Job Description

We are a 29 bedded ward with patients who require surgery for broken bones, and wounds, ranging from hip fractures and ankle fractures to cat bites/dog bites. We look after patients pre and post-operatively that require close monitoring, personal care, manual handling and pain management. We are a big and inclusive team with a focus on rehabilitating patients to support patient flow and safe discharges.



Main duties of the job require assisting patients with personal care due to the majority of our patients having reduced mobility and high levels of pain. Additionally, patients require assistance to reposition regularly to prevent pressure sores and maintain skin integrity. Other duties include, monitoring vital signs, monitoring blood glucose levels, escalating acutely unwell patients, caring for patients living with Dementia, recording ECGs, assisting patients with eating and drinking, documentation, communicating within the Multi Disciplinary team, and assisting patients with toileting and mobilising.



The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with



visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately 580 million.



We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.



The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.



Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.



Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is a research active organisation.



It's established South West Clinical School in Cornwall exists to promote clinical academic career opportunities for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals interested in research and evidence-based activities. Read their research paper to find out more.

Website:

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/clinical-schools/royal-cornwall-hospitals-nhs-trust-clinical-school



https://doi.org/10.1177/17449871231209037

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



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