Paediatric Spinal CNS - The Portland Hospital

HCA Healthcare UK

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Job summary

We're looking for a Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the team at The Portland Hospital, the only independent hospital in the UK entirely dedicated to women and children.

You'll be part of a team that thrives on teamwork, collaboration and support for one another. And, as we offer a huge variety of courses from our own learning academy and external academic providers, our promise to you is that you will feel supported with a great opportunity to grow.

*For a limited time, we are offering a £10,000 welcome bonus to nurses that successfully join the team (T&Cs apply)*

Main duties of the job

As a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Paediatric Spinal Surgery we'll look to you to use your expertise to provide holistic and evidence-based care throughout the Spinal Surgery pathway, working alongside a multi-disciplinary team but also autonomously as you oversee the patient journey. You'll be an advocate for the patient, providing specialist nursing advice and emotional support throughout their journey with us while also driving service development and staff education. You'll need great communication skills to succeed, but if you can bring us the experience were looking for we can offer you the opportunity to be part of a team that is constantly operating at the forefront of clinical innovation.

About us

Why HCA UK?

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 Clinical Nurse Specialist 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

Date posted

03 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

Depending on experience Competitive and £10,000 sign on bonus

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0115-25-0015

Job locations

The Portland Hospital

209 Great Portland Street

London

W1W 5AH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Role: Clinical Nurse Specialist: Paediatric Spinal Surgery

London: The Portland Hospital for Women & Children

Full time: 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri Permanent

Salary:£Competitive + Benefits (pension, health cover, flexible benefits and excellent career development)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Role: Clinical Nurse Specialist: Paediatric Spinal Surgery

London: The Portland Hospital for Women & Children

Full time: 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri Permanent

Salary:£Competitive + Benefits (pension, health cover, flexible benefits and excellent career development)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Childrens Nursing Qualification RN Child or RSCN with valid NMC registration
  • 5 years post registration experience in Childrens nursing
  • First degree in nursing or health related subject
  • Relevant qualification in specialist area with at least 12 months experience
  • Mentorship qualification
  • Basic/Intermediate Paediatric Life Support
  • Experience of audit and research relevant to specialism
  • Knowledge of safeguarding processes, with up to date level 3 Safeguarding qualification
  • Knowledge of clinical governance and managing risk
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Childrens Nursing Qualification RN Child or RSCN with valid NMC registration
  • 5 years post registration experience in Childrens nursing
  • First degree in nursing or health related subject
  • Relevant qualification in specialist area with at least 12 months experience
  • Mentorship qualification
  • Basic/Intermediate Paediatric Life Support
  • Experience of audit and research relevant to specialism
  • Knowledge of safeguarding processes, with up to date level 3 Safeguarding qualification
  • Knowledge of clinical governance and managing risk

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).

Employer details

Employer name

HCA Healthcare UK

Address

The Portland Hospital

209 Great Portland Street

London

W1W 5AH


Employer's website

https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

HCA Healthcare UK

Address

The Portland Hospital

209 Great Portland Street

London

W1W 5AH


Employer's website

https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Alexandra Maslen

alexandra.maslen@hcahealthcare.co.uk

02038600336

Date posted

03 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

Depending on experience Competitive and £10,000 sign on bonus

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0115-25-0015

Job locations

The Portland Hospital

209 Great Portland Street

London

W1W 5AH


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