Job summary
Hilton Main is a 28 bed elective orthopaedic ward within Cannock Chase Hospital, with a further 8 bed Surgical enhanced care unit.
We can offer a comprehensive induction, an excellent training & development package.
We are looking for a qualified nurse associate to support the elective joint replacement enhanced recovery pathway, working alongside our current enhanced recovery nurse specialist.
An informal visit is strongly advised for this position
Main duties of the job
To provide effective, evidence based general and specific care for patients under the indirect supervision of a registered practitioner.
To plan, organise and deliver compassionate person-centred care, and treat patients, service users, their families and their carers with consideration, dignity and the respect you would want for yourself or your family.
To provide relevant forms of care with minimal supervision.
This role will be supporting and working alongside our current clinical nurse specialist
Assisting the Enhanced Recovery Specialist Nurse with data collection for all elective joint replacement patients within the Orthopaedic Department.
Arranging appointments for face-to-face Joint School via the Patient Administration System (PAS).
Maintaining accurate records of Joint School attendance via the Patient Administration System (PAS).
Assisting/participating in the delivery of face-to-face Joint School.
Assisting in signposting of patients to online joint school
Actively participating in the delivery of Enhanced Recovery in the post-operative phase (including early mobilisation)
Ensuring systems are in place for the effective flow of patients through the unit.
About us
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the West Midlands providing primary, acute and community services and we are incredibly proud of the diversity of both our staff and the communities we serve. We are building a workforce that can help us to fulfil our values, improve quality of care for patients, and solve the health care problems of tomorrow. We're passionate about the value that diversity of thinking and lived experience brings in enabling us to become a learning organisation and leader in delivering compassionate care for our patients.We are delighted that we have been rated as "Good" by CQC. We have achieved numerous awards; The Nursing Times Best Diversity and Inclusion Practice and Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff in 2020.The Trust is a supportive working environment committed to creating flexible working arrangements that suit your needs and as such will consider all requests from applicants who wish to work flexibly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Practice within the NMC Standards of Practice and Behaviour for Nurse Assosciates.
Participate in the assessment of patient care needs, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care in accordance with the agreed policies and procedures of The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust.
Administer prescribed medication and treatment in a timely manner, in accordance with Trust policies and Professional guidelines.
Take responsibility for groups of patients as required, with minimal supervision from senior staff.
Deliver evidence based care, and promote the use of evidence based practice, referring to Nursing Clinical Practices accordingly.
Liaise effectively with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure timely delivery of care and develop good working relationships.
Practise within an ethical framework based upon respect for the well-being and safety of patients and clients.
Maintain accurate and legible records of care and other documentation in accordance with Trust and professional standards.
Take personal responsibility for actions and omissions, and recognise personal accountability.
Report on treatment, care, and any concerns, promptly and effectively to senior staff to maintain effective communication channels.
Report incidents and near misses promptly and appropriately and take effective action to minimise future risk.
Practice in such a way that ensures efficient and effective use of resources
Job description
Job responsibilities
Practice within the NMC Standards of Practice and Behaviour for Nurse Assosciates.
Participate in the assessment of patient care needs, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care in accordance with the agreed policies and procedures of The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust.
Administer prescribed medication and treatment in a timely manner, in accordance with Trust policies and Professional guidelines.
Take responsibility for groups of patients as required, with minimal supervision from senior staff.
Deliver evidence based care, and promote the use of evidence based practice, referring to Nursing Clinical Practices accordingly.
Liaise effectively with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure timely delivery of care and develop good working relationships.
Practise within an ethical framework based upon respect for the well-being and safety of patients and clients.
Maintain accurate and legible records of care and other documentation in accordance with Trust and professional standards.
Take personal responsibility for actions and omissions, and recognise personal accountability.
Report on treatment, care, and any concerns, promptly and effectively to senior staff to maintain effective communication channels.
Report incidents and near misses promptly and appropriately and take effective action to minimise future risk.
Practice in such a way that ensures efficient and effective use of resources
Person Specification
Registration with N.M.C
Essential
Desirable
Communication
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with Elective Orthopaedics
Desirable
- Experience at working with elective joint replacement patients
Person Specification
Registration with N.M.C
Essential
Desirable
Communication
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with Elective Orthopaedics
Desirable
- Experience at working with elective joint replacement patients
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).
