Staff Nurse - ITU

London Bridge Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

London Bridge Hospital is seeking an ITU Staff Nurse for their Outstanding-rated Critical Care Unit. This role involves providing specialist care to critically ill patients, with opportunities for career growth through various development paths. The position promises a supportive environment and focused care for your professional well-being.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Healthcare Insurance

Private pension contributions

Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme

Group Life Assurance from day one

Critical illness cover

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Corporate staff discounts

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with valid NMC registration.
• Experience in General ITU or Cardiac ITU preferred.
• Strong communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level care by assessing, planning, and delivering patient care.
• Ensure effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Accountable for personal practice and delivery of care quality.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Prioritisation

Education

Registered General Nurse with NMC pin

Job description

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We’re looking for an ITU Staff Nurse to join our 28-bedded ITU Unit at London Bridge Hospital, currently rated “Outstanding” by the CQC. Our 24-hour Critical Care Unit provides dedicated, continuous, specialised care to critically ill patients with a variety of medical or surgical conditions. The Critical Care Unit is staffed by a dynamic and motivated multidisciplinary team of Consultant Intensivists, Critical Care Resident Medical Officers, and Critical Care Nurses.

As a Staff Nurse in the Critical Care unit, you will be required to provide a high level of care for patients by assessing, planning, delivering, and continuously evaluating care. You will ensure all their needs are met by effectively communicating with your patients, their families, and your wider team.

You will be responsible and accountable for your own practice and for ensuring the delivery of a high-quality service at all times. We support your growth through a robust career pathway and development opportunities, including specialist modules, apprenticeships, or event support to complete your critical care module.

At HCA UK, we care about what you care about:

• Delivering the very best care
• Building a career you can be proud of
• Providing working conditions that support your health and wellbeing

Let us care for you and your career, just as you care for others.

What you’ll bring:

• Registered General Nurse with NMC pin
• Experience in General ITU or Cardiac ITU
• Excellent communication skills with good time management and prioritisation skills

Why HCA UK?

Founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA is one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare, investing over £500 million in treatments, technology, and facilities. We offer extensive opportunities for career progression and a focus on your mental and physical wellbeing.

As a Staff Nurse in our ITU team, you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell leave
• Private Healthcare Insurance
• Private pension contributions that increase with 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 discounts and other flexible benefits

Diversity and Inclusion

We prioritize Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, creating an environment where everyone can achieve their potential. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments to support our colleagues.