City of Westminster, London, Greater London, England W1W
Pay Competitive Dependent on skill & Experience + benefits (pension, health cover, flexible benefits) Hours Full time Contract Permanent Role Other Qualified Professional Posted 3 Jan 2025 Closes 2 Feb 2025 Job Description
The Portland Hospital is recruiting for a Pre assessment Senior Staff Nurse to work within the Gynaecology Department. Internationally renowned for clinical excellence, The Portland Hospital is the only independent hospital in the UK entirely dedicated to women and children. As the Senior Staff Nurse, you will be responsible and accountable for the provision of high-quality care within the gynaecology pre-operative assessment department, working with the inpatient team to provide care to all women who attend the department for surgical procedures. The Pre assessment Nurse will conduct comprehensive assessments of patients scheduled for surgical procedures, identifying any potential health concerns that could affect their surgery and post-operative recovery. You will educate patients on the surgery, anaesthesia, and post-operative care, ensuring they understand the process and their responsibilities while monitoring and managing patient care plans to optimise outcomes. What you'll bring:
Skills & Experience
NMC Registered Nurse Demonstrable knowledge as a qualified nurse with a minimum of 2 years experience Basic adult support Competent in cannulation and venepuncture Able to perform ECG as part of pre-op clinical investigations Able to support team looking after patients who seek our Termination of Pregnancy services Understanding of Safeguarding issues Competent with computers and able to use clinical systems Excellent verbal and written communication skills Previous experience in gynaecology case loading - desirable Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has become one of the world's leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we're one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare, having invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication, and facilities. We offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contributions our employees make every day. As a Pre assessment Senior Staff Nurse in gynaecology, you'll be eligible for: 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service 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 Critical illness cover Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection, and lifestyle benefits Discounts with over 800 major retailers Diversity and Inclusion
We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion, and respect for our patients and for each other. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.
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