Trauma Nurse Practitioner

Job overview

An exciting vacancy has become available within the Trauma and Orthopaedic service at Wexham Park Hospital. We are looking for an experienced Band 6/7 nurse to join our Trauma Nurse Practitioner team.

Applicants will have experience in trauma and orthopaedics nursing and possess the clinical knowledge and expertise to support Consultant ward rounds, facilitate daily post take ward rounds and assist in the preparation of daily trauma operating lists.

Excellent communication skills are essential to collaborate with the MDT, patients, and families to provide clear explanations of procedures, diagnoses, and treatment plans to ensure positive outcomes for our patients.

The successful candidate will have a fundamental role within the trauma and orthopaedic service that includes engaging with a variety of stakeholders across professional groups, in both in-patient and out-patient settings.

Enhanced skills modules will be supported to ensure the post holder has the skills required to fulfil this specialist role, including the support of a highly visible Senior Clinical Matron and Consultants.  The service currently runs Monday to Friday and incorporates the line management of a Trauma Co-ordinator and assisting in the management of the National Hip Fracture Database (NHFD) and other clinical governance practices.

To learn more about the post and for an informal discussion please contact:  Fiona Mason (Senior Clinical Matron) on 07771 371555.

Main duties of the job

Close working relationship with the Orthopaedic Clinicians and nursing team,

Excellent communication skills

Experience in trauma and orthopaedics nursing and possess the clinical knowledge and expertise to support Consultant ward rounds, facilitate daily post take ward rounds and assist in the preparation of daily operating lists.

Engage with a variety of stakeholders across professional groups, in the best interest of the patient.

Facilitate daily post round ward rounds, assist in the preparation of daily trauma operating lists.

Ensure all Trauma & Orthopaedic outliers are reviewed daily with plan of care.

Support education / advice for clinical and nursing staff responsible for looking after Trauma orthopaedics patients within the trust

Line manage the Trauma Co-ordinator and assisting in the management of the National Hip fracture Database (NHFD) s

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the enclosed Job description.

Close working relationship with the Orthopaedic Clinicians and nursing team,  ability to work autonomously.

Excellent communication skills

Demonstrate specialist expertise  and advance clinical skills to assess trauma patients.

Liaise with external partners in the best interests for trauma patients.

Conduct  Trauma Virtual clinics

Facilitate daily post round ward rounds, assist in the preparation of daily trauma operating lists.

Ensure all Trauma & Orthopaedic outliers are reviewed daily with plan of care.

Support education / advice for clinical and nursing staff responsible for looking after Trauma orthopaedics patients within the trust

Oversea and manage the National Hip Fracture Database (NHFD) and lead monthly validation checks