Portland Hospital – London
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Surgical Senior Staff Nurse –Gynaecology Inpatients
London: The Portland Hospital for Women & Children
Full time Permanent contract: 37.5 per week (long days/nights/weekends rotational shifts)
Salary: Competitive Depending on Experience plus 9% shift allowance
We are recruiting for a Gynae Senior Staff Nurse to join the Inpatients team at The Portland Hospital, currently rated “Good” by the CQC.
As a Senior Staff Nurse in the Gynaecology Inpatient ward you will assess, plan, deliver and evaluate highest standards of nursing for all patients between High Dependency and Surgical Ward working within a team, supervising and directing junior staff enabling the provision of a high quality woman centred surgical service. Deputising for the sisters in their absence.
- To be visionary and dynamic in driving the team forward in a rapid changing environment.
- To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team.
- To assist in developing and promoting protocols for the care and management of women undergoing surgery, including care within a High Dependency setting.
- To provide clinical leadership for nursing and support staff.
- Take daily responsibility to ensure that the clinical area works within management controls and provides consistently high quality care within given budgets and resources.
- To assist the Ward Sisters to support the implementation of new initiatives within the Women’s Health Service and to represent the service in their absence.
Internationally renowned for clinical excellence, The Portland Hospital is the No 1 private hospital in the UK, entirely dedicated to women and children. We are proud to have developed a reputation as one of the world’s leading providers of private healthcare, specialising in Obstetrics (Maternity), Women's Health and Paediatrics. We work with over 200 leading consultants from across the world, providing world class service to our customers. Alongside this there is a 12 bedded Gynaecology and Women’s Health in-patient ward. The Portland Hospital also has a large outpatient department for all areas of its clinical expertise, to facilitate continuous care or simpler procedures.
Skills & Experience:
- NMC Registration and PREP requirements
- Extensive experience essential within a UK Hospital setting
- Experience within a Surgical/Gynae environment
- ENB course/experience relevant to specialist area desirable but not essential
- Knowledge of relevant NMC/national guidelines, policies and procedures (Code of conduct)
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 Senior Staff Nurse in our Gynaecology Inpatient, 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.
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