Band 7 Trauma and Rehabilitation Co-ordinator
We have a new opportunity for a motivated and experienced Therapist or Nurse to join our dynamic Trauma Team at Barnet Hospital - part of the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. The post is full time, working 37.5 hours per week, but flexible working may be considered. This is a newly created post at Barnet Hospital providing coordination of care for our cohort of Trauma patients. This will include working with the trauma team in ED to identify relevant patients and then supporting their journey through the hospital to discharge. We welcome applications from clinicians with experience in trauma, who are looking for a new challenge. We are looking for an enthusiastic Nurse or Therapist with proven experience of working with people with acute and complex needs - preferably within the acute care setting. Previous trauma rehab experience is beneficial, but not essential as a full induction, joint working opportunities and ongoing support will be provided from the friendly and dedicated staff within the trauma service. Main duties of the job
This post will offer the opportunity to develop highly specialist skills in the management of trauma patients at all stages of their journey - fully embracing the benefits of high-quality therapeutic relationships. The post has a strong emphasis on communication and coordination as part of a specialist multi-disciplinary team within the ED, critical care and ward settings, and excellent organisational skills will be essential. The post holder will have the opportunity to take on leadership responsibilities, which will include the provision of training and supervision of staff; the coordination of audits and service development projects, and high level communication across service areas within and external to the trust. A positive and flexible approach is essential. About us
The successful applicant will be joining an established Trauma Service including experienced doctors, nurses, therapists and support staff. They will receive support from the North East London and Essex Trauma Network Rehab Lead who is based at Barnet, and also from the matrons overseeing trauma at the hospital. There will also be the opportunity for joint working and support from the equivalent post holder on the Royal Free Hospital Site. The post holder will be encouraged to take an active role in current projects, including service development and evaluation; internal and external training; audit, policy development/review and research. This post involves working in a rewarding and challenging clinical environment. The leadership team at Barnet Hospital are committed to ensuring staff feel supported with career progression through supervision, appraisal, internal/external training and leadership development. We are a very friendly and welcoming service where staff wellbeing is a high priority. As part of this we continue to work towards achieving a fully inclusive service. Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education & professional Qualifications
Registered Band 7 Nurse/Qualified AHP Educated to degree level or equivalent Certified in advanced life support or commitment towards completing Certified in paediatric advanced life support Certified in level 2 trauma competencies/evidence of working towards Certified in level 3 trauma competencies Experience
Evidence of post-graduate experience within trauma, orthopaedics, neurosciences and complex injury cases Working within an MDT Teaching /mentoring course Relevant NMTNG approved level 2 course such as Advanced trauma nursing Working with TARN data Presentations at national level Skills
IT competent Competent to handle sensitive and difficult communication Leadership training Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. £49,178 to £55,492 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
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We have a new opportunity for a motivated and experienced Therapist or Nurse to join our dynamic Trauma Team at Barnet Hospital - part of the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. The post is full time, working 37.5 hours per week, but flexible working may be considered. This is a newly created post at Barnet Hospital providing coordination of care for our cohort of Trauma patients. This will include working with the trauma team in ED to identify relevant patients and then supporting their journey through the hospital to discharge. We welcome applications from clinicians with experience in trauma, who are looking for a new challenge. We are looking for an enthusiastic Nurse or Therapist with proven experience of working with people with acute and complex needs - preferably within the acute care setting. Previous trauma rehab experience is beneficial, but not essential as a full induction, joint working opportunities and ongoing support will be provided from the friendly and dedicated staff within the trauma service. Main duties of the job
This post will offer the opportunity to develop highly specialist skills in the management of trauma patients at all stages of their journey - fully embracing the benefits of high-quality therapeutic relationships. The post has a strong emphasis on communication and coordination as part of a specialist multi-disciplinary team within the ED, critical care and ward settings, and excellent organisational skills will be essential. The post holder will have the opportunity to take on leadership responsibilities, which will include the provision of training and supervision of staff; the coordination of audits and service development projects, and high level communication across service areas within and external to the trust. A positive and flexible approach is essential. About us
The successful applicant will be joining an established Trauma Service including experienced doctors, nurses, therapists and support staff. They will receive support from the North East London and Essex Trauma Network Rehab Lead who is based at Barnet, and also from the matrons overseeing trauma at the hospital. There will also be the opportunity for joint working and support from the equivalent post holder on the Royal Free Hospital Site. The post holder will be encouraged to take an active role in current projects, including service development and evaluation; internal and external training; audit, policy development/review and research. This post involves working in a rewarding and challenging clinical environment. The leadership team at Barnet Hospital are committed to ensuring staff feel supported with career progression through supervision, appraisal, internal/external training and leadership development. We are a very friendly and welcoming service where staff wellbeing is a high priority. As part of this we continue to work towards achieving a fully inclusive service. Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education & professional Qualifications
Registered Band 7 Nurse/Qualified AHP Educated to degree level or equivalent Certified in advanced life support or commitment towards completing Certified in paediatric advanced life support Certified in level 2 trauma competencies/evidence of working towards Certified in level 3 trauma competencies Experience
Evidence of post-graduate experience within trauma, orthopaedics, neurosciences and complex injury cases Working within an MDT Teaching /mentoring course Relevant NMTNG approved level 2 course such as Advanced trauma nursing Working with TARN data Presentations at national level Skills
IT competent Competent to handle sensitive and difficult communication Leadership training Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. £49,178 to £55,492 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
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