Job summary
Paterson ward is the place for you if you are looking forward to a career in surgical nursing. We comprise of a 14 bedded ward, a day case unit with recovery and the Surgical assessment unit. Staff get rotated within the three areas. Our patients come from diverse specialities like general surgery, vascular, orthopaedics and trauma. You will have the opportunity to develop your nursing skills in all of the above areas.
We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic nurse, either experienced or newly qualified. You will be proactive in learning and will be supported by an experienced team of senior nurses and clinical practice educators.
Main duties of the job
- To provide high quality, effective, individualised care to all patients that is compassionate and caring.
- To assess care needs and develop, implement and evaluate them without supervision
- To keep up to date with skills and knowledge
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- SSSA
- 6 months experience in healthcare
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in an acute ward
Desirable
- At least 6 months experience in a surgical ward
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Teaching
- Basic IT skills
- Knowledge of quality, standard setting and audit
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct
- Knowledge of quality, standard setting and audit
Desirable
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- SSSA
- 6 months experience in healthcare
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in an acute ward
Desirable
- At least 6 months experience in a surgical ward
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Teaching
- Basic IT skills
- Knowledge of quality, standard setting and audit
- Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct
- Knowledge of quality, standard setting and audit
Desirable
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
