Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen on Ward 21 for a Band 6 secondment for 3 months. Ward 21 is a Trauma and orthopaedic unit. It is part of the surgical division which has been rated as 'Outstanding' from the Care Quality Commission.
The post holder will work as part of the nursing team, providing high quality care to patients who require emergency orthopaedic surgery. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining standards of educational practice within the ward nursing team whilst supporting the Ward Manager in the delivery of Trust's Nursing and Midwifery Strategy and the Business Unit's key performance objectives.
Main duties of the job
- To provide the highest standard of holistic care for patients through the utilisation of enhanced clinical skills and advice in the assessment and management of patients in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team to improve and maintain the quality and safety of patient care
- To contribute to the delivery and development of the service through the use of effective evidence based practice in line with agreed national standards for clinical practice
- To be accountable for the planning and delivery of all aspects of patient care in relation to the area of practice and as set out in the NMC Code
- To continuously improve clinical care standards in line with the clinical governance framework to ensure the highest quality of care is provided in safest manner
- To work as a member of a clinical team in the provision of care and knowledge
- To provide clinical advice and support to clinical staff within GHNT on the management and care of patients
- To communicate effectively with all members of the multi-disciplinary team, patients, carers and the public
- To act as a resource and role model for the profession at all times
- To provide education and training to clinical staff and internal /external agencies
About us
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.
Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
We have a number of staff networks including the BAME network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our armed forces network is one of our emerging networks.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Utilise analytical and judgement skills in the implementation of agreed protocols g. nurse led
- Effectively deal with complaints from patients and relatives
- Effectively deal with sensitive issues and upset patients and relatives
- Analyse clinical information through detailed patient assessment
- Analyse audit data and research, relating it to practice
- Make judgements and recommendations about clinical nursing practice
Comply with the Trusts Risk Management Strategy and report any incidents/accidents and near misses in accordance with the Trust Policy
- Actively participate in the planning, organisation and implementation of individual patient care
- Plan short term adjustments to own workload depending on priorities and staffing to assist the day hospital
- Support the planning and implementation of audits to meet the needs of reviews, service development and improvements
- Carry out audit of compliance with protocols and change management
Plan care in collaboration with other health care professionals, other agencies and the patient and devise nursing care plan for implementation.
- Undertake highly developed physical tasks and clinical skills where accuracy is important
- Deliver practical/clinical care which may involve a range of physical skills, g. IV cannulation and phlebotomy, IV drug administration,
- Competence in the use of all medical devices
- Competence in the use of specialist equipment relevant to the role
Accurate IT skills for policy, presentation, reports, date entry and email communication.
- Communicate with medical staff and other health professionals regarding patient conditions and clinical care plan, disseminating this information to the wider clinical team
- Ensure effective communication with patients, relatives and carers, explaining medical conditions, progress and investigations taking into consideration level of understanding, culture and background
- Encourage and support patients to take an active part in their own care
- Communicate with staff at all levels to motivate and advise on achieving high standards of care
- Maintain effective links with specialist nurses, utilising their skills and knowledge
- Regularly give presentations to groups for education and training
- Represent the specialism/clinical area at appropriate forums, cascading information both up and down the organisation
- Support relatives to take part in the care and welfare of the patient
- Demonstrate a caring, nurturing attitude at all times with patients, carers and relatives
Actively participate in professional forums including ward/departmental meetings and multi professional meetings .
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Utilise analytical and judgement skills in the implementation of agreed protocols g. nurse led
- Effectively deal with complaints from patients and relatives
- Effectively deal with sensitive issues and upset patients and relatives
- Analyse clinical information through detailed patient assessment
- Analyse audit data and research, relating it to practice
- Make judgements and recommendations about clinical nursing practice
Comply with the Trusts Risk Management Strategy and report any incidents/accidents and near misses in accordance with the Trust Policy
- Actively participate in the planning, organisation and implementation of individual patient care
- Plan short term adjustments to own workload depending on priorities and staffing to assist the day hospital
- Support the planning and implementation of audits to meet the needs of reviews, service development and improvements
- Carry out audit of compliance with protocols and change management
Plan care in collaboration with other health care professionals, other agencies and the patient and devise nursing care plan for implementation.
- Undertake highly developed physical tasks and clinical skills where accuracy is important
- Deliver practical/clinical care which may involve a range of physical skills, g. IV cannulation and phlebotomy, IV drug administration,
- Competence in the use of all medical devices
- Competence in the use of specialist equipment relevant to the role
Accurate IT skills for policy, presentation, reports, date entry and email communication.
- Communicate with medical staff and other health professionals regarding patient conditions and clinical care plan, disseminating this information to the wider clinical team
- Ensure effective communication with patients, relatives and carers, explaining medical conditions, progress and investigations taking into consideration level of understanding, culture and background
- Encourage and support patients to take an active part in their own care
- Communicate with staff at all levels to motivate and advise on achieving high standards of care
- Maintain effective links with specialist nurses, utilising their skills and knowledge
- Regularly give presentations to groups for education and training
- Represent the specialism/clinical area at appropriate forums, cascading information both up and down the organisation
- Support relatives to take part in the care and welfare of the patient
- Demonstrate a caring, nurturing attitude at all times with patients, carers and relatives
Actively participate in professional forums including ward/departmental meetings and multi professional meetings .
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RN (Adult/Mental Health/Midwifery) with current NMC registration
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- understanding of risks
- audit experience
Knowledge, skills and experience
Essential
- significant experience in trauma orthopaedics
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RN (Adult/Mental Health/Midwifery) with current NMC registration
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- understanding of risks
- audit experience
Knowledge, skills and experience
Essential
- significant experience in trauma orthopaedics
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).
