Skip to main content

This site is independent of the NHS and the Department of Health.

Please wait, loading

Job summary

Main area
MSK Surgical Oncology
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 5
Contract
Fixed term: 12 months (Full time 36 hours per week)
Hours
Full time - 36 hours per week (Day & night shifts including weekends pro rata)
Job ref
224-PA20260303455
Employer
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital
Town
Nr Oswestry
Salary
£31,049 - £37,796 per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
09/04/2026 23:59

Employer heading

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust logo

Staff Nurse - Oswald Ward

NHS AfC: Band 5

Here at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, we are very proud of our reputation for providing outstanding care to our patients.

In the National Staff Survey, 69% of our staff would recommend the Trust as a place to work and 91% would recommend the hospital to a friend or family for treatment.  79% of staff say patient care is our top priority.

Our continued success is accomplished through the skills and expertise of our staff, which is underpinned by our values: Professional, Excellence, Respect, Friendly, Inclusive and Caring.  

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join Oswald Ward for 12 month fixed term maternity cover.

Oswald Ward is dedicated to MSK oncology and orthopaedic patients.  The ward is led by Ward Manager, Sister Fiona Hughes and specialises in the care of patients with bone and soft tissue sarcomas and metastatic disease. It prides itself on the outstanding care delivered to patients throughout their entire journey from referral through to treatment, discharge and follow up care. It is one of five specialist centres within the United Kingdom, covering a large demographic area and has a strong multidisciplinary focus, both within and outside the Trust, working closely with other NHS organisations and services such as Macmillan.

 The service offers individualised holistic care, to those patients requiring surgical and palliative care. The service is dedicated to the development of all staff members to ensure they are confident and proficient in providing highly skilled, high quality nursing care.

Main duties of the job

Under the direction of the Ward manager the post holder is responsible for providing skilled high quality nursing care within a multidisciplinary environment, to ensure individualised and effective care is practiced.

The post holder will:
Contribute to the continuity of good team spirit and high standards of nursing care. Empowering junior staff to develop the highest possible level of clinical skills and facilitates communication within all care groups
They will utilise the ward/department resources to promote excellence in practice and promote and expedite quality issues relevant to the service delivery.

**Please note that we have no access to OSCE support courses, and nurses pending registration are welcome to apply but must be able to evidence that they have satisfied the NMC Objective Structured Clinical Examination Test of Competence** 

Working for our organisation

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH) is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.

Joining RJAH is more than just a job – we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role. 

We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities – including our recently-opened £6 million Headley Court Veterans’ Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).

RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.

The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.

We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.

 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Be accountable and responsible for maintaining own nursing practice and take every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge and professional competence.

To be responsible for the delivery of patient centered care. Maintaining own specialist knowledge and clinical skills participating in direct patient care and uphold evidence of PREP standards as required by the NMC. The post holder must be able to demonstrate extremely developed dexterous skills during clinical practice and the capability to manage periods of moderate physical effort during the shift worked.

Assist the ward staff in the provision of clinical and professional advice, expertise and support, developing practice and monitoring performance.

Keep abreast of current political issues within the NHS, and future nursing trends. 

To provide leadership to all staff promoting a culture of positive and effective team work.

Assess care required, requesting medical input as necessary and devising appropriate care programmes for the patient, implementing and evaluating care during the admission and in preparation for a safe discharge. Supported by written evidence. 

To provide a high standard of nursing care based on the assessment of care needs - in consultation with the patient, their relatives and the multidisciplinary team.

To continuously evaluate the quality of care given, and regularly re-assess the needs of the patient, in consultation with the patient, other carers and the multidisciplinary team to effect change required to achieve planned goals.

Liaise with other professionals to ensure cohesive patient care.

Formulate well-planned discharges with appropriate follow-up, ensuring effective liaison with the family, Allied Health Professional’s and community services. 

Ensure a patient / client-focused approach to care.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration
  • Numeracy skills
Desirable criteria
  • Post registration orthopaedic qualification
  • Assessors qualification
  • Experience in taking charge of a team/unit
  • Technical skills such as venepuncture, cannulation, central venous devices and their management
  • Specialist experience, knowledge & skills

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Ability to adapt to changing pressures of work.
  • Motivated, innovative & supportive
  • Ability to work on own initiative & under pressure
Desirable criteria
  • Demonstrates leadership skills

Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • High level of communication skills and ability to work within a team
  • Basic computer skills
  • Articulate & knowledgeable of skills needed to deliver high standard of care
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable criteria
  • Demonstrates willingness to further enhance knowledge

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Veteran AwareApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyAge positiveCare quality commission - GoodArmed Forces Covenant Gold AwardDisability confident committedStep into healthHappy to Talk Flexible WorkingArmed Forces Covenant

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this post will be closed. Early applications are advised.

Documents to download

Apply online now

Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Fiona Hughes
Job title
Oswald Ward Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01691 404285
Apply online nowAlert me to similar vacancies