Vacancies

Revision Hip Clinical Nurse Specialist

Role Summary

We are recruiting a Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist to support patients undergoing revision  knee surgery within our Complex Orthopaedic Revision Networks. These fixed-term roles provide expert, patient-centred care for patients undergoing low-volume, high-complexity procedures and those experiencing postoperative complications, including periprosthetic joint infection. Working within a designated sub-specialty and as part of a wider CNS team, the post-holders will coordinate care across the patient pathway, work closely with orthopaedic surgeons, microbiology and the wider MDT, support regional units to meet national standards, coordinate established MDT meetings, contribute to service development, undertake data collection and reporting, and deliver education to staff, patients and families.

About the Role

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More detail about the role

Revision Hip Clinical Nurse Specialist

Patients undergoing low volume high complexity surgeries such as revision hip and knee replacements require more support and care coordination than patients undergoing less complex procedures.  Following the recent implementation of Revision Knee Networks across England other specialties are now developing similar care networks.  An important role within these networks is the clinical nurse specialist.  

The complex orthopaedic CNS will provide compassionate, patient-centred care for patients undergoing complex orthopaedic surgery or experiencing complications following orthopaedic surgery.  The post-holder will be assigned to a specific sub-specialty but will be part of a wider CNS group to ensure that the service is seamless for patients regardless of specialty.  This nursing role requires close working collaboration with all members of the orthopaedic team, together with the wider MDT, across Trauma and Orthopaedics and Microbiology.  A key aspect of the role is working with other units performing complex orthopaedic surgery across the region and supporting them to meet the requirements of relevant national standards and key performance indicators.

The successful postholder will be expected to support patients throughout their pathway and offer additional support and guidance where there is a need identified. The postholder will also support the speciality clinical lead to develop appropriate non-operative support offered in line with national standards and relevant key performance indicators.    A principal part of this role is the coordination of regular multidisciplinary team meetings which are well established but require dedicated support to ensure a timely and consistent approach.

There will also be a requirement to undertake data collection and submission on a regular basis, it is therefore crucial that the postholder has good IT skills and values the importance of attention to detail.  The successful postholder will ideally have experience of caring for this patient cohort either in a ward or outpatient setting, have experience and interest in wound care, be willing to advance their own practice, work collaboratively, have excellent interpersonal skills and have the attributes that make them a valued team member.  

The postholder will also be expected to provide education and training to staff both locally and regionally as well as provide education to patients and their families at preoperative education classes.  They may also be called upon for advice and guidance by a variety of health professionals, as well as patients, for matters relating to postoperative care and treatment plans for patient with periprosthetic joint infection.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week over 4/5 days

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Amy Cudmore, Revision Knee Clinical Nurse Specialist and Regional MDT Coordinator on 01392 408521 or amy.cudmore@nhs.ne

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

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It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Benefits

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.