If you are looking for an exciting challenge, then why not join our Trauma Unit?

We have an exciting opportunity available at the Royal Cornwall Hospital for a Registered Nurse to join our committed team on the Trauma Unit. The Trauma Unit is a 30 bedded trauma and orthopaedic unit, which cares for patients that pre-operative and post-operative the Trauma Unit has a fantastic MDT approach and a wide variety of patients.

We are seeking applications from nurses who have the ability and determination to learn and to gain new skills and competencies and who are motivated to develop the highest standards of care and who are committed to continuous improvement.

Successful applicants will have excellent communication skills and have a good knowledge and understanding of clinical standards. You must be able to work on your own initiative and also be an excellent team player whilst being prepared to develop as an individual and support others to develop.

Main duties of the job

To work as a skilled member of the nursing team.

To provide a high standard of compassionate patient centred care.

To lead and supervise the work of other qualified and unqualified staff within the team

To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team.

To be able to take charge of the ward in the absence of senior nursing staff, as deemed appropriate by the Ward Sister / Charge Nurse or Clinical Matron.

About us

Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

• Identity Checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Right to work in the UK

For further information please visit:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation

We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 1 Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration / students pending registration
• Commitment to obtain assessing / mentoring qualification

Desirable

• Evidence of professional portfolio
• Basic computer skills

Skills

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Desirable

• Basic computer skills

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in an acute Trust within the last twelve months (this can include student placement)

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of evidence based practice to enhance care

Desirable

• Experience/good understanding of Trauma Orthopaedics

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Address

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Truro

TR1 3LJ

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

156-6823542