Staff Nurse Outpatients (across sites covering Canterbury and Ashford)
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 candidates are 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.
Interview Date:
13th February 2025
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.
Job responsibilities
Expected to work across all areas of Spencer Private Hospitals within their role remit
Contribute to the maintenance of patient care standards and assist with the implementation of changes to care delivery systems, methods, and nursing practice to improve the quality of care
Contribute to the development and implementation of nursing standards that 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
Responsible 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 met
Uphold the corporate values of SPH
Person Specification Qualifications
Diploma or Degree
Evidence of continual professional development
Teaching and Assessing Course or equivalent
Experience
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
One year post-registration experience
Skills
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
Good time management
Participation in research
Personal Attributes/Other
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.
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 Ethelbert Road, Kent, CT1 3NG
Ashford, Kent, TN24 0LZ
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Friendly and flexible candidates are 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.
Interview Date:
13th February 2025
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.
Job responsibilities
Expected to work across all areas of Spencer Private Hospitals within their role remit
Contribute to the maintenance of patient care standards and assist with the implementation of changes to care delivery systems, methods, and nursing practice to improve the quality of care
Contribute to the development and implementation of nursing standards that 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
Responsible 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 met
Uphold the corporate values of SPH
Person Specification Qualifications
Diploma or Degree
Evidence of continual professional development
Teaching and Assessing Course or equivalent
Experience
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
One year post-registration experience
Skills
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
Good time management
Participation in research
Personal Attributes/Other
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.
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 Ethelbert Road, Kent, CT1 3NG
Ashford, Kent, TN24 0LZ
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