Band 5 Orthopaedic Nurse

Northumbria Healthcare Nhs Foundation Trust; Hexham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Hexham is seeking a Band 5 Orthopaedic Nurse to deliver high-quality care to patients undergoing hip and knee replacements. Responsibilities include assisting in pre- and post-operative care, working with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring clinical standards are upheld. Applicants must have a registered nurse qualification and should be eligible for UK visa sponsorship. The role emphasizes teamwork and patient-centered care within a diverse and inclusive setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold active registration as a nurse in the UK.
• Experience in elective orthopaedics or similar nursing fields is advantageous.
• Must be able to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care and ensure same-day discharge when safe.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver quality care.
• Manage patient care plans and maintain clinical standards.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Eligibility for UK visa sponsorship

Job description

Ward Overview

Ward 3 is an elective Orthopaedic ward providing a high standard of care to patients undergoing hip and knee replacements following the fast track protocol. We assist patients pre‑ and post‑operatively to achieve same‑day discharge where safe, with overnight stay if required. We also care for patients undergoing minor local anaesthetic procedures, including plastics and orthopaedic injections.

Role Responsibilities

• Assist patients pre‑ and post‑operatively to achieve same‑day discharge where safe.
• Care for patients undergoing minor local anaesthetic procedures, including plastics and orthopaedic injections.
• Work alongside the multidisciplinary team to deliver high‑quality, safe care for patient groups.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care as a Band 5 Orthopaedic Nurse.
• Provide direct patient care, support staff, and coordinate with ward team under senior direction.
• Ensure high clinical standards are maintained.
• Manage care plans and ensure effective communication.
• Participate in staff development and education.
• Use digital systems and adapt within practice; training will be provided.

Requirements

• Applicants who meet Fit and Proper Person Requirements (FPPR) will require additional pre‑employment checks in line with CQC and NHS England statutory guidance.
• Applicants who are members of the Armed Forces, and those with a disability that requires support in the workplace (Two Ticks Pledge), and who meet the essential criteria, will be interviewed under the Trust's interview guarantee scheme.
• For secondment roles, applicant must receive appropriate approval from current manager and complete documentation before submission.
• Successful applicants must pay for DBS certification from the first monthly pay (salary deduction).
• Applicants must hold, or be eligible for, a UK visa sponsorship (skilled worker visa) subject to UKVI eligibility.

Equal Opportunities

We recognise the positive value of diversity and inclusion and are committed to a workforce that is diverse, equal and inclusive. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from BAME candidates as they are currently under‑represented in our workforce, as well as other under‑represented groups such as LGBT+ and disabled candidates. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.