Private Outpatient Senior Staff Nurse - Women's Health | Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an experienced nurse to join their team. The role involves managing patient care and maintaining clinical standards while supervising staff in a dynamic environment. Candidates must have a registered nurse qualification and comprehensive clinical skills. This position offers a chance to make a direct impact on patient health and well-being.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse qualification with experience in a clinical setting.
• Ability to work independently and manage nursing care competently.
• Knowledge of NMC Code of Conduct and relevant nursing protocols.

Responsibilities

• Develop the patient pathway for optimal care.
• Manage total nursing care of patients competently.
• Supervise staff and maintain a safe working environment.
• Complete accurate nursing documentation in a timely manner.

Skills

Clinical standards

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

Overview

The post holder will work closely with the Private Outpatient Sister and multidisciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining excellent clinical standards of nursing practice and staff development as part of the team. The post holder is to take charge of the clinic as required and is expected to competently carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision, and to demonstrate procedures, supervise qualified and/or unqualified staff whilst maintaining a safe working environment in keeping with the NMC Code of Conduct and validation requirement, Vision and Values of the Private Patient Directorate, Compassion in Practice (DOH 2012) and Royal Brompton & Harefield/GSTT hospitals Policies and Protocols.

Responsibilities

• Developing the patient pathway to ensure that the patient is prepared physically and psychologically to undergo necessary procedures.
• Leading by example to ensure that the rights, dignity, and confidentiality of the patient are protected at all times.
• Managing the total nursing care of patients within the department competently and being responsible for professional actions.
• Providing the full range of nursing services, including cannulation & phlebotomy, ECG, blood pressure measurement, glucose monitor, urinalysis checks, wound care and any other procedures relevant to gynaecology conditions.
• Ensuring that treatment and consulting rooms are tidy and prepared, including preparation of equipment clinical notes and supplies as required.
• Ensuring that patient records are completed in a timely and accurate way and that nursing documentation is maintained accurately, including electronic records.
• Effectively liaising with the extended multidisciplinary team whenever a patient requires intervention in the various departments to promote a smooth patient journey.
• Using evidence-based practice, quality assurance and clinical audit in all aspects of nursing care.
• Identifying and reporting clinical risks, any accidents/incidents, near misses involving staff, patients, and visitors in accordance with Trust policies and assisting in investigations as required.
• Acting as one of the Health and Safety officer and Fire Marshal for the clinical areas while on duty.
• Assisting the Line Manager in investigating complaints, ensuring efficient management of the department, deputising for the Private Outpatient Sister where applicable, and promoting the 6 Cs of nursing and the private patient gold standard of customer care.

Organisational Context

We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and – as part of King’s Health Partners – we are one of England’s eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world‑class clinical services, teaching and research. We have around 22,700 staff and aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve while developing new partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities, charitable bodies and GPs.

Recruitment and Retention

We strive to recruit and retain the best staff; the dedication and skills of our employees lie at the heart of our organisation and ensure that our services are of the highest quality, safe and patient‑focused.

Closing Date

This advert closes on Thursday 30 Oct 2025.