Job summary
Inpatients Staff Nurse Gynaecology
London: The Portland Hospital for Women & Children
Full time Permanent contract: 37.5 per week (long days/nights/weekends rotational shifts)
Salary: Competitive dependent on experience
We are recruiting for a Gynae Staff Nurse to join the Inpatients team at The Portland Hospital, currently rated Good by the CQC
Main duties of the job
As a Staff Nurse in the Gynaecology Inpatient ward you will be working to assess, plan, deliver and evaluate high standards of nursing care. You will work within a team, supervising and directing junior staff and deputising for Senior Staff Nurse and Sister in their absence.
To be willing to provide care to women undergoing surgical or medical termination of pregnancy, including direct involvement with induction of the procedure
About us
Internationally renowned for clinical excellence, The Portland Hospital is the No 1 private hospital in the UK, entirely dedicated to women and children. We are proud to have developed a reputation as one of the worlds leading providers of private healthcare, specialising in Obstetrics (Maternity), Women's Health and Paediatrics. We work with over 200 leading consultants from across the world, providing world class service to our customers. Alongside this there is a 12 bedded Gynaecology and Womens Health in-patient ward. The Portland Hospital also has a large outpatient department for all areas of its clinical expertise, to facilitate continuous care or simpler procedures.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To demonstrate good clinical practice at all times and to be accountable for own actions
Assess, plan and deliver care to meet patient and family needs
Undertake extended roles such as IV cannulation, phlebotomy
Contribute to research-based care and other practice development initiatives
Contribute to the setting of clinical standards, policy and procedure
Promote good communication channels amongst staff enhancing good team work
To maintain a safe environment for patients and staff
To deputise for senior staff in their absence, demonstrating leadership and management
Supervise and direct junior staff, promoting a learning environment
Respect and ensure patients privacy and confidentiality
Ensure all patient charges are captured
Chaperoning and assisting medical staff
Fully document all aspects of patient care and maintain accurate records
Provide patients and families with information regarding care and management of their condition
Maintain stock levels of supplies/equipment
To carry out nursing duties as requested by senior staff
Job description
Job responsibilities
To demonstrate good clinical practice at all times and to be accountable for own actions
Assess, plan and deliver care to meet patient and family needs
Undertake extended roles such as IV cannulation, phlebotomy
Contribute to research-based care and other practice development initiatives
Contribute to the setting of clinical standards, policy and procedure
Promote good communication channels amongst staff enhancing good team work
To maintain a safe environment for patients and staff
To deputise for senior staff in their absence, demonstrating leadership and management
Supervise and direct junior staff, promoting a learning environment
Respect and ensure patients privacy and confidentiality
Ensure all patient charges are captured
Chaperoning and assisting medical staff
Fully document all aspects of patient care and maintain accurate records
Provide patients and families with information regarding care and management of their condition
Maintain stock levels of supplies/equipment
To carry out nursing duties as requested by senior staff
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Course/experience relevant to specialist area desirable
- Phlebotomy training desirable
- Good verbal and non verbal communication skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Level 1
- NMC Registration and PREP requirements
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Course/experience relevant to specialist area desirable
- Phlebotomy training desirable
- Good verbal and non verbal communication skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Level 1
- NMC Registration and PREP requirements
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
