Ward Sister/Charge Nurse Orthopaedics

Sister/Charge Nurse -Orthopaedics/Spinal
London: The Princess Grace Hospital  
Full time: 37.5 hours per week  
Shift times: Monday – Sunday (flexibility to work long days, Nights & weekends)  

Permanent contract:  
Salary: Competitive (DOE) plus 9% shift allowance  

We’re looking for a Sister/Charge Nurse to join our Inpatients Ortho Team at the Princess Grace Hospital, currently rated “Good” by the CQC.  

As a Sister / Charge Nurse for Orthopaedics, you will provide effective leadership, expertise, advice and support to the team.  

You will take responsibility for the running of the ward in the absence of the Ward Manager, ensuring effective rostering of staff and effective use of the resources available.  

You will ensure the highest standards of care to patients and families are achieved on a 24-hour basis. 

Situated in the heart of London's world-renowned medical district, The Princess Grace Hospital is recognised as one of the best-equipped multidisciplinary private hospitals in the capital. Our dedicated and highly trained team is committed to delivering an exemplary standard of clinical care across all specialties.  

The Princess Grace Hospital has 127 registered beds, including 90 inpatient, 21 day case, 8 endoscopy, an urgent care unit and a Level 3 intensive care unit containing 9 beds, with 24-hour consultant cover and a high dependency unit.   

The hospital also has a several specialised centres, including; The London Breast Institute, recognised as one of the best private breast screening and diagnostic treatment centres in the UK; the London Digestive Centre, a highly specialised outpatient facility offering diagnoses and treatments for all conditions of the stomach, small and large intestines, liver, pancreas, and bile ducts; and The Institute of Sport Exercise and Health, a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to sport and exercise medicine.  

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.    

What you’ll bring:   

• NMC Registered Nurse  

• Strong experience in a surgical setting with experience in Orthopaedics/ spinal surgery/neuro surgery.  

• Evidence of further education including post-graduate certification/diploma/Continuous Professional development  

• Management skills and Leadership or management training  

• Basic Life Support  

• Mentorship / Preceptorship of junior staff  

• Demonstrable experience of managing budgets 

Why HCA UK?  

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re 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. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Sister/Charge Nurse you’ll 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  

Diversity and Inclusion  

Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.  

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.  

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