Sister/Charge Nurse - Oncology & Medical

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Location: The Wellington Hospital, St Johns Wood, London

Position: Sister/Charge Nurse

Department: Oncology & Medical Ward

Type: Full time

Salary: Competitive + Shift Enhancement

We are seeking a dedicated Sister/Charge Nurse to join our Oncology & Medical Ward at The Wellington Hospital. This role is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes while advancing your nursing career in a prestigious and supportive environment.

As a Sister/Charge Nurse, you will play a critical role in leading a nursing team within a 17-bed Oncology & Medical unit and two Neuroendocrine suites, providing exemplary care to oncology and medical patients. You will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver expert support throughout patients’ care journeys, while fostering an environment of continuous professional development and high-quality individualized care.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Clinical Leadership: Ensure the highest standards of care in the clinical environment, supporting the team in delivering patient-focused services.
2. Team Management: Directly manage a team of 6 nurses and 2 healthcare assistants, ensuring effective team collaboration and performance.
3. Specialist Care: Provide advanced nursing advice and facilitate comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
4. Professional Development: Supervise, mentor, and provide learning opportunities for junior staff members. Conduct performance appraisals and support team development.
5. Quality Improvement: Contribute to service development initiatives and quality improvements to enhance patient experiences.
6. Collaboration: Work closely with the Ward Manager and deputize in their absence, ensuring continuity of care and service delivery.
7. Patient & Family Support: Engage with patients, families, and carers, ensuring compassionate and informed support throughout their journey.

What you’ll bring:

• NMC Registered Nurse
• Relevant post registration experience in Oncology
• Proven ability to manage, mentor, and inspire a team, ensuring their professional development and performance.
• Up to date knowledge and experience on the administration of the SACT

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 Sister/Charge Nurse on our Oncology & Medical Ward 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
• 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 to suit you
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Diversity and Inclusion

Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.