Job summary
The redevelopment of Whipps Cross is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to design a new hospital from scratch. It is also a unique chance to be at the forefront of national efforts to transform how healthcare is provided for local people, as set out in the NHS Long-Term Plan. Do you wish to be part of this journey with us?
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Division of Surgery & Cancer in the recruitment of a highly motivated and dynamic band 7 Trauma & Orthopaedic Clinical Nurse Specialist. The successful candidate must be an innovative, hardworking and an enthusiastic adult nurse with a broad range of skills and experiences. You must possess and be able to demonstrate excellent leadership and management skills. We are seeking to appoint a compassionate and caring nurse who will be able to work closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver outstanding care for the patients in East London & beyond.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will:
Work as an independent practitioner supporting with management of patients with Orthopaedic needs whilst requiring inpatient care. Facilitate and support the effective and efficient management of the trauma caseload ensuring operative and other interventions are undertaken in a safe and timely manner. Act as a clinical expert and professional resource of the multidisciplinary team with the Trust. Liaise with members of the multidisciplinary team.
The post holder will lead on service development projects within the service and lead on staff development and internal/external teaching programmes. The post holder is in a leadership role within the directorate responsible for the development of innovative nursing practice within the speciality of trauma orthopaedics.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Fulfils KSF outline for Sister/Charge Nurse (Band 6)
- Previous experience within Trauma & Orthopaedics
- Relevant experience post registration experience
- Relevant experience of Orthopaedic experience
Desirable
- Relevant experience ortho experience (for band 7 role)
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels across the Department and Directorate/Trust/Organisations
- Ability to communicate with patients in an empathetic manner regarding their treatment and procedures
- Can demonstrate an enthusiastic, approachable and friendly manner
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral
- Ability to teach and share knowledge
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of MS Word and Excel
Desirable
- Knowledge of Trauma & Orthopaerdic pathways and procedures
Skills
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Course in Trauma/Orthopaedics
Desirable
- BSc in Health Assessment Skills/level 4 or willingness to work towards
- Advanced Assessment module (for band 7 role)
- Non-medical prescribing course
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Fulfils KSF outline for Sister/Charge Nurse (Band 6)
- Previous experience within Trauma & Orthopaedics
- Relevant experience post registration experience
- Relevant experience of Orthopaedic experience
Desirable
- Relevant experience ortho experience (for band 7 role)
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels across the Department and Directorate/Trust/Organisations
- Ability to communicate with patients in an empathetic manner regarding their treatment and procedures
- Can demonstrate an enthusiastic, approachable and friendly manner
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral
- Ability to teach and share knowledge
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of MS Word and Excel
Desirable
- Knowledge of Trauma & Orthopaerdic pathways and procedures
Skills
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Course in Trauma/Orthopaedics
Desirable
- BSc in Health Assessment Skills/level 4 or willingness to work towards
- Advanced Assessment module (for band 7 role)
- Non-medical prescribing 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).
