Registered Nurse Ludlow Ward

Oswestry, Shropshire, United Kingdom

Job Description

Ludlow Ward is a 16 bedded single side room facility, caring for patients on both NHS and Private pathways and provide a welcoming and supportive team environment that takes great pride in our nursing care.
Under the direction of the Ward/ department manager you will be responsible for providing skilled high quality nursing care within a multidisciplinary environment, ensuring individualised and effective care is practiced.
Please note we have no access to OSCE support courses, and nurses pending registration are welcome to apply but must be able to evidence that they have a satisfied the NMC Objective Structured Clinical Examination Test of Competence.
Main duties of the job
You will be a Registered Nurse (General) who is able to demonstrate excellent clinical practice, and good communication skills.
Contributing to the continuity of good team spirit and high standards of nursing care. Empowering junior staff to develop the highest possible level of clinical skills and facilitates communication within all care groups
Utilising the ward/department resources to promote excellence in practice and promote and expedite qualityissues relevant to the service delivery
About us
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH)is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities - including our recently-opened 6 million Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.
Details
Date posted
10 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
29,970 to 36,483 a year pa pr
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
224-PA20250502744
Job locations
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHSFT
Oswestry
SY10 7AG
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be responsible for the delivery of patient centered care. Maintaining own specialist knowledge and clinical skills participating in direct patient care and uphold evidence of PREP standards as required by the NMC. The post holder must be able to demonstrate extremely developed dexterous skills during clinical practice and the capability to manage periods of moderate physical effort during the shift worked.
Assess care required, requesting medical input as necessary and devising appropriate care programmes for the patient, implementing and evaluating care during the admission and in preparation for a safe discharge. Supported by written evidence.
To identify the learning needs of the patient, relatives and staff, and in consultation with the Ward/ department staff will plan and implement education to meet those needs
Full details are available on the Job description
Job responsibilities
To be responsible for the delivery of patient centered care. Maintaining own specialist knowledge and clinical skills participating in direct patient care and uphold evidence of PREP standards as required by the NMC. The post holder must be able to demonstrate extremely developed dexterous skills during clinical practice and the capability to manage periods of moderate physical effort during the shift worked.
Assess care required, requesting medical input as necessary and devising appropriate care programmes for the patient, implementing and evaluating care during the admission and in preparation for a safe discharge. Supported by written evidence.
To identify the learning needs of the patient, relatives and staff, and in consultation with the Ward/ department staff will plan and implement education to meet those needs
Full details are available on the
Person Specification
Qualifications, Attainments and Professional Registrations
Essential

  • Current or pending NMC Registration
Experience
Essential
  • Recent clinical experience within a healthcare setting
Desirable
  • Orthopaedic experience
Professional Development
Essential
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development
Skills and competencies
Essential
  • Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of - time management, clinical governance, principles of audit and research, basic IT literacy
  • Able to demonstrate competent supervision of the care of a group of patients
  • Able to demonstrate up to date clinical competence
Desirable
  • EGG, Cannulation, Venepunction, Urethral Catheterisation of patients
  • IV therapy administration
Person Specification
Qualifications, Attainments and Professional Registrations
Essential
  • Current or pending NMC Registration
Experience
Essential
  • Recent clinical experience within a healthcare setting
Desirable
  • Orthopaedic experience
Professional Development
Essential
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development
Skills and competencies
Essential
  • Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of - time management, clinical governance, principles of audit and research, basic IT literacy
  • Able to demonstrate competent supervision of the care of a group of patients
  • Able to demonstrate up to date clinical competence
Desirable
  • EGG, Cannulation, Venepunction, Urethral Catheterisation of patients
  • IV therapy administration

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3391602
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    £29970 - 36483 per year
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Oswestry, Shropshire, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned