Job Description
Ward Sister/Charge Nurse
We are looking for a Ward Sister to join our established team at Fitzwilliam Hospital and be part of our exciting journey.
You will be delivering exceptional standards of clinical care to our surgical patients working with a dedicated team and directly reporting to the Ward Manager. You will also have the opportunity to broaden your nursing experience by managing a varied surgical case mix.
You will be expected to use your excellent clinical and evidenced based knowledge to actively contribute to service development across the perioperative pathway, identifying opportunities and supporting individuals in the delivery of high quality patient care and be responsible for the running of the department in the absence of the ward manager, in turn fostering a culture that is positive, free from blame and forward thinking while supporting staff to meet their goals. As part of the responsibilities the right candidate will undertake Blood Transfusion and Occupational Health, this will include conducting regular audits and up to date reporting to ensure all governance and best practice are maintained, in return we will offer you training and support within this role.
What you’ll bring with you:
Registered with the NMC
High standards of clinical competence
Sound written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required
Demonstrated customer service skills
Demonstrated computer skills
Flexibility to cover on call duties
Benefits:
25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options
Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period
Flexible shift patterns available where possible
Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies (launched 2023)
Private Healthcare for you and dependents includes online GP
Life Assurance (Death in Service)
Free Training and Development via the Academy
Free Parking on site for workers (where possible)
Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)
Over 8,000 discounts and special offers via benefits portal
Book discounted cinema tickets on the dedicated cinema portal
The Blue Light Card Scheme
About Us
The Fitzwilliam Hospital is a fantastic place to work; our Ward team are enthusiastic, experienced and motivated in providing exceptional patient care. We are looking for a highly skilled individual that can contribute exceptional standards of care across a multitude of specialities.
We care.
It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964.
“The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that people – staff and doctors – are Ramsay Health Care’s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.
We care.
It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964.
“The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.
We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks