Job summary
A very exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated staff nurse to join our growing nursing team in a new, purpose build 24 bedded elective orthopaedic unit.
The new unit will be situated on the University Hospitals Plymouth - Derriford Site, outside of Maternity. The new unit is currently under construction with a planned open date for Summer 2023. The unit will have its own dedicated theatres that are also under construction on level 2.
The new orthopaedic unit will lead the way with delivering innovative and excellent care. We will have 2 areas within our unit, a second stage recovery and a ward area with a higher level observation for the more complex orthopaedic procedures.
We will support you to develop as a staff nurse and learn new skills to carry with you on your nursing journey and enhance your knowledge within orthopaedics.
You must have a passion for delivering kind and compassionate care and be willing to learn and develop within your role. Recruiting capable and committed staff is essential to maintaining our high standards of quality, safety and patient experience. Your personal qualities should include excellent organisational skills together with a positive approach and the ability to work effectively within the team.
For any further information please contact Danielle Quigley.
Main duties of the job
Responsible for co-ordinating and delivering effective quality nursing care following a patient centred model of practice and ensuring area of work runs smoothly and efficiently.
To provide clinical expertise and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Supervision and direction of junior nursing staff, healthcare assistants and learners.
Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS at Risk staff throughout Devon who is able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Meavy ward is a 12 bedded unit which provide care for adult patients in need of a joint replacement from across the Peninsula.
Assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating of individual patients needs based on evidence. This includes all aspects of care from admission to discharge.
Reporting and documenting all relevant nursing/patient needs, communicating changes with other health care professionals in the multi-disciplinary team with ongoing responsibility for patient care as they occur.
Promoting and delivering health education within the clinical area and advise patient, family, and others in health promotion issues. Engage; interact with carers/family encouraging them to be actively involved in patients care, planning as outlined in the ward/unit philosophy.
Demonstrating and undertaking evidence-based practice playing an active part in the introduction of this evidence to improve patient centred care
Supervising, assessing, mentoring and supporting junior Registered Nurses and Health Care Professionals including bank and agency staff in the clinical setting.
Increasing the level of knowledge and skills within the Ward/Directorate through sharing best practice and supporting others to develop their professional abilities.
Implementing and sharing good infection control practice.
Undertaking manual handling assessments and ensuring identified actions are met.
Day to day direct supervision of team of patients and staff.
Maintaining, sharing and continually developing an in depth specialist knowledge of nursing practice relevant to the individual clinical area.
Assisting other clinical areas within the Trust if the clinical situation or staffing levels demand.
Undertaking manual handling assessments and ensuring identified actions are met.
Initiating appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff development and training.
Supporting team members in delivering their objectives through offering advice, guidance and support as appropriate.
Maintaining personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, in line with professional registration requirements. Maintain an up to date record of professional development
Ensure up to date knowledge and competence in use of clinical equipment regularly used and maintain a personal record of training.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Meavy ward is a 12 bedded unit which provide care for adult patients in need of a joint replacement from across the Peninsula.
Assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating of individual patients needs based on evidence. This includes all aspects of care from admission to discharge.
Reporting and documenting all relevant nursing/patient needs, communicating changes with other health care professionals in the multi-disciplinary team with ongoing responsibility for patient care as they occur.
Promoting and delivering health education within the clinical area and advise patient, family, and others in health promotion issues. Engage; interact with carers/family encouraging them to be actively involved in patients care, planning as outlined in the ward/unit philosophy.
Demonstrating and undertaking evidence-based practice playing an active part in the introduction of this evidence to improve patient centred care
Supervising, assessing, mentoring and supporting junior Registered Nurses and Health Care Professionals including bank and agency staff in the clinical setting.
Increasing the level of knowledge and skills within the Ward/Directorate through sharing best practice and supporting others to develop their professional abilities.
Implementing and sharing good infection control practice.
Undertaking manual handling assessments and ensuring identified actions are met.
Day to day direct supervision of team of patients and staff.
Maintaining, sharing and continually developing an in depth specialist knowledge of nursing practice relevant to the individual clinical area.
Assisting other clinical areas within the Trust if the clinical situation or staffing levels demand.
Undertaking manual handling assessments and ensuring identified actions are met.
Initiating appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff development and training.
Supporting team members in delivering their objectives through offering advice, guidance and support as appropriate.
Maintaining personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, in line with professional registration requirements. Maintain an up to date record of professional development
Ensure up to date knowledge and competence in use of clinical equipment regularly used and maintain a personal record of training.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Relevant IT skills
- Post registration demonstrable experience in a relevant clinical area
- Proven evidence of recent Continuing Professional development
- Proven knowledge of patient administration system
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Relevant leadership course
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Relevant IT skills
- Post registration demonstrable experience in a relevant clinical area
- Proven evidence of recent Continuing Professional development
- Proven knowledge of patient administration system
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Relevant leadership course
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).
