Senior Staff Nurse (Breast Care) - Outpatients

Ramsay Health Care; Colchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramsay Health Care is seeking a Senior Staff Nurse for the Outpatients department at Oaks Hospital. This role involves supporting breast care patients throughout their treatment journey in a caring environment. The successful candidate will enjoy numerous benefits, including a contributory pension and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Attractive enhancement rates for permanent and bank work

25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Family-friendly policies including enhanced parental leave

Private healthcare and life assurance

Free uniform and DBS check

Free onsite parking

Access to employee discounts

Wellbeing Centre with 24/7 assistance

Access to Ramsay Academy for professional growth

Qualifications

• Current NMC registration required.
• Experience with breast care is essential.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support patients through their journey from diagnosis to surgery and treatment.
• Work two long set days, covering one-stop breast clinics in the evenings.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Empathy

Flexibility

Education

Current NMC registration

Breast Care Nurse Experience

Job description

Job Description

Senior Staff Nurse - Outpatients

17hrs Oaks Hospital

The role

You will be working with the breast care team, supporting patients through their journey from diagnosis to surgery and treatment. It is expected that this role will be worked over two set long days covering one-stop breast clinics in the evenings.

At Ramsay Health Care UK, we know our people are our most important asset. Join us as a Staff Nurse on our Outpatient team, and together, you'll deliver the highest quality clinical outcomes in an environment where you'll have 'more time to care'.

You'll be valued for your skills and expertise, and have the chance to build on them through our Ramsay Academy. We put the patient at the heart of everything we do - as our 'Speaking Up for Safety' programme demonstrates.

Where you'll be based

Oaks Hospital Outpatients Department.

What you'll bring with you

• Current NMC registration
• Breast Care Nurse Experience
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
• Flexible and positive attitude
• A warm, considerate and empathetic character

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme
• Attractive enhancement rates for permanent and bank work: 30%-100% for evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays
• 25 days' annual leave plus eight Bank Holiday days
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced parental leave
• Private healthcare and life assurance
• Free uniform and DBS check
• Free onsite parking and a subsidised staff restaurant
• Access to our employee discount programme
• Wellbeing Centre and access to 24/7 employee assistance line
• Long service, employee recognition and appreciation awards
• Access to the Ramsay Academy offering opportunities to grow, develop, and specialise in your career

About us

We're Ramsay Health Care UK. With 35 hospitals, 7,600 staff, and 200,000 patients treated annually, we're one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. We deliver a wide range of clinical services, from routine to complex surgery, day case procedures, cancer care, diagnostic services, and physiotherapy. Our facilities are rated 'Good' by the CQC, and we pride ourselves on high-quality staff, excellent relationships with doctors, and a strong partnership with the NHS.

As part of a global hospital group with over 50 years of experience operating in 11 countries, our ethos is caring for people, which makes a significant difference in many lives. We recognize our staff as our most valuable asset, essential to our success and growth.

To apply

Please contact us for an informal chat or to ask any questions before applying.

We are committed to equality of opportunity. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close the advert early to ensure a quality recruitment process.

We care.

It's more than what we do; it's who we are. Our goal is to deliver the best care, a belief that remains true since our first patients in 1964. "The Ramsay Way" culture recognizes our people as our most important asset, key to our ongoing success.

We proudly support the UK's Armed Forces and Reservists, having achieved the Silver Award in the MOD's Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. We are committed to supporting the Armed Forces community, including our staff and patients.

We are dedicated to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.