Job summary The Chelsea Wing is looking for a passionate and skilled Band 5 staff nurse to join their fantastic team. This is an exciting opportunity for a UK registered nurse, with working experience past preceptorship in a UK inpatient setting, to deliver exceptional, patient-centred care in a unique private patient setting while enjoying all the benefits of NHS employment The Chelsea Wing offers a premium patient-to-nurse ratio, enabling you to deliver highly personalised care across a variety of specialties, including: oGeneral medicine oSurgical Care (Minor and major) oOrthopaedic care oNeurological conditions Main duties of the job As a staff Nurse, you'll play a vital role providing world-class care tailored to the individual needs of patients and demonstrating the ability to go above and beyond in every interaction. Chelsea Wing is a state-of-the-art, 12-bedded unit providing private medical and surgical care to patients seeking the very best treatment and comfort. Adjacent to it, the Westminster Wing offers private outpatient services, running clinics Monday to Friday. Joining our team on the Chelsea Wing offers the chance to work in a supportive and professional environment, where you can develop your skills and career while benefiting from NHS employment perks, including generous annual leave, pension schemes, and access to training and development opportunities. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a premium healthcare setting and is dedicated to providing both clinical and customer service excellence. About us Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sitesChelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospitalalong with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use. We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex. We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed." If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites. Date posted 11 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £35,964 to £43,780 a year per annum incl. HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 289-SC-10 Job locations Chelsea and Westminster Hospital 369 Fulham Road London SW10 9NH Job description Job responsibilities Key responsibilities Adhere to and model the standards outlined in the NMC Code of Professional Conduct Promote the trusts PROUD values Deliver safe, effective, and personalised nursing care Support pre- and post-operative care for a range of specialties Demonstrable experience in recognition of the deteriorating patient Maintaining high standards of Infection control and prevention Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient journeys Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the wider healthcare team Maintain accurate and professional documentation, adhering to all clinical standards Have awareness of resources, staffing, and equipment to meet service demands To assist with any local or trust initiatives to ensure the continuous improvement of the quality of services and safeguarding of high standards of care To be aware of all hospital policies and procedures and collaborate with other health care professionals to ensure that these are observed Provide exceptional customer service, ensuring a premium patient experience To help foster a supportive working environment and maintain staff morale To support, supervise and assess all learners, students, temporary new and junior staff within the departments Flexibility to work shift patterns as required including long days, nights and weekend / bank holidays Please see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details Job description Job responsibilities Key responsibilities Adhere to and model the standards outlined in the NMC Code of Professional Conduct Promote the trusts PROUD values Deliver safe, effective, and personalised nursing care Support pre- and post-operative care for a range of specialties Demonstrable experience in recognition of the deteriorating patient Maintaining high standards of Infection control and prevention Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient journeys Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the wider healthcare team Maintain accurate and professional documentation, adhering to all clinical standards Have awareness of resources, staffing, and equipment to meet service demands To assist with any local or trust initiatives to ensure the continuous improvement of the quality of services and safeguarding of high standards of care To be aware of all hospital policies and procedures and collaborate with other health care professionals to ensure that these are observed Provide exceptional customer service, ensuring a premium patient experience To help foster a supportive working environment and maintain staff morale To support, supervise and assess all learners, students, temporary new and junior staff within the departments Flexibility to work shift patterns as required including long days, nights and weekend / bank holidays Please see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Registred Nurse on NMC register Degree / Diploma in Nursing Evidence of recent and ongoing professional development Desirable Mentorship / Teaching / Assessing Course and experience Post qualification in relevant speciality ILS Trained Phlebotomy and IV cannulation trained Experience Essential Post preceptorship experience working in an inpatient setting Proven clinical experience within inpatient setting Desirable Proven experience in Private Care setting Ability to utilise pre-registration experience to demonstrate an understanding of the relevant settings. Skills and Knowledge Essential Proven clinical skills in relevant area Evidence of self-development Knowledge of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct Desirable Awareness of budget implications in relation to clinical care delivery Evidence of commitment to customer care initiatives Experience in implementing Quality Improvement Project (QIP) or equivalent Personal Qualities Essential Passionate about delivering exceptional, patient-centred care Acts as an advocate for patient at all times Ability to work full shift pattern including long days, nights, weekends & bank holidays Understanding of cultural differences and ability to provide care that is sensitive to the diverse needs of patients Ability to work well within MDT, ensuring effective teamwork Desirable Awareness of customer care requirements in a private care setting Desire and evidence of going above - and - beyond to enhance patients care Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Registred Nurse on NMC register Degree / Diploma in Nursing Evidence of recent and ongoing professional development Desirable Mentorship / Teaching / Assessing Course and experience Post qualification in relevant speciality ILS Trained Phlebotomy and IV cannulation trained Experience Essential Post preceptorship experience working in an inpatient setting Proven clinical experience within inpatient setting Desirable Proven experience in Private Care setting Ability to utilise pre-registration experience to demonstrate an understanding of the relevant settings. Skills and Knowledge Essential Proven clinical skills in relevant area Evidence of self-development Knowledge of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct Desirable Awareness of budget implications in relation to clinical care delivery Evidence of commitment to customer care initiatives Experience in implementing Quality Improvement Project (QIP) or equivalent Personal Qualities Essential Passionate about delivering exceptional, patient-centred care Acts as an advocate for patient at all times Ability to work full shift pattern including long days, nights, weekends & bank holidays Understanding of cultural differences and ability to provide care that is sensitive to the diverse needs of patients Ability to work well within MDT, ensuring effective teamwork Desirable Awareness of customer care requirements in a private care setting Desire and evidence of going above - and - beyond to enhance patients care 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Chelsea and Westminster Hospital 369 Fulham Road London SW10 9NH Employer's website https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)