Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and innovative Senior Staff Nurse to join our existing ward and Day surgery unit at Rowley Hall Hospital. If you are ready to take on the next step in your nursing career, where you will gain leadership skills and enhance your clinical skills then this role is for you. Main duties of the job Demonstrate outstanding clinical practice at all times and to be accountable for own actions. Prioritise workloads and deliver high standards of care at all times. Assess, plan and evaluate care based on individual patient and family needs. Work alongside MDT to maximise effectiveness of service delivery. Continually seek to develop clinical skills and delivery of care to meet service users needs. Risk assessment and management, ensuring a safe environment for patients, visitors, staff and colleagues. Clinically shift lead the department. Lead the department in the absence of the Ward Manager. Take on link roles ie: Infection prevention, ANTT, Health and safety and Audits. Support the ward manager in the running of the department. Support and act as a role model for Junior staff, encouraging a learning environment, assessing training needs and ensuring these are met. About us Ramsay Health Care was established in 1964 and has grown to become a global hospital group operating over 100 hospitals and day surgery facilities across Australia, the United Kingdom, Indonesia and France. Ramsay Health Care is well-respected in the health care industry for operating quality private hospitals and for its excellent record in hospital management and patient care. These features help to attract leading health care practitioners to work in our facilities. Ramsay Health Care UK is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England, with a network of 33 acute hospitals. These provide a wide and comprehensive range of specialised and efficient clinical specialties from orthopaedics and general surgery, to cardiac surgery and Eye Surgery. Recognised by all major medical insurers, Ramsay offers fast, convenient, effective and high quality treatment for all patients, whether medically insured, self-pay, or from the increasing number referred by the NHS. Ramsay Health Care has launched a unique service for private patients, Premium Care. This is available to all patients using private medical insurance or funding their own treatment and aims to set the standard for private healthcare. It offers the highest standards of clinical care combined with superior hotel services and the flexibility of a personal service tailored to your needs. Date posted 23 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number JR11674 Job locations Rowley Ave, Stafford ST17 9AQ Stafford ST17 9AQ Job description Job responsibilities Senior Staff Nurse An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and innovative Senior Staff Nurse to join our existing ward and Day surgery unit at Rowley Hall Hospital. If you are ready to take on the next step in your nursing career, where you will gain leadership skills and enhance your clinical skills then this role is for you. Duties Include Demonstrate outstanding clinical practice at all times and to be accountable for own actions. Prioritise workloads and deliver high standards of care at all times. Assess, plan and evaluate care based on individual patient and family needs. Work alongside MDT to maximise effectiveness of service delivery. Continually seek to develop clinical skills and delivery of care to meet service users needs. Risk assessment and management, ensuring a safe environment for patients, visitors, staff and colleagues. Clinically shift lead the department. Lead the department in the absence of the Ward Manager. Take on link roles ie: Infection prevention, ANTT, Health and safety and Audits. Support the ward manager in the running of the department. Support and act as a role model for Junior staff, encouraging a learning environment, assessing training needs and ensuring these are met. What you'll bring with you: NMC Registered general Nurse Surgical Nursing experience Willingness to learn and grow in the role Adheres to Ramsay Values Excellent communication skills Experience and confidence in effectively meeting compliance to the government framework. Comprehensive understanding of legal and professional care/practice standards and evidence of ongoing professional development in nursing practice. Ability to work effectively within a team. 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 off site for workers 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 We're Ramsay Health Care UK. With 35 hospitals, 7,600 staff and 200,000 patients treated every year, we're one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. We deliver a wide and comprehensive range of specialised clinical services from routine to complex surgery, day case procedures, cancer care, diagnostic services and physiotherapy. In addition, we also have our three standalone decontamination units which are essential to supporting our clinical outcomes. 94% of our facilities are rated 'Good' by the CQC, and we are extremely proud of the high quality of our staff as well as excellent relationships with doctors and our strong, longstanding partnership with the NHS. We're part of a global hospital group with over 50 years' experience that operates in 11 countries across the world. As people caring for people, our ethos helps make a huge difference in the lives of millions. We know that our people are our most important asset to our organisation, and are the key to our success and continuing growth. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close our adverts prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process. Job description Job responsibilities Senior Staff Nurse An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and innovative Senior Staff Nurse to join our existing ward and Day surgery unit at Rowley Hall Hospital. If you are ready to take on the next step in your nursing career, where you will gain leadership skills and enhance your clinical skills then this role is for you. Duties Include Demonstrate outstanding clinical practice at all times and to be accountable for own actions. Prioritise workloads and deliver high standards of care at all times. Assess, plan and evaluate care based on individual patient and family needs. Work alongside MDT to maximise effectiveness of service delivery. Continually seek to develop clinical skills and delivery of care to meet service users needs. Risk assessment and management, ensuring a safe environment for patients, visitors, staff and colleagues. Clinically shift lead the department. Lead the department in the absence of the Ward Manager. Take on link roles ie: Infection prevention, ANTT, Health and safety and Audits. Support the ward manager in the running of the department. Support and act as a role model for Junior staff, encouraging a learning environment, assessing training needs and ensuring these are met. What you'll bring with you: NMC Registered general Nurse Surgical Nursing experience Willingness to learn and grow in the role Adheres to Ramsay Values Excellent communication skills Experience and confidence in effectively meeting compliance to the government framework. Comprehensive understanding of legal and professional care/practice standards and evidence of ongoing professional development in nursing practice. Ability to work effectively within a team. 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 off site for workers 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 We're Ramsay Health Care UK. With 35 hospitals, 7,600 staff and 200,000 patients treated every year, we're one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. We deliver a wide and comprehensive range of specialised clinical services from routine to complex surgery, day case procedures, cancer care, diagnostic services and physiotherapy. In addition, we also have our three standalone decontamination units which are essential to supporting our clinical outcomes. 94% of our facilities are rated 'Good' by the CQC, and we are extremely proud of the high quality of our staff as well as excellent relationships with doctors and our strong, longstanding partnership with the NHS. We're part of a global hospital group with over 50 years' experience that operates in 11 countries across the world. As people caring for people, our ethos helps make a huge difference in the lives of millions. We know that our people are our most important asset to our organisation, and are the key to our success and continuing growth. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close our adverts prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC Registration Desirable NMC Registration Experience Essential Surgical Nursing experience Willingness to learn and grow in the role Adheres to Ramsay Values Excellent communication skills Experience and confidence in effectively meeting compliance to the government framework. Comprehensive understanding of legal and professional care/practice standards and evidence of ongoing professional development in nursing practice. Ability to work effectively within a team. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC Registration Desirable NMC Registration Experience Essential Surgical Nursing experience Willingness to learn and grow in the role Adheres to Ramsay Values Excellent communication skills Experience and confidence in effectively meeting compliance to the government framework. Comprehensive understanding of legal and professional care/practice standards and evidence of ongoing professional development in nursing practice. Ability to work effectively within a team. 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. Employer details Employer name Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited Address Rowley Ave, Stafford ST17 9AQ Stafford ST17 9AQ Employer's website https://www.ramsayhealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)