Senior Staff Nurse-Ortho & General Surgery

Senior Staff Nurse- Orthopaedic and General Surgery
London: The Lister Hospital, Chelsea.
Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Shift times: Monday - Sunday based on internal rotation, you will need to be flexible to work long days, nights and weekends
Permanent contract
Salary: Competitive depen ding on experience plus 9% shift allowance

We're looking for a Senior S taff Nurse to join our Orthopaedic and General Surgery team at the Lister Hospital, currently rated "Outstanding" by the CQC.

As Senior Staff Nurse, working in our 20 bedded surgical Ward caring for Orthopaedics , GI/Colorectal, Gynaecology , Breast Surgery and General surgery patients , your main purpose will be to plan, deliver and evaluate high standards of nursing care whilst working within a multidisciplinary team.

You will be required to deputise for senior staff in their absence, demonstrating leadership and management

You will also supervise and direct junior staff and temporary staff. You'll demonstrate good clinical practice at all times and to be accountable for own actions and contribute to the setting of clinical standards, policy and procedures and research-based care and other practice development initiatives.

The Lister Hospital and its outpatient centres are located in the heart of Chelsea and have consistently provided care and treatment in London for over 30 years. We offer access to leading consultants from London's top teaching hospitals and contemporary treatment, with several highly specialised units including fertility, gastroenterology and cardiology .

With 57 beds across three floors, we offer a specialised service, bespoke to our patient's needs. Our six-bed critical care unit provides dedicated specialised care to seriously ill patients with a range of surgical or medical conditions. The Medical Ward is a 13-bedded Ward caring for predominantly Medical patients and occasionally Surgical .

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others .

What you'll bring:

• Registered Nurse Level 1
• NMC Registration and PREP requirements
• Extensive experience essential within a UK Hospital setting
• Experience within a Surgical environment
• ENB course/experience relevant to specialist area desirable but not essential
• Knowledge of relevant NMC/national guidelines, policies and procedures (Code of conduct)
• Basic life support

Why HCA UK ?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world's leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we're one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing .

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That's why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Senior Staff Nurse in our surgical Unit you'll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution which increases with length of 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 discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Culture and values

At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us bring as we know that when you feel seen, heard and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other.

Our mission is simple, above all else we're committed to the care and improvement of human life, a clear statement that extends to both our patients and