Job summary An exciting opportunity has come up for a Registered Nurse to join our committed nursing team on Ward 33a. We want our nurses to make a real difference to patients in our Burns and Plastics Surgery team. Here are some of the reasons why our team is unique: We are a regional burns unit and the major trauma centre for plastic and reconstructive surgery for the Southwest of England. Our plastic reconstruction team is recognised as one of the best in the country We offer opportunities to work in our ward-based adults burns clinic with future opportunities to run the clinic We have a team of 19 burns and plastic surgery consultants supported by a dedicated multidisciplinary team We are proud of the learning opportunities available within our department, which includes ward and Trust based in house teaching Applicants must be flexible and willing to undertake internal rotation to night duty. Main duties of the job Our department is a busy 28 bedded Burns and Plastic Surgery ward, with 20 en-suite rooms and 2 four bedded bays along with an Adult Burns Clinic run on the ward. Your day will include: Working with patients who have undergone emergency or elective reconstructive surgery for trauma related injuries, cancer, burns and other minor/major injuries Being responsible for coordinating and providing complete care to allocated patients and work as part of the team Participating in or carrying out small to complex dressing changes in wound management Working closely with members of the multidisciplinary team, including Therapists and Psychologists, Doctors, and speciality Nurses Being actively involved in your own development and supporting junior members of the team in their development Supporting our patients and their families on their journey during their stay Working in the Adult Burns clinic About us North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our three Trust Objectives are: Deliver Great Care Develop Healthcare for the Future Be an Anchor in our Community North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups. Date posted 01 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 339-TA-RN-33A-1124 Job locations Southmead Hospital Bristol BS10 5NB Job description Job responsibilities For a full overview of the Job Description, please refer to the PDF Job Description attached as an additional document to this advert. The post holder will provide excellent, safe and research based care for plastic surgery and burns patients, pre and post surgery and during their rehabilitation. The post holder will work within and lead a clinical care team. The post holder will take personal responsibility and accountability for ensuring that Trust and local policies and procedures are known and followed and will ensure duties are carried out in accordance with the advisory guidelines and practice set out in the NMC code of Professional conduct. The post holder will be responsible for assessment, planning, provision, maintenance and evaluation of patient care. The post holder will take responsibility for the supervision and guidance of other staff including health care assistants and students on a daily basis. The post holder will actively contribute to the provision of a good learning environment by taking on the role of mentor/assessor for learners eg. Student nurses and support worker role. The post holder will be designated on a regular basis to take charge of the ward/department in the absence of the ward manager or senior nurse after two years in post and on an occasional basis within the first two years in post. Job description Job responsibilities For a full overview of the Job Description, please refer to the PDF Job Description attached as an additional document to this advert. The post holder will provide excellent, safe and research based care for plastic surgery and burns patients, pre and post surgery and during their rehabilitation. The post holder will work within and lead a clinical care team. The post holder will take personal responsibility and accountability for ensuring that Trust and local policies and procedures are known and followed and will ensure duties are carried out in accordance with the advisory guidelines and practice set out in the NMC code of Professional conduct. The post holder will be responsible for assessment, planning, provision, maintenance and evaluation of patient care. The post holder will take responsibility for the supervision and guidance of other staff including health care assistants and students on a daily basis. The post holder will actively contribute to the provision of a good learning environment by taking on the role of mentor/assessor for learners eg. Student nurses and support worker role. The post holder will be designated on a regular basis to take charge of the ward/department in the absence of the ward manager or senior nurse after two years in post and on an occasional basis within the first two years in post. Person Specification Education & Qualifications Essential RGN/Paediatric Nurse, with current live NMC registration Evidence of continuing professional development Desirable Teaching and assessing qualification (998 or equivalent) or willing to undertake after 2 years post registration Work Experience Essential Expectation to undertake training for extended roles required by the ward / department. i.e. IV drug administration, Cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs, male catheterisation, PCA and Epidural training Experience in a hospital setting, as a Qualified Nurse or a Qualifying Student Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential Advanced communication skills, verbal & written, to include report writing and record keeping. Excellent interpersonal skills with patients and multidisciplinary team Ability to work as part of a team Basic computer / IT skills and expectation to develop these in line with the needs of the service i.e. Care flow, ICE, Microsoft, Teams Desirable Knowledge of surgical clinical skills Person Specification Education & Qualifications Essential RGN/Paediatric Nurse, with current live NMC registration Evidence of continuing professional development Desirable Teaching and assessing qualification (998 or equivalent) or willing to undertake after 2 years post registration Work Experience Essential Expectation to undertake training for extended roles required by the ward / department. i.e. IV drug administration, Cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs, male catheterisation, PCA and Epidural training Experience in a hospital setting, as a Qualified Nurse or a Qualifying Student Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential Advanced communication skills, verbal & written, to include report writing and record keeping. Excellent interpersonal skills with patients and multidisciplinary team Ability to work as part of a team Basic computer / IT skills and expectation to develop these in line with the needs of the service i.e. Care flow, ICE, Microsoft, Teams Desirable Knowledge of surgical clinical skills 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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 North Bristol NHS Trust Address Southmead Hospital Bristol BS10 5NB Employer's website https://www.nbt.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)