Clinical Nurse Specialist for Orthopaedics Band 7
Join to apply for the Clinical Nurse Specialist for Orthopaedics Band 7 role at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Clinical Nurse Specialist for Orthopaedics Band 7
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Join to apply for the Clinical Nurse Specialist for Orthopaedics Band 7 role at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
Clinical Nurse Specialist - Trauma & Orthopaedics Band 7
Site: West Middlesex University Hospital
We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative Clinical Nurse Specialist for Trauma and Orthopaedics who will help support our cohort of patient at the West Middlesex site.
You will have individual, multiple skills and an appetite to deliver a first class nursing service at one of the UKs most successful and progressive NHS Foundation Trusts. The role entails promoting excellence in nursing practice through the integration of expert clinical practice, education, consultancy, acting as a resource and commitment to nursing research. The successful candidate will work within a well-established team.
The clinical nurse specialist for Trauma and Orthopaedics functions within a field of practice that focuses on the needs of the patient and encompasses interactions with others in delivering nursing, health and social care. The CNS also has a key role in the collection of data and planning of care for groups of patients within the orthopaedic pathways. This includes assessment, treatment and/or referral or discharge.
The key services delivered by this Division are Emergency and Elective Surgery, Theatres, Intensive Care and Burns services all of which are delivered through the busy but well organised and supported wards and departments.
The Successful Candidate Will Also
* Working autonomously whilst working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, assessing and managing caseload of orthopaedic patients.
* Maintain effective communication with patients, carers and professionals to ensure seamless service delivery
* To be responsible for coordinating the orthopaedic MDT meetings to ensure that all patient cases are discussed and managed within a multi-disciplinary setting.
* As the specialist nurse member of the MDT to provide expert knowledge and ensure there is adequate psychological support, information and appropriate onward referral of patients to other health care professionals and external agencies, and to audit the service.
* To be responsible for improving the pathway of care for orthopaedic patients.
* To act as an advocate for patients and to raise the awareness of the needs of this specific patient group. To set up, coordinate and manage monthly support groups for patients, their carers and relatives.
* To be responsible for the development and education of nurses within the Trust.
* To undertake primary research within the field of orthopaedics.
* To participate and assist in audits.
* To manage and maintain the National Hip Fracture Database, and associated reports.
* In conjunction with other nursing staff, to assist in the development of a comprehensive plan of nursing care for individual patients.
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."
If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Asia Imedi Job title: Lead Nurse for CNS Services Email address: asia.imedi@nhs.net Telephone number: 07919296023
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Health Care Provider
* Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust by 2x
Sign in to set job alerts for “Clinical Nurse Specialist” roles.
London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Harrow, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago
London, England, United Kingdom 9 hours ago
Barnet, England, United Kingdom 4 months ago
London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Clinical Nurse Specialist in Palliative and End of Life Care
London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Hounslow, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago
London, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago
Southall, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
London, England, United Kingdom 9 hours ago
London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago
Hillingdon, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Orpington, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago
Frimley, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago
Clinical Nurse Specialist, Urogynaecology
Chertsey, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Nurse - Sponsorship Available (Inside UK only)
Dartford, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
St Albans, England, United Kingdom 4 months ago
Clinical nurse specialist, breast awareness and breast screening
London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago
Clinical Nurse Specialist - Safeguarding Children
London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago
Clinical Nurse Specialist - Palliative and End of Life Care
London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago
Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Specialist
London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Clinical Nurse Specialist (Epidermolysis Bullosa)
London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago
Harrow, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago
Clinical Nurse Specialist Community Palliative Care
London, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago
London, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago
London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Greater London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago
London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Chertsey, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago
Clinical Nurse Specialist - Pre-assessment
London, England, United Kingdom 9 hours ago
London, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago
Clinical Nurse Specialist in Cystic Fibrosis
London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago
London, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago
London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr