Job summary You will have the responsibility within MSE trust, to provide advice and treatment for patients over the age of 50 that are identified as at risk of fragility fracture and osteoporosis. This includes the identification, assessment including use of FRAX, DXA and blood investigations, monitoring and management of this group of patients. Ensuring good communication between primary and secondary care. Increasing awareness and training for both patients and staff in reducing the risk further fracture. Maintain the RCP Fragility fracture database. NB: This post will initially be based at Southend Hospital for training. Upon completion of competencies, post holders will be working at Basildon and Broomfield hospitals. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will assist in the day-to-day running of the Fracture Liaison Service, in the development and implementation of pathways for patients who have a fragility fracture. Identify patient from the daily trauma meetings, TAC and ward patients. Act as a resource and provide advice, information and support with caring of these patients. Conduct own nurse-led outpatient clinics, working autonomously without direct supervision. Ability to discuss complex cases with the clinical lead for FLS Maintain the RCP fragility fracture database About us Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us. We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress. Date posted 17 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) Contract Secondment Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 390-DoM-SO-3160 Job locations Southend Prittlewell Chase Southend SS0 0RY Job description Job responsibilities For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description. We look forward to your application. Job description Job responsibilities For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description. We look forward to your application. Person Specification Registered nurse Essential Minimum 3 years post registration NMC Registered Desirable Ward experience Experience Essential T&O, DMOP or Rheumatology experience Desirable Minimum 1 year experience on T&O or DMOP ward Person Specification Registered nurse Essential Minimum 3 years post registration NMC Registered Desirable Ward experience Experience Essential T&O, DMOP or Rheumatology experience Desirable Minimum 1 year experience on T&O or DMOP ward 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 Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Southend Prittlewell Chase Southend SS0 0RY Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)