An exciting opportunity has arisen for a registered nurse to join our friendly and developing team on Ward 11 (Trauma and orthopaedics) to cover maternity leave for 12 months. We can offer full or part time hours; however, the candidate needs to be prepared to rotate between days/nights including weekend and bank holiday working when required.
Ward 11 is a busy 25 bedded acute trauma and orthopaedic ward, where patients vary from acute trauma admissions to post-operative orthopaedic patient care.
We are looking for positive, motivated and caring nurses with a keen interest in Orthopaedic nursing. Having a positive team culture is essential in ensuring the efficient running of the unit and ensuring positive experiences and outcomes for patients.
This requires excellent communication between the multidisciplinary team and the nursing team. As such, this role needs individuals with great communication skills, who are adaptable, work well under pressure, and who are excellent team players.
This is for a 12 month fixed term position
* Take responsibility for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of the nursing care for a named caseload of patients, including their property and valuables.
* Assist in creating a therapeutic environment which meets the needs of patients, relatives and carers.
* Adhere to Wirral Hospital objectives, policies, protocols and guidelines.
* Liaise with other members of the multidisciplinary team.
* Contribute to promoting a critical, analytical approach to the delivery of care and implementation of change.
* Participate in audits.
* Continuously update own skills and knowledge and maintain awareness of clinical issues.
* In the absence of the Ward/Departmental Manager or their deputy, act as shift coordinator.
* Act as a preceptor, Practice Assessor/Supervisor and/or NVQ assessor to junior staff and students.
* Supervise and lead a team of junior staff.
* Undertake appraisals of staff within the team.
* Contribute to meeting the agreed objectives for the Ward/Department.
* Be aware of and adhere to national, local and professional policies, protocols and guidelines.
* Ensure effective communication with patients, families, peers promoting safe patient care and good patient experience.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Sister Sarah Noble
Job title: Ward Sister
Email address: sarah.noble7@nhs.net
Telephone number: 0151 604 7026
Sister Jessica Brislen
Email address: jessica.brislen@nhs.net
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