Job summary
Staff Nurse - Ward Margate (Part Time hours)
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
Interview Date: 17th October 2024
Please note we are notcurrently offering sponsorship for this role.
Main duties of the job
1. Registered Nurse 1st Level
2. Evidence of continual professional development
3. Demonstrates a patient focus approach
4. Experience in a surgical/medical environment with a knowledge and understanding of surgical/medical procedures
5. Commitment to professional development.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
7. Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
8. Able to cope under pressure.
9. 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 description
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
Essential
10. Diploma or Degree
11. Evidence of continual professional development
Desirable
12. Teaching and Assessing Course or equivalent
Experience
Essential
13. Experience in surgical/medical/OPD environment with a knowledge and understanding of surgical/medical/OPD procedures.
14. Delivery of evidence based practice
15. Demonstrates a patient focus approach
Desirable
16. One year post registration experience
Skills
Essential
17. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
18. Excellent employee relations track record
19. Commitment to professional development
20. Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
21. Computer skills
22. Good time management
Desirable
23. Participation in research
Personal Attriuties/ Other
Essential
24. Flexible and tactful
25. Caring and friendly personality
26. Able to cope under pressure
27. Committed to providing a quality clinical service
28. Ability to problem solve
29. Up to date knowledge of professional nursing issues