Job summary Are you an experienced and motivated nurse with a passion for Trauma and Orthopaedics? Are you ready to take the next step in your career and help shape the future of nursing care on a busy, dynamic ward? If so, we want to hear from you. Level 11 West are looking for an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Band 6 to join our dedicated Trauma and Orthopaedics team for 1 year secondment to cover Maternity leave This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse who is ready to develop their leadership skills, make a real impact on patient care, and play a key role in supporting the team Main duties of the job As a member of the multi-disciplinary team to provide the highest standard of patient care. Contributes to the smooth and efficient running of the ward over a 7 day period. Prioritises care and delegates duties to others as appropriate ensuring they are supervised and mentored responding effectively the changing nature of the workload Continues to develop own knowledge and skills through locally agreed personal development plans and facilitates the development of others. Participates in change management and clinical audit within own area of work. Works in partnership with other agencies. ) To provide and ensure the provision of safe andhigh quality patient care and to work within the guidelines of the trust Provide aconducive learning environment for all staff and students, offering tuition, support and guidance to nursing staff on the ward. About us At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do. We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/ Date posted 23 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 279-7156084-APR25 Job locations Brighton Brighton BN2 5BE Job description Job responsibilities Address the needs of individuals to bring about improvement in the health and wellbeing of patients through the delivery of evidence-based care Manages the ward on a regular basis, recognising and responding effectively to the changing nature of the workload. Model excellent practice through effective assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care. Articulate and discuss source of evidence on which care is based. Articulate the decision making process underlying the management of own and others time and the patient workload. Initiate and develop plans for health promotion with individuals involving parents/carers and multidisciplinary teams. Demonstrate involvement with the multi-disciplinary team. Has knowledge of the needs of all Trauma and Orthopaedic patients and is able to communicate their needs to other members of the multi-disciplinary an multi-agency teams. Liaises with specialist nurses and other disciplines at spoke hospitals to ensure high standards of care across the Region. Recognition of organisational and clinical needs that may affect the area in which they work. Initiates and maintains effective communication with others about the patients in their care. Negotiate sensitively with patients, relatives and carers regarding care and discharge planning. Behave in a consistent manner with patients, relatives and theircarers, the multi-disciplinary team and the public. Liaises with ward manager to manage sickness and staffing. Liaise with site managers, bed managers and matrons to and multidisciplinary team regarding admissions, discharges and flow of patients between departments Demonstrate use of IT skills to complete details of admission/discharge of patients using a computerised record system Write precise, accurate and timely nursing records, reports and statements. Listen actively and respond appropriately to information given. Leads shift handovers ensuring relevant detail is communicated to the team Recognise when own and others behaviour is not acceptable and take action to address this effectively. Provides constructive feedback to individuals and the team. Responsible for maintaining own professional development and portfolio. Attend statutory and mandatory training days as required by UHS. Act as a mentor to all staff offering guidance, support and education (formal and informal). Undertake further competence based training to enable development of role. Participate in own appraisal, the appraisal of others and support staff in the setting of their Personal Development Plans. Works towards achieving the trust objectives as laid out in the Nursing and Midwifery Strategy. Facilitate and support the clinical educator and support the development of other staff to undertake a link nurse role as designated by the Ward Manager. Lead and delegate mandatory and other audit as required by the Trust In conjunction with other clinical staff, sets, monitors and evaluates standards of care for patients in all areas. Facilitate the cascading of information from other sources in the absence of the Ward Manager Awareness of organisational structure and the function of the Directorate within the organisation. Participation in and promote others participation in Trust wide forums as designated by the Sister Prioritise care and delegate duties to others asappropriate ensuring they are supervised and mentored taking into account knowledge, skills and ability of others. Maintain and raise awareness in others of the efficient use of all resources within the directorate Develops and sustains effective partnership working with individuals, groups, communities and other agencies to process admissions/transfers and coordinate discharges in accordance with UHS policy. Liaise effectively with colleagues, the multi-disciplinary team, the Wardmanager and other departments to allow the timely management of patient throughput. Job description Job responsibilities Address the needs of individuals to bring about improvement in the health and wellbeing of patients through the delivery of evidence-based care Manages the ward on a regular basis, recognising and responding effectively to the changing nature of the workload. Model excellent practice through effective assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care. Articulate and discuss source of evidence on which care is based. Articulate the decision making process underlying the management of own and others time and the patient workload. Initiate and develop plans for health promotion with individuals involving parents/carers and multidisciplinary teams. Demonstrate involvement with the multi-disciplinary team. Has knowledge of the needs of all Trauma and Orthopaedic patients and is able to communicate their needs to other members of the multi-disciplinary an multi-agency teams. Liaises with specialist nurses and other disciplines at spoke hospitals to ensure high standards of care across the Region. Recognition of organisational and clinical needs that may affect the area in which they work. Initiates and maintains effective communication with others about the patients in their care. Negotiate sensitively with patients, relatives and carers regarding care and discharge planning. Behave in a consistent manner with patients, relatives and theircarers, the multi-disciplinary team and the public. Liaises with ward manager to manage sickness and staffing. Liaise with site managers, bed managers and matrons to and multidisciplinary team regarding admissions, discharges and flow of patients between departments Demonstrate use of IT skills to complete details of admission/discharge of patients using a computerised record system Write precise, accurate and timely nursing records, reports and statements. Listen actively and respond appropriately to information given. Leads shift handovers ensuring relevant detail is communicated to the team Recognise when own and others behaviour is not acceptable and take action to address this effectively. Provides constructive feedback to individuals and the team. Responsible for maintaining own professional development and portfolio. Attend statutory and mandatory training days as required by UHS. Act as a mentor to all staff offering guidance, support and education (formal and informal). Undertake further competence based training to enable development of role. Participate in own appraisal, the appraisal of others and support staff in the setting of their Personal Development Plans. Works towards achieving the trust objectives as laid out in the Nursing and Midwifery Strategy. Facilitate and support the clinical educator and support the development of other staff to undertake a link nurse role as designated by the Ward Manager. Lead and delegate mandatory and other audit as required by the Trust In conjunction with other clinical staff, sets, monitors and evaluates standards of care for patients in all areas. Facilitate the cascading of information from other sources in the absence of the Ward Manager Awareness of organisational structure and the function of the Directorate within the organisation. Participation in and promote others participation in Trust wide forums as designated by the Sister Prioritise care and delegate duties to others asappropriate ensuring they are supervised and mentored taking into account knowledge, skills and ability of others. Maintain and raise awareness in others of the efficient use of all resources within the directorate Develops and sustains effective partnership working with individuals, groups, communities and other agencies to process admissions/transfers and coordinate discharges in accordance with UHS policy. Liaise effectively with colleagues, the multi-disciplinary team, the Wardmanager and other departments to allow the timely management of patient throughput. Person Specification Essential Essential Substantial orthopaedic experience Experience of coordinating a ward Evidence of continuous professional development Desirable Good knowledge of discharge process Understanding of HR policy and procedures Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Person Specification Essential Essential Substantial orthopaedic experience Experience of coordinating a ward Evidence of continuous professional development Desirable Good knowledge of discharge process Understanding of HR policy and procedures Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). 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 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Address Brighton Brighton BN2 5BE Employer's website https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)