London: The Portland Hospital for Women & Children
We are recruiting for a Gynae Staff Nurse to join the Inpatients team at The Portland Hospital, currently rated Good by the CQC.
Main duties of the job
As a Staff Nurse in the Gynaecology Inpatient ward, you will be working to assess, plan, deliver and evaluate high standards of nursing care. You will work within a team, supervising and directing junior staff and deputising for Senior Staff Nurse and Sister in their absence.
You should be willing to provide care to women undergoing surgical or medical termination of pregnancy, including direct involvement with induction of the procedure.
About us
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.
Job responsibilities
* Demonstrate good clinical practice at all times and be accountable for your own actions.
* Assess, plan and deliver care to meet patient and family needs.
* Undertake extended roles such as IV cannulation and phlebotomy.
* Contribute to research-based care and other practice development initiatives.
* Contribute to the setting of clinical standards, policy and procedure.
* Promote good communication channels amongst staff enhancing teamwork.
* Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
* Deputise for senior staff in their absence, demonstrating leadership and management.
* Supervise and direct junior staff, promoting a learning environment.
* Respect and ensure patients' privacy and confidentiality.
* Ensure all patient charges are captured.
* Chaperone and assist medical staff.
* Fully document all aspects of patient care and maintain accurate records.
* Provide patients and families with information regarding care and management of their condition.
* Maintain stock levels of supplies/equipment.
* Carry out nursing duties as requested by senior staff.
Person Specification
Experience
* Course/experience relevant to specialist area desirable.
* Good verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse Level 1.
* NMC Registration and PREP requirements.
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.
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