Opportunity to work with complex post-operative oncology surgical patients, enhancing specialized nursing skills.
Comprehensive orientation period with a named mentor and practice educator, ensuring effective onboarding.
Exposure to various gynaecology specialities and day surgery units, broadening scope of practice.
Supportive work environment that prioritizes respect, dignity, and professional development.
Collaboration with leading clinicians in a vibrant team focused on excellence in patient care.
Flexible working options, including part-time or job share availability to accommodate individual needs.
Access to various benefits such as career development programs, staff recognition schemes, and wellness initiatives.
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a dedicated Staff Nurse for its Victor Bonney Ward in London, where delivering exceptional patient care is a top priority. The role involves caring for complex post-operative oncology surgical patients, as well as those in various stages of gynaecological care. The ideal candidate will have ward-based nursing experience and a strong desire to enhance their skills in areas such as stoma and pain management, patient rehabilitation, and pre-operative assessments. New staff will benefit from a structured orientation period, mentorship, and opportunities to rotate across different specialties, all within a supportive team environment that emphasises respect, dignity, and innovation.
Candidates can expect to take on responsibilities that include assessing and planning patient care, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and supporting the Ward Manager in ensuring safety and quality care. The Trust offers various benefits, including career development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and staff recognition schemes. Prospective applicants are encouraged to reach out for informal visits or further details about the position.
Candidates can expect to take on responsibilities that include assessing and planning patient care, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and supporting the Ward Manager in ensuring safety and quality care. The Trust offers various benefits, including career development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and staff recognition schemes. Prospective applicants are encouraged to reach out for informal visits or further details about the position.
Opportunity to work with complex post-operative oncology surgical patients, enhancing specialized nursing skills.
Comprehensive orientation period with a named mentor and practice educator, ensuring effective onboarding.
Exposure to various gynaecology specialities and day surgery units, broadening scope of practice.
Supportive work environment that prioritizes respect, dignity, and professional development.
Collaboration with leading clinicians in a vibrant team focused on excellence in patient care.
Flexible working options, including part-time or job share availability to accommodate individual needs.
Access to various benefits such as career development programs, staff recognition schemes, and wellness initiatives.
We are fully dedicated to ensuring that our patients receive the highest quality care within our service and we are seeking nurses who share this commitment in delivering exceptional patient care and take pride in their work. This was very evident in our latest ward accreditation programme scores.
Our values prioritize treating all patients, customers, and colleagues with respect and dignity, and we the Victor Bonney team are looking for individuals who strive for excellence and innovation in everything they do and build a firm foundation of experience by working with a friendly, professional and encouraging team.
If you decide to join us, you will have the opportunity to work with complex post-operative oncology surgical patients, step down patients from critical care unit, termination of pregnancy, complex early pregnancy patients, and day surgery patients and enhance your surgical and gynaecological nursing skills in a supportive environment.
You will have a planned, well-supported orientation period with a named band 6 mentor and our practice educator. This will ensure you have enough time to get familiar with our patient group, pathway and caseload.
You will also have opportunity to rotate to different gynaecology specialities, day surgery unit to expand your knowledge and skills in gynaecological and oncology nursing.
Working in gynaecology will help you to develop and expand your skills further in stoma management, pain management, patient rehabilitation and education, pre-operative assessment clinics and complex discharge planning.
We welcome nurses who have a ward based experience and looking forward to expand their skills in surgical nursing.
We welcome you to have an informal walk around our Victor Bonney Ward.
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.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Beena K Mathew Job title: Deputy Lead Nurse Email address:
Our values prioritize treating all patients, customers, and colleagues with respect and dignity, and we the Victor Bonney team are looking for individuals who strive for excellence and innovation in everything they do and build a firm foundation of experience by working with a friendly, professional and encouraging team.
If you decide to join us, you will have the opportunity to work with complex post-operative oncology surgical patients, step down patients from critical care unit, termination of pregnancy, complex early pregnancy patients, and day surgery patients and enhance your surgical and gynaecological nursing skills in a supportive environment.
You will have a planned, well-supported orientation period with a named band 6 mentor and our practice educator. This will ensure you have enough time to get familiar with our patient group, pathway and caseload.
You will also have opportunity to rotate to different gynaecology specialities, day surgery unit to expand your knowledge and skills in gynaecological and oncology nursing.
Working in gynaecology will help you to develop and expand your skills further in stoma management, pain management, patient rehabilitation and education, pre-operative assessment clinics and complex discharge planning.
We welcome nurses who have a ward based experience and looking forward to expand their skills in surgical nursing.
We welcome you to have an informal walk around our Victor Bonney Ward.
- To develop and maintain the highest specialised nursing care to all patients undergoing gynaecological investigations and procedures, providing a high level of information and support.
- To be responsible for all aspects of patient care including the assessment, planning, deliver and evaluation of direct patient care of patients on the ward and in the Day Unit.
- To liaise appropriately with all key members of the multidisciplinary team and services users related to Victor Bonney Ward and Day-Unit
- To support the Ward Manager and Senior Staff Nurses to monitor the safety and quality of care for patients.
- In the absence of the Ward Manager and Senior Staff Nurses, be responsible for the day-to-day management of the ward.
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.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Beena K Mathew Job title: Deputy Lead Nurse Email address:
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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.
2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.
Clinical Skills:
1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.
2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.
3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.
4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.
5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.
6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).
Soft Skills:
1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.
2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.
5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Skills:
1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.
2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.
3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).
Continuing Professional Development:
1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.
Employment Considerations:
1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.
2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.
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