitioner will participate in a training pathway to enable them to undertake formal training and accreditation as a qualified Orthopaedic Practitioner
Hours per week: 37.5
Main duties of the job
Carry out a range of clinical skills under supervision and in accordance with agreed competency frameworks.
This will include:
To learn how to apply casts to patients as directed by Orthopaedic Practitioner, working towards the BOA/RCN[SOTN]/AOT Casting Techniques Certificate.
To learn the correct way to hold limbs whilst a cast is be applied. Application of Casts/Back slabs/splints and the use of the plaster saw for removal of cast under supervision by an Orthopaedic Practitioner.
To develop, implement and review Plaster and wound care plans with individuals.
To undertake clinical tasks, specimen collection and testing, capillary blood sugars for identified patients.
To carry out aseptic procedures.
To undertake simple dressings and obtain wound swabs.
To communicate and contribute to clinical, social and psychological findings to trained staff.
To assist patients to maintain optimum levels of independence using therapeutic interventions as directed by trained staff.
To provide emotional and physical support to patients and to document/record accurately all aspects of nursing/casting tasks undertaken, as delegated by Orthopaedic Practitioner/Staff Nurse.
To understand ordering work-based supplies and stationery and for maintaining stocks within the plaster room.
About us
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. An organisation with a real sense of community we actively support and develop our staff to ensure our patients receive the best quality care, delivering the right care first time, every time.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Previous work in a caring environment
- NVQ Level III
Desirable
- Competency specific skills
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- 2 years proven competency in basic nursing care in the Acute environment
- Administrative skills
- Awareness of safety issues/risk assessments
Desirable
- Knowledge of Orthopaedics and the plaster room
- Understanding of hospital computer systems
- Knowledge of the bones in the human body
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the person specification for further role requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Previous work in a caring environment
- NVQ Level III
Desirable
- Competency specific skills
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- 2 years proven competency in basic nursing care in the Acute environment
- Administrative skills
- Awareness of safety issues/risk assessments
Desirable
- Knowledge of Orthopaedics and the plaster room
- Understanding of hospital computer systems
- Knowledge of the bones in the human body
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the person specification for further role requirements
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).
