Our Trauma and Orthopaedic service is a leading National Trauma Centre, supported by a large team of specialist experts.
As part of our ever expanding and evolving service we are looking for highly motivated nurses to join the team within our Orthogeriatric step-down ward. Brooke ward is an 18 bedded unit based at Princess Anne Hospital stepdown Trauma and Orthopaedic Ward that provides a service for patients who require continual input from nursing and therapy to ensure a safe discharge from hospital. This includes the whole team continuing to support our patients with mobility, safe transfers and activities of daily living whilst waiting to be discharged into the community.
If you are dedicated and passionate about providing fantastic patient care then this ward will give you great job satisfaction as you prepare patients for discharge or ongoing therapy.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.
At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will be pro-active in ensuring high quality, evidence based care. You will be an individual who demonstrates excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
So what can you look forward to? To start with, this is a hugely challenging role that will see you deal holistically with a wide range of conditions and treatments. You'll find a real commitment to your training and development, with plenty of learning opportunities.
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma) Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service Understanding of personal accountability Knowledge of own role within the team Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor Awareness of evidence-based practice Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control Evidence of on-going personal development Able to use initiative
Desirable
Evidence of recent study Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty Teaching experience
Trust Values
Essential
Patient First Working Together Always Improving
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
T& O Ward Brooke
Tremona Road
Southampton
SO16 6YD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
188-NM170125 #J-18808-Ljbffr
As part of our ever expanding and evolving service we are looking for highly motivated nurses to join the team within our Orthogeriatric step-down ward. Brooke ward is an 18 bedded unit based at Princess Anne Hospital stepdown Trauma and Orthopaedic Ward that provides a service for patients who require continual input from nursing and therapy to ensure a safe discharge from hospital. This includes the whole team continuing to support our patients with mobility, safe transfers and activities of daily living whilst waiting to be discharged into the community.
If you are dedicated and passionate about providing fantastic patient care then this ward will give you great job satisfaction as you prepare patients for discharge or ongoing therapy.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.
At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will be pro-active in ensuring high quality, evidence based care. You will be an individual who demonstrates excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
So what can you look forward to? To start with, this is a hugely challenging role that will see you deal holistically with a wide range of conditions and treatments. You'll find a real commitment to your training and development, with plenty of learning opportunities.
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma) Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service Understanding of personal accountability Knowledge of own role within the team Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor Awareness of evidence-based practice Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control Evidence of on-going personal development Able to use initiative
Desirable
Evidence of recent study Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty Teaching experience
Trust Values
Essential
Patient First Working Together Always Improving
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
T& O Ward Brooke
Tremona Road
Southampton
SO16 6YD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
188-NM170125 #J-18808-Ljbffr
