Surgical Ward Nurse – Flexible Shifts & Development

Circle Health Group; Orpington; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Private healthcare

Friends & Family discounts

Family-friendly policies

Life insurance

Staff wellbeing hub

Employee discounts

Training & development

Job summary

Circle Health Group is recruiting a Registered Nurse to join the Wards at Chelsfield Park Hospital in Kent. This full-time position offers 37.5 hours per week with a permanent contract and a salary up to £31,500 per year.

You will deliver direct nursing care, assess patient needs, monitor conditions, administer medications, and maintain accurate documentation. You should hold NMC registration (Adult) and have experience in clinical settings, with surgical experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration.
• Experience in a clinical healthcare setting.
• Surgical experience required.
• Good understanding of clinical governance, patient safety, and evidence-based practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficient in IT systems used for patient records, documentation, and care planning.
• Previous experience in a relevant specialty desirable (e.g., surgical, medical, outpatient, orthopaedics, critical care).

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct nursing care in line with patient care plans and clinical protocols.
• Assess patient needs, prioritise care, and update care plans accordingly.
• Monitor vital signs, recognise changes in condition, and escalate…
• Administer medications safely and effectively in accordance with hospital policies and the NMC Code.
• Maintain accurate, legible, and timely nursing documentation, including assessments, care plans, and observations.
• Ensure that all care provided complies with NMC standards, clinical governance requirements, and hospital policies.
• Identify and report incidents, safeguarding concerns, and potential risks in line with hospital procedures.

Skills

NMC registration

Clinical governance

Patient safety

Communication skills

Teamwork

IT systems (patient records)

Education

Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration

Job description

Circle Health Group is recruiting a Registered Nurse to join the Wards at Chelsfield Park Hospital in Kent. This full-time position offers 37.5 hours per week with a permanent contract and a salary up to £31,500 per year.

You will deliver direct nursing care, assess patient needs, monitor conditions, administer medications, and maintain accurate documentation. You should hold NMC registration (Adult) and have experience in clinical settings, with surgical experience preferred.