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Job overview

The NHS is the biggest employer in Europe. It’s a world-renowned institution and an exciting place to work, full of challenges and opportunities. 

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital (RJAH) is one of the leading specialist orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for innovation. We work together as a team of over 1,600 expert members of staff to make a difference for our patients and their families.

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to Lead the Transition service for children with complex needs moving into adult services.

The applicant will have previous hospital nursing experience, working with children and young people,  experience working in a transitional role for children moving into adult services.

**Please note we are unable to support applicants who require OSCE, as the Trust has a separate and limited application process**

Main duties of the job

 - To be hospital based for the majority of the time by providing direct specialist care, education and support for patients with transitional care and acting as a specialist resource when liaising with and facilitating the best use of all available services

- To provide care for transitional care patients, in accordance with national and Trust policies and Frameworks.

- To undertake a needs-based assessment of the current facilities, services available to patients and their families during transition and to continue to develop the service to assist patients during their transition phase

- Where possible to support young people 16 years and above when placed onto an adult ward within the Trust; 

- Provide independent and unsupervised support to patients, families when preparing the patient and their care group through the transition period 

- To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide clinical support as required

- In conjunction with the ward managers and specialist nurses/matron provide a suitable and safe environment for the physical and psychological wellbeing of staff, patients, and their relatives/carers.

- Be responsible for keeping up to date with the transition agenda with NHSE.

- Act as an expert, clinical role model and leader in transitional care for all staff both locally and within the wider NHS community

Working for our organisation

Our aim is to aspire to deliver world class patient care, and we want talented, dedicated and passionate people to help us achieve this.

Our continued success is accomplished through the skills and expertise of our staff, which is underpinned by our values: Friendly, Caring, Excellence, Professional and Respect. If your values align to ours, and you would like to join us in aspiring to deliver world class patient care, we would love to hear from you.

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

Whether you're starting out in your career, or have a wealth of experience – we’re always looking to recruit outstanding individuals in a range of clinical areas, as well as support and administrative roles. 

We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities and outstanding professional development opportunities.  

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

Shropshire is also one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. 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.