Job summary The Main Outpatient Department at Oldham Hospital holds clinics for many different specialities within several different locations and we are currently looking to recruit an established Nursing Associate who is willing to undertake the British Orthopaedic Association Plaster Certificate to join the existing team. The content of the course includes underpinning knowledge of anatomy and physiology, trauma, and Orthopaedics, as well as cast application techniques. The BCC will be awarded to students who satisfactorily complete the course. The assessments compromise a theoretical component (3000 words) and an Objective Structured Clinical Examinations. On completion of course the Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate their skills and knowledge in a range of casting techniques including Fixed Rigidity Casts and have a wide range of casting skills with Plaster of Paris and Synthetic materials. Main duties of the job To provide the highest possible standard of patient care in the application and removal of casts or braces. To apply appropriate casts following consultation or written instruction with/from members of the multi-disciplinary team involved in the patient's care. To follow Trust policies and procedures in the application of all casts and braces, and to assist in the development and implementation of such, where required. To undertake clinical duties for which competence has been assessed and achieved: such as wound care & removal of sutures/clips. To maintain accurate and contemporaneous record keeping, and to uphold the confidentiality of all patient information. To provide advice to staff regarding the management of care for patients in casts. To provide instruction to patients/carers regarding plaster care and encourage patient/carer involvement. To contribute to the effective structure of clinics. To maintain a professional attitude in approach and appearance. To safely undertake procedures to meet the patient's nursing needs to include; undertaking routine procedures including venepuncture, measuring and interpreting blood glucose levels, recording and interpreting vital signs, pressure area care, wound care, skin integrity. To help to bridge the gap between Health Care Assistants and Registered Nurses by working independently under the leadership of Registered Nurses, working within the sphere of nursing and care and within all aspects of the nursing proces About us The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance. Date posted 28 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number TEMP_500 Job locations The Royal Oldham Hospital Rochdale Road Oldham OL1 2JH Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk Person Specification Qualifications Essential Foundation Degree GCSEs Grade C or above in Maths and English Language / New GCSE Grade 4-9 in Maths and English Language OR Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or equivalent Willingness to undertake relevant further study or training Desirable BOA - British casting certificate Professional Registration Essential Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC Register Knowledge, Training & Experience Essential Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans Desirable Previous experience working in trauma and orthopaedics Previous experience working in a plaster room environment Knowledge of incident reporting and requirements for root cause analysis Skills & Abilities Essential Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers and colleagues Have effective time management skills and the ability to prioritise Maintain high standards of quality in corporate and clinical record keeping ensuring information is always recorded accurately, appropriately and kept up to Wound care skills Pressure area care Desirable Demonstrate a good knowledge of the speciality IT - knowledge and use of databases and Microsoft office packages Evidence of application of casting and splints Person Specification Qualifications Essential Foundation Degree GCSEs Grade C or above in Maths and English Language / New GCSE Grade 4-9 in Maths and English Language OR Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or equivalent Willingness to undertake relevant further study or training Desirable BOA - British casting certificate Professional Registration Essential Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC Register Knowledge, Training & Experience Essential Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans Desirable Previous experience working in trauma and orthopaedics Previous experience working in a plaster room environment Knowledge of incident reporting and requirements for root cause analysis Skills & Abilities Essential Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers and colleagues Have effective time management skills and the ability to prioritise Maintain high standards of quality in corporate and clinical record keeping ensuring information is always recorded accurately, appropriately and kept up to Wound care skills Pressure area care Desirable Demonstrate a good knowledge of the speciality IT - knowledge and use of databases and Microsoft office packages Evidence of application of casting and splints 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 Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Address The Royal Oldham Hospital Rochdale Road Oldham OL1 2JH Employer's website https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)