Bank Staff Nurse

Job overview

Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust

Temporary Staffing Location Stanmore

Starting Salary: £17.50 per hour all inc

The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust (RNOH) is the UK’s largest specialist orthopaedic hospital and a recognised leader in the field. The Trust is seeking innovative and motivated Nurses to join the Staff Bank to support the delivery of high‑quality patient care. Bank nurses will work within friendly, enthusiastic teams who take part in the Trust’s Productive Ward initiative. Applicants should be flexible, able to prioritise effectively, and bring a positive approach to their work.

RNOH provides a unique range of neuro‑musculoskeletal services, from acute spinal injuries and complex bone tumours to orthopaedic medicine and specialist rehabilitation. The Trust is committed to staff development and welcomes applications from experienced nurses or those looking for a new challenge. Flexible working options, including part‑time and job‑share arrangements, are supported.

By applying, candidates agree that their application information will be transferred to the Trust’s applicant management system (Trac). All communication about the application will be managed through Trac rather than NHS Jobs. If appointed, information will also be transferred to ESR and other secure NHS workforce systems.

Main duties of the job

The role is responsible for assessing patient care needs, developing appropriate care plans, and implementing and evaluating those plans. The postholder is expected to deliver all aspects of nursing care without direct supervision, while also teaching and supervising both qualified and unqualified staff. Maintaining consistently high standards of care within the department is essential.

• Work in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for individual patients.
• Deliver care using an individualised, patient‑centred approach.
• Ensure all patients receive a consistently high standard of nursing care.
• Participate in admission and discharge planning alongside the multidisciplinary team.
• Act as a named nurse for allocated patients.
• Uphold the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
• Comply with RNOH’s requirement for ID verification using scanning technology for key documents (e.g., passports, driving licences).
• Be aware that vacancies may close early if sufficient high‑quality applications are received.
• Adhere to the Trust’s Smoke‑Free Policy, which prohibits smoking anywhere on Trust premises or grounds.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

As a valued member of our nursing team, you will play a vital role in delivering safe, high‑quality and patient‑centred care. Your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring all patient documentation is accurate, comprehensive and maintained to the highest standard.
• Communicating effectively with all members of the healthcare team to ensure prescribed treatments are delivered safely and promptly.
• Maintaining the safe custody and administration of medicines, and escalating any discrepancies immediately.
• Undertaking extended clinical duties within the unit, as authorised by the Nursing Advisory Committee.

Education and Professional Development

We are committed to supporting your growth and development. In this role, you will:

• Assist with the orientation of new staff and nursing observers.
• Take responsibility for your own professional development through research, innovation and attendance at relevant study days.
• Participate in research projects that contribute to the advancement of nursing practice.
• Teach and support colleagues as part of the department’s in‑service education programme.
• Supervise and facilitate the learning of nursing students and other learners within the workplace.