Registered Nurse

Job summary

We are seeking a caring, dedicated, and motivatedStaff Nurseto join theOrthopaedic, Rheumatology and Fracture Clinic team at Peterborough City Hospital. If you are an excellent communicator with a passion for delivering high standards of patient care in line with the NMC code of conduct, this is the opportunity for you!

What We're Looking For:

• A Registered Nurse with a current live NMC pin.
• A caring and compassionate approach, always acting in the patient's best interest.
• Strong communication and team-working skills.
• Commitment to improving the patient experience and contributing to clinical excellence.

Why Join Us?This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive, innovative team, providing care to a diverse patient group in a rewarding environment. You will be part of a department dedicated to fostering growth, development, and excellence in orthopaedic care.

Ready to Make a Difference?Apply now to be part of a team that's redefining care in the Fracture and Orthopaedic Clinic. Let's shape the future of patient care together!

Main duties of the job

As part of a dynamic clinical team, you will work alongside the Ward/Department Manager, Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse, Matrons, the Practice Development Team (PDT), and the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) to provide exceptional care for patients throughout their care pathway. Your role will include:

• Delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to both trauma and elective patients, including children and adults.
• Supporting the smooth running of trauma and elective clinics, as well as the plaster room.
• Acting as a mentor to students and junior team members, serving as a role model and upholding Trust policies and procedures.
• Engaging in professional development to achieve competencies outlined in the 'Senior Band 5' competency pack, working towards becoming a Senior Registered Nurse.

About us

Priority will be given to colleagues identified as at risk through the Trust's redeployment process.

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team.

Person specification

Education and Qualifictions

Essential

• NMC Qualification

Desirable

• Teaching/Mentorship Qualification
• Post registration experience

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates an understanding of accountability and responsibility
• Knowledge of the role of a registered nurse in relevant area
• Knowledge regarding the NMC code of practice and limitation scope of professional practice
• Ability to function as part of the multi professional team
• Ability to assess the competence of others

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to recognise incorrect or ineffective practice
• Knowledge of holistic care
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written people at all levels

Key Skills

Essential

• Willingness to embrace change to meet the needs of a busy Trauma Orthopaedic Ward
• A desire to learn and develop new skills including skills specifically related to Trauma Orthopaedics