Staff Nurse - ITU

Staff Nurse – ITU 

London, The Lister Hospital  

Full Time 37.5hrs

Permanent

Salary: Competitive + Shift Enhancement

We’re looking for an ITU Staff Nurse to join our six-bedded ITU Unit at The Lister Hospital, currently rated “Outstanding” by the CQC. The ITU Unit provides High Dependency (level 2), Intensive Care (Level 3) and 24-hour patient outreach service to the clinical areas.

The ITU team cover a wide range of specialities, including Colorectal, Gynaecology, Thoracic, Vascular, Orthopaedics, Neuro & Spinal and Acute Medicine. The ITU unit also has strong links with the ITU at London Bridge Hospital which provides staff the opportunity to work on another site and to maintain their skills by caring for a wider range of patients.

We’re big believers in growth, so when you join us we’ll support you to be at your best with a robust career pathway and opportunities for development such as stand-alone specialist modules, apprenticeships or event support to complete your critical care module. 

As a Staff Nurse on our ITU Unit, you will be required to provide a high level of care for level 2 and level 3 patients by assessing, planning, delivering and continued evaluation of care.  This is a great opportunity to develop your skills and work in one of the highest rated hospitals in terms of patient care. We will give you time to provide the quality care you have always wanted in a state-of-the-art ITU. We’re big believers in growth, so when you join us we’ll support you to be at your best with a robust career pathway and opportunities for development such as stand-alone specialist modules, apprenticeships or event support to complete your critical care module. 

What you’ll bring:

• Registered General Nurse with NMC pin.
• General ITU specific skills and experience.
• Excellent communication skills with good time management and prioritisation skills.

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing. 

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Staff Nurse within our ITU team you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Diversity and Inclusion

Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.