Job Description

Staff Nurse - Trauma Assessment Unit (TAU).



Hello. My name is Julie Jackson and I am the senior sister for the Trauma Assessment Unit.



An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated nurse with excellent communication skills who has a passion for providing exceptional high quality care to our patients. We are looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking band 5 nurse to support in maintaining the high standards of quality and safety, and to ensure our patients get the best experience possible within our fast-paced unit.



We support the on-call consultant, SHO and registrar daily and you will be required to provide a service of assessment and reviewing trauma and orthopaedic patients whereby relevant testing, imaging and intervention can take place with a view for appropriate management. Effective time management and communication of referrals are key to the flow that is required in supporting the on-call team.



We are looking for a staff nurse who can continue to support in maintaining this high level of patient care and satisfaction and the continuing growth of the unit.



If you would like to be part of this fabulous team we would be interested in hearing from you. Please do get in touch if you would like to visit or have an informal chat. You can contact me via email Juliette.jackson@nhs.net or by calling 01225 824388/821723

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a staff nurse in TAU you will have duties and responsibilities such as:



The initial assessments of patients whilst waiting for the on call team, nurse practitioners and consultants to assess/review patients, including: taking a brief history, taking observations, taking blood testing samples, performing bladder scans, performing blood glucose testing, cannulation, removing dressings, initial wound care, requesting x-rays as guided by the on-call team and communicating this back to the team on-call



Understand and assist in the application of braces, slings and splints



Provide appropriate wound care and management



Support the doctors while performing minor procedures in the treatment room and with dressing application and ensuring they have all the necessary equipment required



Administer medications



Have good communication skills to be able to provide health education and teaching to patients and carers



Have good communication skills to keep patients informed, provide comfort and reassurance



You will be required to work according to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and relevant professional guidelines as a named nurse for a defined group of patients and take responsibility for:



The assessment of care and health educational needs



The development, implementation and evaluation of care including discharge planning for each patient.



At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.



We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.



We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.



A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.



We value staff well-being, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial well-being. We've even got a pool!



We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath , learn about our extensive package of staff benefits , and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research .



Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.