Senior Staff Nurse - ITU

Job summary

Due to the expansion of our service were looking for an ITU Senior Staff Nurse from a spinal/neuro background to join our state-of-the-art ITU/HDU Unit at The Princess Grace Hospital. The ITU/HDU unit specialises in looking after complex colorectal, liver, urological and are commissioning to care for complex spinal cases which requires staged operations.

As a Senior Staff Nurse in our ITU Unit youll be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the department, providing expert knowledge and supporting the junior nurses. It is varied role, one day you could be providing bespoke, complex care to a patient, in partnership with the wider multidisciplinary team. The next coaching and mentoring junior members of staff to help them progress. No matter what each day brings, as part of HCA UK team you can rest assured youll have all the time and tools you need to not only grow, but thrive.

Main duties of the job

• To demonstrate good clinical practice at all times and to be accountable for own actions
• Prioritising workloads and directing staff accordingly
• Make efficient use of available resources
• Regularly deputise for Sister, providing management and leadership in her absence
• Promote team working
• Assess, plan and deliver care, based on individual patient and family needs
• Evaluate care of the team and ensure standards are met
• Respect and ensure patient privacy and confidentiality
• Support and act as role model for junior staff, promoting a learning environment
• Ensure equipment is in good working order

• To maintain accurate records of patient care
• Provide patients and families with information regarding the care and management of their condition Responsible for the control storage and administration of drugs
• Involvement in projects as required
• To carry out nursing duties as requested by senior staff

About us

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the worlds leading healthcare providers. In the UK, were 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. Thats why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Senior Staff Nurse in our ITU Unit youll 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