Staff Nurse-Outpatients

Staff Nurse - Outpatients

London: London Bridge Satellite sites ( 31 & 120 Old Broad Street, Canary Wharf )

Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

7.5 hour shifts between 08:00 and 20:00 plus occasional Saturdays

Permanent

Salary: Competitive depending on experience

We're looking for a Staff Nurse to join our Outpatient team at the London Bridge satellite sites for Outpatients , currently rated "Outstanding" by the CQC.

This position is based at one of our satellite sites , but flexibility is required for you to work across any of our satellite centres if needed (Old Broad Street, Shard, London Bridge, canary wharf)

The London Bridge Hospital campus in South East London encompasses an outpatients and diagnostic centre in The Shard; the large world-class hospital based at the Tooley Street site; Private Care at Guys, which is on the top four floors of Guys Hospital Cancer Centre; and outpatient and diagnostic centres across the City and Canary Wharf.

As a Staff Nurse at London Bridge Hospital satellite sites, you will deliver world class customer service to our patients, visitors and Consultants. You will need to help coordinate the department, assist in clinics and ensure the highest quality of clinical practice at all times.

Duties & responsibilities:

• Require you to be responsible for your OPD area, staff and patients during the shift

• Deputise for the Sister /Clinical Nurse Manager in their absence

• The allocation of staff with the appropriate skill mix

• Deputise for Clinical Nurse Manager holding bleep when required

• Recording and investigation of Datix

• Assist in organisation of clinics to ensure smooth, efficient operations

• Carry out observations, investigations and treatments as require

• To support patients, in conjunction with senior colleagues, in distressing situations, where required .

• To ensure all equipment is in good, safe working order and to participate in Clinical Audit, evaluation of stock levels and ordering supplies.

• Participate in Quality Improvement within the Outpatient department

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and w ellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.

What you'll bring:

• RGN with valid NMC pin

• Ability to manage the clinical area

• Flexibility to respond to the needs of the department demonstrating enthusiasm and commitment

• Proficient in Wound Care Management and Venepuncture

• Ability to prioritise workload and manage time excellently

• Highly adaptable and reliable

• Ability to work under pressure when required , ensuring high quality, safe and effective patient care

• Ability to manage and respond to patients and visitors with challenging behaviour and escalate when required

• Demonstrates initiative to proactively problem solve with a solution focus

• Good oral and written communication skills with clear handwriting and computer literacy

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world's leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we're one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That's why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Staff Nurse in outpatients , you'll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you

• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals

• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service

• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme

• Group Life Assurance from day one

• Criti