Staff Nurse Ward Ashford

To provideindividualised nursing care to patients in a compassionate and caring manner

To assess care needsand develop, implement and evaluate these without supervision

To practice inaccordance with the NMC codes, The Code (2018) and any other mandatory ororganisational standards

To participate in andcontribute to the implementation of change strategies aimed at improvingprofessional practice and the overall efficiency of the ward or department

Please note we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.

Main duties of the job

• Registered Nurse 1st Level
• Evidence of continual professional development
• Demonstrates a patient focus approach
• Experience in a surgical/medical environment with a knowledge and understanding of surgical/medical procedures
• Commitment to professional development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Able to cope under pressure.
• Committed to providing a quality clinical service

About us

Spencer Private Hospitals Ltd recognise and value all of their staff and are committed to developing a well-trained and flexible workforce. As an Investors in People accredited organisation, you can expect a generous holiday allowance, increasing with length of service, company contribution pension scheme, family and friends discounts on Physiotherapy and Health Screening services as well as uniform and free onsite parking.

Independent hospitals are dedicated to finding the very best staff. This means searching for the most enthusiastic and motivated staff who are passionate about delivering excellent care to patients.

Job responsibilities

The post holders will be expected towork across all areas of Spencer Private hospitals within their role remit

To contribute to the maintenance of patientcare standards and to assist with the implementation of changes to caredelivery systems, methods and nursing practice in order to bring aboutimprovements in the quality of care

To contribute to the development andimplementation of nursing standards which reflect customer requirements andprofessional best practice

Carry out planned care for a groupof patients without direct supervision providing individualised patient care

Provide professional leadership,advice and guidance within the team, working collaboratively with themultidisciplinary team

Assist and advise staff bothregistered and unregistered in the delivery of patient care

Maintain accurate andcontemporaneous patient records in line with professional standards

Have responsibility for theadministration and custody of medicines in line with Spencer Private Hospitals(SPH) policy and professional standards

Assist in the maintenance ofprofessional standards, highlighting to the line manager when standards are notseen to be met

Uphold the corporate values of SPH

Person Specification Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree
• Evidence of continual professional development
• Teaching and Assessing Course or equivalent

Experience

• Experience in surgical/medical/OPD environment with a knowledge and understanding of surgical/medical/OPD procedures.
• Delivery of evidence based practice
• Demonstrates a patient focus approach
• One year post registration experience

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent employee relations track record
• Commitment to professional development
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Good time management
• Participation in research

Personal Attriuties/ Other

• Flexible and tactful
• Caring and friendly personality
• Able to cope under pressure
• Committed to providing a quality clinical service
• Ability to problem solve
• Up to date knowledge of professional nursing issues

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.

William Harvey Hospital, Kennington Road, Willesborough,

£31,929.23 to £38,850.82 a yearDependent upon qualifications and experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time,Flexible working,Annualised hours

Reference number

E0005-25-0021

Job locations

William Harvey Hospital, Kennington Road, Willesborough,