Job summary
The post holder will be responsible for providing specialist knowledge and advice, demonstrating a sound understanding of the issues relating to the identification, assessment, treatment management for the patient group. They will assess, plan and implement effective care of patients under the care of the Major Revision and Bone Infection Service. Utilise and develop their skills across a variety of settings, working as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will
- Be a clinical specialist in the field of revision arthroplasty and bone infection and will have the skills to empower others in clinical practice.
- Offer an advisory role in the specialty of revision arthroplasty and bone infection, which supports health professionals, patients, and carers.
- Engage directly with consultants, medical staff, and all members of the multi-disciplinary team in the management of bone infection patients, working across professional and organisational boundaries to provide a comprehensive patient focused service.
- Be responsible for supporting the Advanced Clinical Practitioner in running nurse led services and clinics that support bone infection patients in their treatment pathway.
- Act as an educational resource to all members of the MDT and the wider Trust, and facilitate the development of nurses and healthcare staff to improve the bone infection patients' experience
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
Please see attached Job description and Person specification for detailed description of duties and responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person specification for detailed description of duties and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC Registration Degree level nursing qualification Post-graduate orthopaedic nursing course or willingness to complete. Recognised teaching qualification or experience of teaching. Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Post Registration training/qualification relevant to the specialty. IRMER competencies Non-Medical Prescribing
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration band 6/7 experience in an acute setting Recent acute orthopaedic experience Worked as a member of a multidisciplinary team, ideally within a surgical environment Involvement in Audit Evidence of ability to work autonomously. Evidence of ability to recognize and analyse complex situations and take appropriate actions.
Desirable
- Experience in managing patients with bone infection.
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate a knowledge of duties required for the post. Able to work across organisational and professional boundaries
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Leadership skills and an understanding of leadership theory and practice Organisational skills Clinical skills competence- including Performance of Phlebotomy (performing and interpretation), Cannulation, ECG. Ability to motivate others and be self-motivating. Able to demonstrate negotiating and influencing skills. Able to communicate sensitive and complex information accurately and effectively with patients and colleagues, verbally and in writing where there may be barriers to understanding. Communicates with patients, carers, and family members in an empathetic manner. Value and respect the different cultures and beliefs of patients, colleagues and the organisation Presentation skills
Other job requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to cover service requirements. IT Literate Ability to work under pressure
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC Registration Degree level nursing qualification Post-graduate orthopaedic nursing course or willingness to complete. Recognised teaching qualification or experience of teaching. Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Post Registration training/qualification relevant to the specialty. IRMER competencies Non-Medical Prescribing
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration band 6/7 experience in an acute setting Recent acute orthopaedic experience Worked as a member of a multidisciplinary team, ideally within a surgical environment Involvement in Audit Evidence of ability to work autonomously. Evidence of ability to recognize and analyse complex situations and take appropriate actions.
Desirable
- Experience in managing patients with bone infection.
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate a knowledge of duties required for the post. Able to work across organisational and professional boundaries
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Leadership skills and an understanding of leadership theory and practice Organisational skills Clinical skills competence- including Performance of Phlebotomy (performing and interpretation), Cannulation, ECG. Ability to motivate others and be self-motivating. Able to demonstrate negotiating and influencing skills. Able to communicate sensitive and complex information accurately and effectively with patients and colleagues, verbally and in writing where there may be barriers to understanding. Communicates with patients, carers, and family members in an empathetic manner. Value and respect the different cultures and beliefs of patients, colleagues and the organisation Presentation skills
Other job requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to cover service requirements. IT Literate Ability to work under pressure
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)
