Staff Nurse - Ward (Bank) inWoking inWoking PUBLISHED FRI 6 DEC 2024

£21 to £21 an hour BANK
GYM NHS NMC PENSION

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Competitive pay rate of up to £21.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Opportunity to work in a close-knit team led by experienced clinical talent, enhancing learning and development.

Flexibility to work on an ad-hoc basis, allowing for a better work-life balance.

Engagement in a consultant-led service, gaining exposure to advanced practices, equipment, and facilities.

Access to a comprehensive benefits package, including holiday in line with the Working Time Directive and discounted gym membership.

Contributing to a not-for-profit healthcare organisation focused on building a healthier nation.

Possibility to gain valuable experience while working collaboratively with practitioners from different departments for improved patient care.

The Staff Nurse - Ward (Bank) position at Nuffield Health's Woking Hospital offers an opportunity to join a dedicated team led by a matron, where you will engage with top clinical talent and benefit from a consultant-led service. As a Staff Nurse, your role will involve providing high-quality patient care, collaborating with colleagues across departments, and demonstrating strong communication skills. Candidates should hold relevant qualifications, be registered with the appropriate governing body (NMC), and possess post-registration experience.

This part-time, bank role offers flexibility as it does not require a set number of hours per week, allowing you to work on an ad-hoc basis. Nuffield Health, as Britain's largest not-for-profit healthcare organisation, emphasises the importance of staff wellbeing, providing a benefits package that includes holiday entitlement, a pension scheme, and discounted gym membership. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare and meet the essential qualifications, this could be a rewarding opportunity for you.

Staff Nurse - Ward (Bank) Woking Hospital | Nursing | Bank | Part Time

Up to £21.00 per hour depending on experience

As a Staff Nurse - Ward, you will:

Be part of a close-knit team headed by our matron.
With our consultant-led service, you will be working directly with some of the best clinical talent around, gaining experience with new practices, equipment and facilities.
You'll interact with practitioners from other departments because you understand the importance of continuity in patient care.

As a Staff Nurse - Ward, you will have:

Have a registration with the appropriate governing body and have the qualifications and experience relevant to your registration, including NMC.
Have post-registration experience.
Be an excellent communicator and team worker - plus be flexible and motivated. Have the ability to fully understand each patient's needs and provide individual attention.

About us
Nuffield Health is Britain's largest not-for-profit healthcare organisation. Join us as an Staff Nurse / Ward RGN in our Woking Hospital and play your part in building a healthier nation.
Nuffield Health is the charity that's building a healthier nation, one day at a time. From award-winning hospitals and leisure facilities to flagship community programmes - we'll do whatever it takes to look after the UK's wellbeing. It starts with passion and commitment to quality. It starts with you.
As a Staff Nurse on the Elective Surgical Ward at our Woking Hospital, you'll drive the standard in patient care. You're registered with the appropriate governing body, plus you bring the qualifications and experience that are relevant to your registration, including NMC. You also have post-registration and post-graduate experience. Whether you are currently in the NHS or a private setting, we're sure you will find your career with us motivating and rewarding. Like all of us at Nuffield Health, you do what you do because you care. Every one of our brilliant people is passionate about making a real difference.
Helping you feel good.
We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive, Access to our Pension Scheme and discounted gym membership at £15.00 a month.
Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability.
Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.
If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role.
Key information about the role.
Applications will be considered as they are received and interviews will be arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close adverts early, for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications. Therefore please apply early to ensure you are considered for the post.
It starts with you.

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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.