Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 staff nurse to join a busy orthopaedic /Fracture clinic at the Royal Albert Edward Infirmary , Wigan, The Post is 25 hrs per week.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, self motivated, forward thinking individual who will be committed to providing high quality care to both Adults and children with Trauma and Orthopaedic conditions in a highly specialised area. Working within the multidisciplinary team of nurses, plaster technicians and physiotherapists in a friendly and supportive environment
Main duties of the job
Under the supervision of the ward manager the nurse is responsible for the provision, organisation and direction of nursing care of the patients in his/her care. To communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and high-quality care is provided
Have a good knowledge and understanding of wound care and some trauma and orthopaedic knowledge.
To Participate in the assessing, planning, implementing of treatment and care in an outpatient setting
About us
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values 'the WWL Way'.
WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.
At WWL we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To Provide high standard of care to all our patients working with Adults and children with Trauma and orthopaedic injuries in a clinic setting.
To participate and assist with new developments including the Nurse -led dressing clinic and the Virtual clinics
To uphold the NMC Code of conduct and adhere to Trust policies and procedures.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To Provide high standard of care to all our patients working with Adults and children with Trauma and orthopaedic injuries in a clinic setting.
To participate and assist with new developments including the Nurse -led dressing clinic and the Virtual clinics
To uphold the NMC Code of conduct and adhere to Trust policies and procedures.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN, BASIC EDUCATION, MATHS AND ENGLISH
- Recent evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Degree/ diploma
- Tissue viability course, orthopaedic course
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- EXPERIENCE WORKING INDEPENDENTLY AND AS A TEAM
- EXPERIENCE IN RELEVANT SPECIALITY
Desirable
- post qualification experience
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Update Knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
Desirable
- SOME KNOWLEDGE OF TRAUMA AND ORTHOPAEDICS AND WOUND CARE
skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Basic computer skills, HIS
ADDITIONAL
Essential
- Flexible and positive approach to work
- Speaks English to an appropriate standard relevant to the role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN, BASIC EDUCATION, MATHS AND ENGLISH
- Recent evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Degree/ diploma
- Tissue viability course, orthopaedic course
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- EXPERIENCE WORKING INDEPENDENTLY AND AS A TEAM
- EXPERIENCE IN RELEVANT SPECIALITY
Desirable
- post qualification experience
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Update Knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
Desirable
- SOME KNOWLEDGE OF TRAUMA AND ORTHOPAEDICS AND WOUND CARE
skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Basic computer skills, HIS
ADDITIONAL
Essential
- Flexible and positive approach to work
- Speaks English to an appropriate standard relevant to the role
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
