About this role
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced Nurse to join the Falls and Bone Health Team at The Rotherham Foundation Trust.
This role will support a trainee band 6 role which will lead to a band 7 on completion of Bone Dexascan reporting.
Main duties of the job
To provide clinical assessment, advice and education for Bone Health including Falls and Fracture prevention. The service provides care and support for the Hospital, primary care and extending this information to the Patient, family and carer.
To assist in providing a highly specialised service promoting best practice in the delivery of care to Patients who are at risk or diagnosed with metabolic bone disorders such as Osteoporosis and have fallen and/or fractured.
To inspire and motivate others to be aware of bone health disorders such as Osteoporosis and falls/ fracture prevention.
To support the Clinical team in the effective and efficient organisation of this area of work.
About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham
As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey ,show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported
But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making
All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence
Certificates of Sponsorship
Please note that the Trust does not currently offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role. Applications are welcomed from candidates who can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN with current NMC registration
- Post registration qualification in a related specialty, CATS accredited at a minimum of diploma level.
- Health degree or working towards
Desirable
- Clinicians DXA reporting course completed, in progress or willingness to complete
- Nurse prescribing course completed, in progress or willingness to complete
- Relevant management course.
- Teaching Qualification such as 998 or equivalent
- Cannulation and phlebotomy trained
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable registration experience.
- Experience within the specialty or related client group
- Experience of audit initiatives and other quality mechanisms
- Experience of supporting others within the clinical environment
- Evidence of strategic networking
- Evidence of managing change
- Evidence of having experience at (junior level as a minimum) leading a service, team or developmental project.
Desirable
- Experience of disseminating research findings
- Experience of managing resources effectively
- Evidence of having contributed to the development of services
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding of the CNS post.
- Can demonstrate the application of evidence for specialist practice
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and ability to apply this into practice.
- Involvement in teaching and
- learning initiatives
- Strong evidence of continuing professional development
Pin
Essential
- Please enter NMC pin
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
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
S60 2UD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)