Band 6 Senior Staff Nurse, Cedar - Cardiothoracic Surgery (Secondment)

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in Uxbridge is seeking a Band 6 Senior Staff Nurse for a secondment in Cardiothoracic Surgery. This role involves working in a fast-paced ward, ensuring high standards of care and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate will possess leadership skills and experience in cardiothoracic nursing. With opportunities for professional development, this position is perfect for those committed to excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in Cardiothoracic/Surgical areas.
• Ability to ensure high standards of nursing care.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the ward manager and multi-disciplinary team.
• Act as a team leader to meet patient needs.
• Take charge of the ward.
• Demonstrate procedures and supervise staff.
• Provide flexible cover in clinical areas.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Proven communication skills both orally and in writing

Education

Management or Leadership Course

Job description

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Band 6 Senior Staff Nurse, Cedar - Cardiothoracic Surgery (Secondment), Uxbridge

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Client:

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Uxbridge, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic nurse who is keen to work at the leading edge of cardiothoracic practice in a fast-paced ward setting. You will need to be a highly motivated nurse who is committed to delivering high standards of care and can demonstrate excellent clinical and communication skills. You will also work closely with the ward manager and multi-disciplinary team members to monitor and maintain excellent clinical standards of nursing practice and staff development as part of the ward team. If you are looking for a career in Cardiothoracic nursing, this is your chance to join a friendly and supportive team at Harefield Hospital.

Please note this position is to cover a secondment position for 6 months.

Main duties of the job

Job summary:

• The post holder will work closely with the ward manager and multi-disciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining excellent clinical standards of nursing practice and staff development as part of the ward team. Also, act as a team leader to ensure the needs of the patients are met.
• To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of all staff by acting as a mentor with the support of their senior colleagues.
• To take charge of the ward/department on a regular basis.
• The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and is required to demonstrate procedures, supervise qualified and/or unqualified staff whilst maintaining a safe working environment
• To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover for any area specified.

Working for our organisation

Cedar Ward is a 24-bedded surgical ward caring for a range of patients pre and post complex cardiothoracic surgery. This surgery would include open and minimally invasive cardiac surgery including valve repair and replacement and Coronary Artery Bypass Grafts. The thoracic surgery would include lobectomies, pneumonectomies and minimally invasive procedures.

Our Practice Education Team will support you through a supernumerary period during your orientation to the ward. You will have the opportunity to attend in-house study days and regular surgical team days to support your learning and keep you up to date with current practice. Following orientation and completion of relevant competencies, you will have the opportunity to access university-based post-graduate courses.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Job summary:

• The post holder will work closely with the ward manager and multi-disciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining excellent clinical standards of nursing practice and staff development as part of the ward team. Also, act as a team leader to ensure the needs of the patients are met.
• To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of all staff by acting as a mentor with the support of their senior colleagues.
• To take charge of the ward/department on a regular basis.
• The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and is required to demonstrate procedures, supervise qualified and/or unqualified staff whilst maintaining a safe working environment
• To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover for any area specified.

Person specification

Education

• Management or Leadership Course

Experience

• Cardiothoracic/Surgical Experience

Skills

• Proven communication skills both orally and in writing
• Leadership Skills

Guy’s and St Thomas’celebrates, respects and values the diversity of its staff and patients. We review our policies, procedures and practices to ensure that all employees, patients and carers are treated equitable according to their needs. We are actively committed to ensuring that no one who applies for a job, works or study’s at the Trust, or accesses our services is discriminated against on the grounds of race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, religion or belief, age, gender identity , gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity/paternity, or marital/civil partnership.