About this role
Job summary The post holder will lead the delivery of a high-quality Fracture Liaison Service within Orthopaedics, providing specialist assessment, advice and coordinated care for patients at risk of or diagnosed with osteoporosis, falls and fractures. Working as part of the MDT, the role ensures timely, seamless care in line with national guidelines, promotes bone health awareness, and supports fracture prevention. As a new service, the post holder will contribute to developing policies, pathways and processes, while promoting excellence in nursing practice through clinical leadership, education, audit and service development.
Main duties of the job Deliver and develop a specialist Fracture Liaison/Osteoporosis nursing service, providing expert assessment and coordinated MDT care in line with national guidelines. Lead service development for this new role, promote bone health and fracture prevention, and support education, audit and quality improvement across the Trust.
About us
Developmentand staff wellbeing
Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
At KRFT we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications Essential
NMC Level 1 Registered and Mentorship qualification
Desirable
Post registration qualification in specialist area of clinical practice.
Experience Essential
Relevant experience in Trauma and Orthopaedics or Rheumatology. Experience in a Band 6 role, including caseload management.
Desirable
Ability and willingness to contribute to service development opportunities e.g. Developing guideline, policies, primary care services
Skills/Abilities Essential
Ability to organise, plan and prioritise workload to meet deadlines Ability to work collaboratively in an MDT
Knowledge Essential
Knowledge of research processes, with the ability to contribute to and participate in research undertaken within the team/Trust as appropriate.
Desirable
Understanding of current issues, policies and frameworks affecting primary care.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
Address Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
Galsworthy Road
Kingston Upon Thames
KT2 7QB
Employer's website https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)