Ward Nurse - Day Surgery Unit

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London is seeking a compassionate and motivated Ward Nurse to join the Day Surgery Unit. The position involves providing high-quality patient care in a modern surgical environment. Successful candidates will be part of an innovative team dedicated to delivering efficient, productive, and safe patient experiences. This role offers the chance to develop clinical skills while adhering to professional standards in an environment committed to diversity and equity.

Qualifications

• Must be a registered nurse with NMC registration.
• Ability to provide high-quality clinical care autonomously and as part of a team.
• Experience in a surgical setting preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality clinical care in line with Trust values.
• Accept delegated responsibilities from the senior nurse.
• Work within Trust policies and protocols to support patient care.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical Care

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

Ward Nurse - Day Surgery unit, Band 5

Are you a compassionate and motivated nurse looking to thrive in a modern, high-performing surgical environment? We’re excited to offer Staff Nurse opportunities in our newly expanded and refurbished Day Surgery Unit at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital. Opportunities available to work in the ward and recovery areas.

This Purpose-built Unit Now Features

• Seven operating theatres, including two brand-new, state-of-the-art theatres
• A spacious first-stage recovery area
• A dedicated admission, assessment and step down area
• An integrated short-stay unit for seamless patient flow
  
  

You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team delivering high-quality, same-day surgical care in a setting designed for efficiency, productivity, safety, and exceptional patient experience.

At Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, we are guided by our PROUD values which shape how we care for our patients and support each other every day.

If you’re ready to make a difference in a newly transformed surgical service, we’d love to welcome you to our team.

PLEASE NOTE ADVERT WILL CLOSE ONCE SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED

The post holder will provide high quality clinical care to patients, in line with the Trust values and in accordance with professional regulations.

Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the senior nurse in charge.

Work in line with Trust policies, objectives, protocols and local guidelines, whilst also being aware of the importance of their role in supporting members of the team, and always adhering to the Trust values, and in accordance with NMC regulations.

Work autonomously and with others to always deliver high standards of care to patients and their careers, autonomously and as part of a team.

Communicate in line with Trust values, to patients, carers and staff at all times.

Take every opportunity to continue to develop, practice and expand their own general and specialist nursing skills.

Maintain high standards of professional and ethical responsibility, and accountability and be aware of the medico-legal aspects of nursing, in line with professional, regulating and local guidance

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."

If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Hanna Adeosun Job title: Senior Sister Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 02033155388

Kate Sharkey

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