Staff Nurse inBirmingham inBirmingham PUBLISHED 15 NOV 2024

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum Pro-rata if part time PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust rPMumG3w

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Ward 4 is an 20 bedded inpatient unit providing orthopaedic large joint services to adult patients.

Staff Nurse, Band 5

Full time/ Part time

Ward 4 Newly qualified Nurses welcome

About us

The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest specialist orthopaedic units in Europe. Our 200-year heritage of innovation and excellence still drives us today as we continue to push boundaries to deliver the best care possible. We are rated among the best in the NHS for both clinical outcomes and patient experience and were rated as 'good' by the CQC in our latest inspection. We are in an exciting period of strategic change which includes new service development and growth.

Our vision is to be 'first choice for orthopaedic care' and we're looking for the right people to help us achieve our vision. If you're values-driven and committed to quality and continuous improvement, then you might be just who we're looking for...

About us

Ward 4 is an 20 bedded inpatient unit providing orthopaedic large joint services to adult patients. As a specialist Foundation Trust, we are in an enviable position to focus our attention on high quality care and innovation. Ward 4 is often at the forefront of these innovations and as Staff Nurse you will be involved in delivering pioneering and life-changing care. We also provide a Bone Infection Unit (BIU) service and provide nursing care for patients being treated under this service. As a nursing team, we have made vast improvements to develop our nursing processes to ensure that we provide the best in nursing care to our patients. We pride ourselves in ensuring that we consistently challenge ourselves to provide the best care to our patients to ensure they can recover from their operation and return home with an improved quality of life.

About us

For a detailed job description and list of main responsibilities, please see the attached job description document

Staff Nurse, Band 5

Full time/ Part time

Ward 4 Newly qualified Nurses welcome

About us

About us
For a detailed job description and list of main responsibilities, please see the attached job description document

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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:

Educational Qualifications:

1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.

2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.

Clinical Skills:

1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.

2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.

3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.

4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.

5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.

6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).

Soft Skills:

1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.

2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.

3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.

4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.

5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills:

1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.

2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.

3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).

Continuing Professional Development:

1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.

Employment Considerations:

1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.

2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.

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