Job summary We are looking for a Staff Nurse to join our busy Outpatient Department. The Outpatient Department provides services for a variety of specialties including orthopaedics, ophthalmic, urology, obstetrics-gynaecology, dermatology, plastics, rheumatology, neurology as well as a nurse led pre-assessment clinic. Main duties of the job These role would ideally suit an experienced Staff Nurse who can support a range of clinical specialties, contributing to the delivery of an effective, efficient and responsive outpatient service. You will participate in the Governance of the department; including Risk Management, Health and Safety and Audit activities. About us Located in leafy St Johns Wood on the Jubilee line, minutes from Central London, our luxury private Hospital has an international reputation for providing the highest quality of care to patients and is unique in that all profits fund our onsite Hospice, St Johns. Date posted 26 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number B0263-25-0035 Job locations 60 Grove End Road St John’s Wood London NW8 9NH Job description Job responsibilities To ensure documentation is completed accurately and within agreed timescales using Hospital approved documentation, in line with NMC and Hospital guidelines. To ensure the provision of excellent, evidence based nursing care for patients. Ensure that each patient is assessed, and that their care is planned, implemented and evaluated, and that this is accurately documented. Ensure the provision of a welcoming, caring and safe environment for patients and their families. To communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, care's and other staff, overcoming any barriers to understanding and providing support during distressing or emotional events. To develop and maintain clinical skills and knowledge necessary to provide holistic, evidence based nursing care. This includes completion of training and development identified as part of appraisal and personal development (PDP) planning. To be competent in the administration of medication Communicate effectively, promoting open and trusting relationships. Job description Job responsibilities To ensure documentation is completed accurately and within agreed timescales using Hospital approved documentation, in line with NMC and Hospital guidelines. To ensure the provision of excellent, evidence based nursing care for patients. Ensure that each patient is assessed, and that their care is planned, implemented and evaluated, and that this is accurately documented. Ensure the provision of a welcoming, caring and safe environment for patients and their families. To communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, care's and other staff, overcoming any barriers to understanding and providing support during distressing or emotional events. To develop and maintain clinical skills and knowledge necessary to provide holistic, evidence based nursing care. This includes completion of training and development identified as part of appraisal and personal development (PDP) planning. To be competent in the administration of medication Communicate effectively, promoting open and trusting relationships. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Extensive experience as a Staff Nurse in a similar healthcare environment Excellent people skills, good communication and observation ability To have sound knowledge and experience within the various clinical specialties Demonstrable experience in mentoring junior staff Desirable Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team Adhere to the Code of Conduct for Nursing and the Data Protection Act Ability to work under pressure and with high volumes of work during peak times Person Specification Qualifications Essential Extensive experience as a Staff Nurse in a similar healthcare environment Excellent people skills, good communication and observation ability To have sound knowledge and experience within the various clinical specialties Demonstrable experience in mentoring junior staff Desirable Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team Adhere to the Code of Conduct for Nursing and the Data Protection Act Ability to work under pressure and with high volumes of work during peak times 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 The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth Address 60 Grove End Road St John’s Wood London NW8 9NH Employer's website https://www.hje.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)