Staff Nurse Outpatients (Based at Ashford and covering Canterbury)

NHS; Ashford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Staff Nurse for their Outpatient Department. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care, leading by example, and working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team. The position offers a supportive environment where professional development is encouraged, and you will have the opportunity to work across various specialties. If you are dedicated to providing exceptional care and thrive in a dynamic setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Company contribution pension scheme

Family and friends discounts on services

Uniform provided

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with evidence of continual professional development.
• Experience in surgical/medical environments and knowledge of procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised patient care and maintain care standards.
• Assist with the implementation of changes to care delivery systems.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Venepuncture

Good time management

Counselling Skills

Education

Maths and English (GCSE or equivalent)

Registered Nurse 1st level

Diploma or Degree

Teaching and Assessing Course or equivalent

Job description

Staff Nurse Outpatients (Based at Ashford and covering Canterbury)

Spencer Private Hospitals is a subsidiaryhealthcare provider to East Kent Hospitals, dedicated to deliveringcompassionate high-quality care. We pride ourselves on fostering acollaborative, patient-centred environment and are currently seeking adedicated skilled Registered Nurse to join our friendly OutpatientDepartment team.

Our departmentoffers pre-operative assessment, consultant led clinics and minor proceduresacross multiple specialties such as gynaecology, ophthalmology, orthopaedics,general surgery, ENT andvUrology.

We are looking for anexceptional Staff Nurse with excellent clinical skills in minor procedures & diagnostics. Strong communication skills & interpersonal skills are a must.

Working shifts are between thehours of 08.00-20.30 Monday to Saturday. Flexibility is required.

The post holder will promote the vision and values of Spencer Private Hospitals, leading byexample and ensuring that they demonstrate those values in their leadership behaviorsand how we support our teams and deliver our services

The post holder will work as a team member within the department by carrying out tasksinvolving the direct/indirect care of patients ensuring that appropriatedirection, supervision and control is used when in charge of the shift &junior members of the team. Depending on the Outpatient activity there may bean element of loan working involved.

Main duties of the job

• Registered Nurse 1st Level
• Evidence of continual professional development
• Demonstrates a patient focus approach
• Experience in a surgical/medical environment with a knowledge and understanding of surgical/medical procedures
• Commitment to professional development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Able to cope under pressure.
• Committed to providing a quality clinical service

About us

Spencer Private Hospitals Ltd recognise and value all of their staff and are committed to developing a well-trained and flexible workforce. You can expect a generous holiday allowance, increasing with length of service, company contribution pension scheme, family and friends discounts on Physiotherapy and Health Screening services as well as uniform and free onsite parking.

Independent hospitals are dedicated to finding the very best staff. This means searching for the most enthusiastic and motivated staff who are passionate about delivering excellent care to patients.

Job responsibilities

The post holders will be expected towork across all areas of Spencer Private hospitals within their role remit

To contribute to the maintenance of patientcare standards and to assist with the implementation of changes to caredelivery systems, methods and nursing practice in order to bring aboutimprovements in the quality of care

To contribute to the development andimplementation of nursing standards which reflect customer requirements andprofessional best practice

Carry out planned care for a groupof patients without direct supervision providing individualised patient care

Provide professional leadership,advice and guidance within the team, working collaboratively with themultidisciplinary team

Assist and advise staff bothregistered and unregistered in the delivery of patient care

Maintain accurate andcontemporaneous patient records in line with professional standards

Have responsibility for theadministration and custody of medicines in line with Spencer Private Hospitals(SPH) policy and professional standards

Assist in the maintenance ofprofessional standards, highlighting to the line manager when standards are notseen to be met

Uphold the corporate values of SPH

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Maths and English (GCSE or equivalent) grade C or above.
• Registered Nurse 1st level.
• Evidence of continual professional development.
• Diploma or Degree.
• Teaching and Assessing Course or equivalent.
• Previous OPD or Pre Assessment experience.

Experience

• Proven experience within the outpatients department and in a surgical/ medical environment with a knowledge and understanding of surgical/medical procedures.
• Delivery of evidence based practice.
• Demonstrates a patient focus.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent employee relations track record
• Commitment to professional development
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Good time management
• Venepuncture
• Participation in research
• Counselling Skills

Personal Attriuties/ Other

• Flexible and tactful
• Caring and friendly personality
• Able to cope under pressure
• Committed to providing a high quality clinical service.
• Clean and tidy presentation
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent team work and organisational skills
• Flexibility in hours to suit the departments needs

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£31,929.23 to £38,850.82 a yearDependent upon qualifications and experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time,Annualised hours

Reference number

E0005-25-0024

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