Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Staff Nurse-Outpatients

The London Clinic; City Of London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private hospital in London is seeking a dedicated Plastic and Reconstructive Staff Nurse for a full-time position. The successful candidate will provide high-quality nursing care, manage post-operative wound care, and collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals. The role offers a supportive culture, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits including a contributory pension scheme and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Private Medical Healthcare

33 days annual leave

Season ticket travel loan

Family friendly benefits

Qualifications

• NMC registered with revalidation in place.
• Proven experience in wound management.
• Post Registration experience in plastics or reconstructive surgery.
• Evidence of autonomous clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Carry out safe and effective nursing care in liaison with team members.
• Deliver individualised patient care based on evidence-based practices.
• Perform post-operative wound care.
• Assist with minor procedures using ANTT skills.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure high care standards.

Skills

Wound management

Patient care

Clinical judgment

Collaboration with healthcare professionals

Education

Registered Nurse Level 1

NMC registration

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic Plastic and Reconstructive Staff Nurse to join our Outpatients department based between various sites on Devonshire Place London.

• Carry out safe, effective and efficient nursing care in liaison with the Plastics CNS, Plastics Outpatients Sister, Healthcare Assistants and Consultants
• Delivery of individualised patient care, ensuring the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation is in line with evidence base practices
• Perform a high standard of post-operative wound care, in line with current guidance
• Assist with minor procedures, utilising precise ANTT skills
• Use professional judgement when assessing patient needs and investigations requiring analysis and intervention
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals in the delivery of high standards of care, including secretarial and administrate staff that may be offsite
• Perform daily safety checks and complete cleaning schedules.
• Ensure accurate and comprehensive nursing records, charging and other documentation are maintained using appropriate IT Healthcare systems available
• Respond to emergency calls within the department
• Provide structured escalation of concerns regarding the patient's condition

• To be developed to take charge of the department in the absence of the person holding continuing responsibility (based on level of nursing experience and training).

  Level 1 RN with revalidation in place

• NMC registered
• Proven experience in wound management
• Post Registration experience, working in plastics or reconstructive surgery,

• Evidence of autonomous clinical experience

  The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued, and you can help us provide the best, personalised healthcare. Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with state-of-the-art facilities located around Harley Street. We have approx. 1300 employees across 8 sites, where we cover a broad range of specialisms, including complex medical and surgical procedures and a comprehensive range of cancer and outpatient services.

• Job Type: This is a full-time, permanent position.
• Shifts Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Saturday
• Salary: Band 5 Equivalent
• Benefits package: Contributory pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%). Private Medical Healthcare. 33 days annual leave (Inclusive of bank holidays). Season ticket travel loan, family friendly benefits, and a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers/services, plus much more. We also offer excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education.