Registered Nurse - Elective Orthopaedic Unit

Uhmb; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for its Elective Orthopaedic Unit. This exciting role involves supporting patients through their surgical journey, ensuring safe discharge after procedures such as hip and knee replacements. The position offers a supportive environment for newly qualified nurses, with opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements. Join a multidisciplinary team committed to providing exceptional care in a dynamic setting, where your contributions will directly impact patient outcomes and enhance the quality of care provided.

Qualifications

• First Level Registered Nurse required for the role.
• Willingness to undertake further study and training.

Responsibilities

• Support patients from admission to discharge in a nurse-led unit.
• Work various shifts, including days and nights, 7 days a week.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Working with multidisciplinary teams

Mentoring and assessing junior staff

Experience of implementing change

Education

First Level Registered Nurse

Post-registration course relevant to area

Willingness to undertake further study

Job description

Registered Nurse - Elective Orthopaedic Unit

NHS AfC: Band 5

Main area: Elective Surgery - Orthopaedics. Grade: NHS AfC Band 5. Contract: Permanent. Hours: Full-time - 37.5 hours per week (Days/nights/weekends). Job ref: 331-B16500425

Site: Furness General Hospital. Town: Barrow in Furness. Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 per annum, pro-rata. Salary period: Yearly. Closing date: 14/05/2025 23:59

''Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work''

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay is committed to increasing workforce diversity and welcomes applications from protected groups including BAME, LGBT+, and people with disabilities.

Job overview

Join a team of nurses supported by a multidisciplinary team ensuring patients are discharged safely after elective orthopaedic surgery. The dedicated Elective Orthopaedic Unit at Furness General Hospital specializes mainly in Total Hip and Knee Replacement surgeries. The role involves working various shifts, including days and nights, 7 days a week.

Main duties of the job

You will support patients from admission to discharge, pre and post-operatively, working proactively in a nurse-led unit. Newly qualified nurses are encouraged to apply and will receive full support for preceptorship and development of extended roles. A 6-month probationary period applies for new staff.

Working for our organisation

We operate from three main hospitals: Furness General Hospital, Royal Lancaster Infirmary, and Westmorland General Hospital, along with community healthcare facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For detailed duties, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification under supporting documents or visit our website: https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Person specification

Education and Qualifications

• First Level Registered Nurse
• Willingness to undertake further study (mentoring/assessing qualification, role-specific training)
• Post-registration course relevant to area

Experience

• Working with multidisciplinary teams
• Recent professional development
• Effective communication skills
• Experience of implementing change
• Experience within the designated area
• Mentoring and assessing junior staff

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email. The Trust promotes flexible working and is committed to Equal Opportunities. We operate a No Smoking Policy.

Applicants must demonstrate how they meet the Person Specification to be shortlisted. The Trust reserves the right to close the advert early. Interview expenses are not provided. DBS checks are required for certain roles, with associated fees. Newly appointed staff will complete a 6-month probationary period. Support systems like Pre-Onboarding are available to help new staff settle in. For more info, visit https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/uhmbt-pre-onboarding.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Appropriate UK professional registration is required. This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) 2020, requiring a DBS disclosure.

Name: Chris Langley, Ward Manager. Email: [e-mail]. Telephone: [phone]. Additional contact: Katharine Smith, Clinical Leader, 01229 491081.