Senior Staff Nurse - Beach Short Stay Surgery

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated and enthusiastic Band 6 nurses to join their short stay surgical unit in London. This role offers the chance to develop leadership and clinical skills while ensuring high-quality care for children undergoing various surgical procedures. As part of a renowned healthcare organization, you will play a crucial role in improving patient outcomes and empowering team members in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about children's healthcare and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Post-registration experience in relevant specialty required.
• Experience in coordinating shifts and teaching in clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality clinical care respecting patients' needs.
• Manage a group of patients independently within the specialty.
• Provide clinical leadership and support to colleagues.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to assess and plan care

Knowledge of current clinical issues

Specialist expertise in healthcare

Ability to administer medications

Education

BSc in health-related field

Post-registration qualification

Job description

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Senior Staff Nurse - Beach Short Stay Surgery, London

Client: Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 46db27a5258e

Job Views: 8

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

Job overview

Evelina London Children’s Hospital is a leading provider of children’s healthcare services in South East England, rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission. We are expanding our services, including child cancer services in 2026.

We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic Band 6 nurses to join our short stay surgical unit, which cares for children undergoing various surgical procedures including ENT, General Surgery, Cleft, Urology & Dental.

The post holder will be responsible for assessing, planning, and providing specialist nursing advice, carrying out specialist procedures, supervising staff and students, and leading clinical audits. Ensuring patient safety, dignity, and human rights are paramount.

Currently, the unit is located within the Beach floor complex, with plans for relocation due to service expansion.

Closing Date: 7th July 2024

Interview Date: 19th July 2024

Main duties of the job

As a clinical role model and advocate, you will work with the senior nursing team to improve services and patient outcomes. This role offers opportunities to develop leadership and clinical skills in a supportive environment and to empower team members.

Working for our organisation

Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust includes several renowned hospitals and community services, with a focus on high-quality care, research, and innovation. We are part of King’s Health Partners, an academic health sciences centre, and host national biomedical research centres.

With around 22,700 staff, we are committed to diversity, partnership, and excellence in patient care and staff development.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality clinical care respecting patients' cultural and religious needs.
• Manage a group of patients independently within the specialty, delivering personalized care.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Minimize cross-infection risks, including safe disposal of body fluids.
• Assess educational needs of patients and families, and develop plans to meet these needs.
• Promote evidence-based practice and clinical standards to develop the service.
• Identify and address unsafe environments, reporting issues appropriately.
• Monitor and audit clinical practices to ensure high standards and cost-effectiveness.
• Implement educational programs for patients and carers.
• Support a positive learning environment for students and new staff.
• Engage in nursing research and maintain clinical knowledge.
• Provide clinical leadership and support to colleagues and students.
• Coordinate daily management of the clinical area, delegate duties, and ensure adequate staffing and skill mix.
• Assess, order, and manage bank and agency staff as needed.
• Develop, review, and implement clinical guidelines and protocols.
• Deputize for the Sister/Charge Nurse when absent.

Person specification

Values & Behaviours

• Demonstrates application of the trust's values & behaviours

Experience

• Post-registration experience in relevant specialty
• Experience in coordinating shifts
• Experience in teaching, assessing, supervising in clinical settings
• Competent in managing patients within the specialty

Qualifications/Education

• BSc/First degree in health-related field or equivalent
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and specialist training
• Post-registration qualification or relevant experience in the specialty

Skills

• Specialist expertise supported by theory and CPD
• Knowledge of current clinical and professional issues, evidence-based practice
• Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care
• Ability to administer medications, including blood transfusions
• Understanding resource management
• Effective communication skills, handling sensitive information

Professional/Statutory Registration

• RN1/RN2/RN12 or RN Child registered on the NMC register, appropriate for the specialty

We celebrate diversity and are committed to equitable treatment for all staff and patients, ensuring no discrimination based on race, ethnicity, disability, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity/paternity, or marital status.