Job summary
Admission and Day case unit (ADCU) - Band 5 staff nurse
Our vision is to be 'first choice for orthopaedic care' and we're looking for the right people to help us achieve our vision. If you're values-driven and committed to quality and continuous improvement, then you might be just who we're looking for...
You will have the opportunity of bringing your vision towards improving the admission and discharge pathway for our service users.
At The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust we actively support our staff which has created a vacancy for a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our enthusiastic Admissions and Day-Case Unit (ADCU). The successful post holder will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team of dedicated Health Professionals all working towards the shared goal of delivering a high-quality care for our services users
Do you strive in getting the very best care to our patients? Do you have excellent communication skills and ensure that your patients are central to everything you do? Are you able to think on your feet and make decisions to ensure that you consistently deliver excellent patient care? If your answer to these questions is yes, the ADCU Band 5 Staff Nurse role is for you.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will:
- Practice autonomously and be responsible and accountable for safe, compassionate, person centred care.
- Ensure a high standard of patient care is delivered in an effective and efficient manner, reflecting the values and ethos of The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
- Be responsible for assessing care needs of patients. Planning, implementation and the evaluation of these programmes without direct supervision.
About us
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest specialist orthopaedic units in Europe. We offer planned orthopaedic surgery to people locally, nationally and internationally.
Our Trust is a very special hospital; big enough to deliver world class services and small enough to offer exceptional patient and staff experience. We offer a working experience unique in the West Midlands and we're always on the lookout for passionate people to join our award-winning team.
The ROH is an equal opportunities employer. We employ people of difference and are committed to growing an inclusive culture, where difference is celebrated, and people feel able to bring their whole and authentic self to work.
We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a range of inclusive, family friendly and flexible working arrangements and policies, to support our people in the workplace.
The Trust is committed to the Disability Confident Interview Scheme and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy and consider them on their abilities.
If you have a disability and need any support with your application or require any reasonable adjustments to be implemented please do get in touch with the Recruiting Manager for this position so that the team can support you.
To find more about our staff benefits, please visit our website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB PURPOSE:
The post holder will:
- Practice autonomously and be responsible and accountable for safe, compassionate, person centred care.
- Ensure a high standard of patient care is delivered in an effective and efficient manner, reflecting the values and ethos of The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
- Be responsible for assessing care needs of patients. Planning, implementation and the evaluation of these programmes without direct supervision
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The post holder will:
- Work at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Standards of Practice and Behaviours, revalidation and relevant professional guidelines, independently / autonomously and at times without direct supervision
- Be accountable for their own professional actions and those delegated to others
- Ensure accurate assessment of patient care needs, development of care plans, implementing and evaluating care based on the patient needs.
- Achieve and maintain competence in identified mandatory and statutory training; develop and maintain clinical competencies, skills and knowledge which relate to the area of clinical practice (i.e. venepuncture, cannulation, ECG, urethral catheterisation and any other relevant duties)
- Respond to patients, relatives and carers concerns as they arise and take remedial action as required
- Take charge of the practice setting as required
- Assume responsibility for undertaking tasks delegated by the nominated line / shift coordinator. This may include representing the ward at meetings, link nurse responsibilities, audit, clinical governance initiatives and supervision and role competency assessments for unregistered staff and students
- Contribute to the development of service and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience and outcome and ensure standards of care are monitored and maintained within the organisation
- Delegate appropriately to and supervise the work of other staff registered or unregistered and students
- Assist with the induction and orientation and subsequent development of junior staff within the ward or department
- Maintain accurate nursing records ensuring all documentation is completed accurately and promptly
- Administer medications as described by local policy and in line with the NMCs standards for medicines management
- Adhere to organisational policies and procedures
- In accordance with individual patient care, and utilising appropriate computer software and/or monitoring equipment, on a daily basis undertake and record patients observations
This is not an exhaustive list of duties and a regular review will take place with the postholder as part of their ongoing development and performance management.
Full job description available as a supporting document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB PURPOSE:
The post holder will:
- Practice autonomously and be responsible and accountable for safe, compassionate, person centred care.
- Ensure a high standard of patient care is delivered in an effective and efficient manner, reflecting the values and ethos of The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
- Be responsible for assessing care needs of patients. Planning, implementation and the evaluation of these programmes without direct supervision
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The post holder will:
- Work at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Standards of Practice and Behaviours, revalidation and relevant professional guidelines, independently / autonomously and at times without direct supervision
- Be accountable for their own professional actions and those delegated to others
- Ensure accurate assessment of patient care needs, development of care plans, implementing and evaluating care based on the patient needs.
- Achieve and maintain competence in identified mandatory and statutory training; develop and maintain clinical competencies, skills and knowledge which relate to the area of clinical practice (i.e. venepuncture, cannulation, ECG, urethral catheterisation and any other relevant duties)
- Respond to patients, relatives and carers concerns as they arise and take remedial action as required
- Take charge of the practice setting as required
- Assume responsibility for undertaking tasks delegated by the nominated line / shift coordinator. This may include representing the ward at meetings, link nurse responsibilities, audit, clinical governance initiatives and supervision and role competency assessments for unregistered staff and students
- Contribute to the development of service and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience and outcome and ensure standards of care are monitored and maintained within the organisation
- Delegate appropriately to and supervise the work of other staff registered or unregistered and students
- Assist with the induction and orientation and subsequent development of junior staff within the ward or department
- Maintain accurate nursing records ensuring all documentation is completed accurately and promptly
- Administer medications as described by local policy and in line with the NMCs standards for medicines management
- Adhere to organisational policies and procedures
- In accordance with individual patient care, and utilising appropriate computer software and/or monitoring equipment, on a daily basis undertake and record patients observations
This is not an exhaustive list of duties and a regular review will take place with the postholder as part of their ongoing development and performance management.
Full job description available as a supporting document.
Person Specification
essential
Essential
- Registered nurse with current NMC registration
- Diploma/Degree level Adult nursing qualification
- Recent clinical experience with in a healthcare setting
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Acute Medical & Elective or Emergency Surgical Experience
skills and knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of ability to demonstrate a clear understanding of time management
- Evidence of ability to demonstrate a clear understanding of basic I.T. skills
- Have or willing to undertake core skills relevant to area of work e.g. ECG, Cannulation, Venepuncture, Urethral Catheterisation male and females, IV therapy.
- Ability to use own initiative and make sound clinical judgements.
- Clinical competence
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and listening.
- Self-motivated to develop personal learning and skills.
- Able to prioritise workload.
Person Specification
essential
Essential
- Registered nurse with current NMC registration
- Diploma/Degree level Adult nursing qualification
- Recent clinical experience with in a healthcare setting
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Acute Medical & Elective or Emergency Surgical Experience
skills and knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of ability to demonstrate a clear understanding of time management
- Evidence of ability to demonstrate a clear understanding of basic I.T. skills
- Have or willing to undertake core skills relevant to area of work e.g. ECG, Cannulation, Venepuncture, Urethral Catheterisation male and females, IV therapy.
- Ability to use own initiative and make sound clinical judgements.
- Clinical competence
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and listening.
- Self-motivated to develop personal learning and skills.
- Able to prioritise workload.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Bristol Road South
Birmingham
B31 2AP
Employer's website
https://www.roh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
