Staff Nurse Outpatients (across sites covering Canterbury and Ashford)

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Part time
Location: Ashford
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Job Summary

A rare opportunity has arisen for a Registered Staff Nurse to join our fast-paced, dynamic Outpatients Department and Preoperative Assessment service at our Private Hospital in Canterbury.

Friendly and flexible candidate sought to work closely with our fantastic Nursing Team and Consultants to support patients who access our outpatient services. We offer consultant-led clinics, minor surgery, clinical procedures, and pre-operative assessment services across a wide range of specialities such as Ophthalmology, Gynaecology, Urology, ENT, Orthopaedics, and General Surgery.

You will have the opportunity to manage and work within a varied caseload in OPD services.

Main duties of the job Registered Nurse 1st Level Evidence of continual professional development Demonstrates a patient-focused approach Experience in a surgical/medical environment with a knowledge and understanding of surgical/medical procedures Commitment to professional development. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team Able to cope under pressure. Committed to providing a quality clinical service

About us

Spencer Private Hospitals Ltd recognise and value all of their staff and are committed to developing a well-trained and flexible workforce. As an Investors in People accredited organisation, you can expect a generous holiday allowance, increasing with length of service, company contribution pension scheme, family and friends discounts on Physiotherapy and Health Screening services as well as uniform and free onsite parking.

Independent hospitals are dedicated to finding the very best staff. This means searching for the most enthusiastic and motivated staff who are passionate about delivering excellent care to patients.

Date posted

06 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£15.26 to £18.57 an hour Dependent upon qualifications and experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Annualised hours

Reference number

E0005-25-0001

Job locations

Spencer Private Hospitals Limited Ethelbert Road Canterbury Kent CT1 3NG

Spencer Private Hospitals Ltd Arundel Unit, William Harvey Hospital, Kennington Road. Ashford Kent TN24 0LZ

Job Description

Job responsibilities The post holders will be expected to work across all areas of Spencer Private hospitals within their role remit. To contribute to the maintenance of patient care standards and to assist with the implementation of changes to care delivery systems, methods and nursing practice in order to bring about improvements in the quality of care. To contribute to the development and implementation of nursing standards which reflect customer requirements and professional best practice. Carry out planned care for a group of patients without direct supervision providing individualised patient care. Provide professional leadership, advice and guidance within the team, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team. Assist and advise staff both registered and unregistered in the delivery of patient care. Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records in line with professional standards. Have responsibility for the administration and custody of medicines in line with Spencer Private Hospitals (SPH) policy and professional standards. Assist in the maintenance of professional standards, highlighting to the line manager when standards are not seen to be met. Uphold the corporate values of SPH.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma or Degree Evidence of continual professional development Desirable Teaching and Assessing Course or equivalent Experience Essential Experience in surgical/medical/OPD environment with a knowledge and understanding of surgical/medical/OPD procedures. Delivery of evidence-based practice. Demonstrates a patient-focused approach. Desirable One year post registration experience. Skills Essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent employee relations track record. Commitment to professional development. Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Computer skills. Good time management. Desirable Participation in research. Personal Attributes/Other Essential Flexible and tactful. Caring and friendly personality. Able to cope under pressure. Committed to providing a quality clinical service. Ability to problem solve. Up to date knowledge of professional nursing issues.

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 Spencer Private Hospitals Ltd Address Spencer Private Hospitals Limited Ethelbert Road Canterbury Kent CT1 3NG Employer's website https://www.spencerprivatehospitals.com/ #J-18808-Ljbffr

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