Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH) NHS Trust
Clinical Nurse Specialist Hip and Knee Service
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Exciting Nursing Opportunity in the Division of Surgery, Cancer and Children and Young People
You will be joining a team of Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) supported by Joint Reconstruction Consultants to provide care for adult patients undergoing knee or hip arthroplasty and those requiring post-surgery surveillance. The role covers both outpatient and in-patient departments.
About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated registered nurse with the following key requirements:
- Excellent communication skills
- Essential: Previous orthopaedic experience (Band 6) demonstrating expertise in specialist patient care needs
- Strong leadership skills
- Proficiency in organisational and time management
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care
- Strong teaching and educational aptitude
- Commitment to upholding professional standards within the RNOH orthopaedic community
Job Summary
- Ensure patients receive high-quality, harm-free care and contribute to audit or KPI/outcome monitoring
- Support the Lead CNS in managing the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH) service provision, ensuring patient-centred care
- Apply advanced nursing knowledge and skills to deliver an exceptional patient experience via specialty pathways
- Provide expert clinical leadership to nursing, administrative teams, and wider healthcare partners
- Utilise Clinical Nurse Educators to mentor staff and students
- Develop and deliver education/training for staff, patients, carers, and external stakeholders regarding service operations
- Coordinate service delivery across the Trust alongside colleagues
- Serve as the knowledge hub for all service-related issues
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For further details on duties, refer to the full Job Description (JD).
Our Commitment to Excellence
At The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), we prioritise a best-in-class staff experience within the NHS. Results from the 2023 NHS Staff Survey reflect this:
- National average performance in "People Promises":
- "We are recognised and rewarded"
- "We are always learning"
- "We work flexibly"
- "We are a team"
- Ranked #1 in North and Central London across all People Promises and themes
- Top-ranked among acute specialist trusts for "We work flexibly"
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Our team thrives on inclusivity, active anti-discrimination, and fostering careers regardless of background, ensuring every stride matters.
Benefits
Joining RNOH means accessing a comprehensive support ecosystem:
- 24/7 employee wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme
- Rewards & Recognition platform with:
- Opportunities to express appreciation (colleague thanks/gifts)
- Exclusive discounts
- Dedicated Staff Wellbeing Hub: A relax space to recharge
- Salary sacrifice schemes for:
- Transport (Season Ticket Loans, car/bike cycling support)
- Electrical goods
- Childcare assistance
RNOH isn’t just a workplace—it’s a commited mission to patients, excellence, and staff welfare.
Contact for Further Details
Patricia Treacy Senior Matron Email: patricia.treacy@nhs.net Telephone: 020 8909 5273 Working hours: 07:30–15:30 (9-day fortnight)
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