Job summary
Ward 3 is a 24 bedded Oncology ward. We provide specialist post operative oncology care for patients from all over the country, Southern Ireland and Jersey-our consultants are highly sort after for the specific surgeries they can perform. We not only care for orthopaedic oncology but also soft tissue sarcoma's working closely with Plastic Surgeons from QEHB.
We work closely as part of a wide multi-disciplinary team on the ward including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, McMillan Nurses and Tissue Viability.
We have 3 side rooms sponsered by the Teenage Cancer Trust so can care for patients and their relatives from the age of 16 to 24.
We offer training and development in this role to further enable you to give the high standard of care we strive to give all our patients.
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 OrthopaedicHospital 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. Flexible working requests will be considered.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will:1. Work at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Standards of Practice and Behaviors, revalidation and relevant professional guidelines, independently / autonomously and at times without direct supervision.
See Job Description and Personal Specification
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will:1. Work at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Standards of Practice and Behaviors, revalidation and relevant professional guidelines, independently / autonomously and at times without direct supervision.
See Job Description and Personal Specification
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current or pending NMC Registration Adult Nursing
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing
Desirable
- GCSE or equivalent in Nursing
Experience
Essential
- Recent clinical experience in a Healthcare setting
- Evidence of ongoing professional developement
Desirable
- Oncology or Orthopaedic experience
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Basic IT skills
- Clinical compentence
- Able to prioritise patient care needs
- Have or willing to undertake further skills relevant to the wards needs
Desirable
- Changes within the NHS
- Clinical Governance/Audit purposes
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Works well within a team
- Uses own initiative and clinical judgement
- Able to work under pressure
- Excellent communications skills, verbal, written and listening.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current or pending NMC Registration Adult Nursing
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing
Desirable
- GCSE or equivalent in Nursing
Experience
Essential
- Recent clinical experience in a Healthcare setting
- Evidence of ongoing professional developement
Desirable
- Oncology or Orthopaedic experience
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Basic IT skills
- Clinical compentence
- Able to prioritise patient care needs
- Have or willing to undertake further skills relevant to the wards needs
Desirable
- Changes within the NHS
- Clinical Governance/Audit purposes
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Works well within a team
- Uses own initiative and clinical judgement
- Able to work under pressure
- Excellent communications skills, verbal, written and listening.
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 Hopsital
Bristol Road South
Birmingham
B31 2AP
Employer's website
https://www.roh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
