Registered Nurse - Trauma and Orthopaedic ward

Orthopaedic ward manager, Gemma, says a career in orthopaedic nursing can help to transform lives.“One of the most rewarding parts of the job is supporting patients to regain their mobility and to resume their normal daily activities. Our multidisciplinary team approach to care ensures patients are fully supported whilst recovering and it is an area of nursing that you can make an invaluable contribution.”

“We’re a friendly, welcoming and supportive team and there are opportunities to work across departments gaining leadership and management skills along the way."

We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and passionate nurses with an interest in providing exceptional care to patients on our orthopaedic ward. Whether you are an experienced Registered Nurse or about to embark on your nursing career, we would welcome your application.

Fountains ward is led by experienced Ward Manager Gemma, a team of dedicated Band 6 Sisters, and a supportive Matron, Jenny.

As a Trust we offer our Registered Nurses:

• 4 weeks supernumerary for experienced Nurses and 8 weeks for newly qualified Nurses
• Highly-recommended Preceptorship Programme with protected time away from the ward
• First year of NMC fees paid
• Access to clinical skills training in our Clinical Skills Lab and personal development courses
• First Line Leadership programme to help develop your leadership skills
• Band 6 and 7 development posts
• Support and guidance with revalidation
• Rotational option to other surgical departments within the directorate and ICU.

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If you require an OSCE to gain NMC registration please state whether you have passed your English Language and CBT. These are essential requirements for the role. Please note that at this time HDFT is not recruiting from countries on the World Health Organisation Workforce Support and Safeguard List, 2020. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide ‘outstanding’ care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.

• An inclusive and supportive culture – our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
• Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
• Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
• Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.

One of our Newly Qualified Nurses Ellasays HDFT is a really friendly and supportive place to work,“you’ve got the full support from anyone across the whole hospital.”

1) To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and to provide nursing care for patients. This requires detailed knowledge of equipment and specialised information on procedures undertaken in the clinical environment.

2) In consultation with senior staff, the post holder will help plan, co-ordinate, implement, and evaluate care for patients.

3) Maintain standards in accordance with ward /Trust policies and procedures and NMC code of conduct

4) Maintain a safe working environment, being aware of the necessity to comply with Health & Safety regulations and the Environmental Health Act, and to attend mandatory training courses.

5) Maintain safe custody of all drugs and medicines and when trained demonstrate the manipulation, dexterity and co-ordination of IV drugs.

6) To work unsupervised at times, using ward Protocols and Policies.