Staff Nurse (Trauma Assessment Unit)

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Staff Nurse (Trauma Assessment Unit)

The closing date is 17 March 2026

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

We're looking for nurses to join our Trauma Assessment Unit (TAU) at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS).

TAU (8 beds) is the main gateway to the Trauma and Orthopaedic Unit. We take admissions from ED, GP, Minor injuries units, other hospitals and direct from home. Assessments are carried out by our skilled nursing staff, therapy teams and specialist consultants who plan ongoing treatment before being transferred to one of the Orthopaedic wards. We are continually looking at ways to improve transfer from the Emergency Department to ensure the smoothest and shortest patient journey. We encourage staff progression and have an active apprenticeship programme ongoing. It is an excellent area to gain general Orthopaedic experience, showcase existing skills and allow for further learning opportunities.

Our Trauma and Orthopaedic service is a leading National Trauma Centre, supported by a large team of specialist experts.

The Trauma and Orthopaedic Care Group consists of:

• National and Local Major Trauma Centre
• Elective Orthopaedic Surgery
• Step Down to Rehab
• Fast Track Fracture Neck of Femur service

All specialities are supported by a team of Specialist Nurses/Co-ordinators and Advanced Clinical Practitioners.

About us

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will be dedicated and pro-active in ensuring high quality, evidence-based care. You will be an individual who demonstrates excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills. You will need to demonstrate continuing professional development, a strong commitment to developing others and sound decision-making skills.

Person Specification Qualifications, knowledge and experience

• Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
• Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
• Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
• Understanding of personal accountability
• Knowledge of own role within the team
• Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor
• Awareness of evidence-based practice
• Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control
• Evidence of on-going personal development
• Able to use initiative
• Evidence of recent study
• Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty
• Teaching experience

Trust Values

• Working Together
• Always Improving

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

£31,049 to £37,796 a yearPer annum - Pro rata