Job summary
Staff Nurse Ward
Full Time 37.5 Day & Night Rotation
The role
At Ramsay Health Care UK, we know our people are our most important asset. Join us as a Staff Nurse on our Ward team, and together, youll deliver the highest quality clinical outcomes in an environment where youll have more time to care.
Youll be valued for your skills and expertise, and have the chance to build on them through our Ramsay Academy too. We put the patient at the heart of everything we do as our Speaking Up for Safety programme proves.
Main duties of the job
Join us as a Staff Nurse on our Ward team, and together, youll deliver the highest quality clinical outcomes in an environment where youll have more time to care.
About us
Were Ramsay Health Care UK. With 35 hospitals, 7,600 staff and 200,000 patients treated every year, were one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. We deliver a wide and comprehensive range of specialised clinical services from routine to complex surgery, day case procedures, cancer care, diagnostic services and physiotherapy. In addition, we also have our three standalone decontamination units which are essential to supporting our clinical outcomes. 94% of our facilities are rated Good by the CQC, and we are extremely proud of the high quality of our staff as well as excellent relationships with doctors and our strong, longstanding partnership with the NHS.
Were part of a global hospital group with over 50 years experience that operates in 11 countries across the world. As people caring for people, our ethos helps make a huge difference in the lives of millions. We know that our people are our most important asset to our organisation, and are the key to our success and continuing growth.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Act in a professional manner at all times when dealing with internal and external customers
- Promote the company in a positive manner both internally and externally
- Demonstrate a good work ethic that includes punctuality, integrity, respect of others and a commitment to professional practice
- Adhere to Ramsay policies and procedures
- Be responsible and accountable for own designated responsibilities
- Participate in the annual Performance Development Review process
- Undertake reasonable training and development in order to retain and improve upon existing skills
- Treat all customers with respect and equality whilst meeting all aspects of our services in a timely and professional manner
- Recognise and tolerate individual differences in others including gender, sexual preferences, age, disability and culture in line with Ramsay Health Care Equal Opportunities and Dignity at Work policies
- Maintain communication networks with key senior managers, staff and other stakeholders so that quality business outcomes are achieved
- Dress and personal presentation reflect the requirements of the Ramsay Health Care Dress Code Promote the services and people of the hospital to both internal and external clients
- Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and within a team structure
- Behave in a friendly and supportive manner to other employees Work collaboratively and cooperatively with all members of the team Resolves any workplace conflict in a professional manner through the correct organisational processes
- Assist new members of staff to effectively perform their role Demonstrate good communication skills
- Liaise with colleagues and stakeholders and report outcomes or needs to the relevant manager or team leader
- Attend departmental meetings and read relevant communications while contributing to improving standards of services in line with the needs of the business
- Deliver a high standard of individualised patient care, being sensitive to patients needs for dignity and privacy
- Ensures that the agreed standards of patient care and confidentiality are maintained in accordance with Ramsay policies Adhere to NMC code of conduct and guidelines
- Promote best practice in line with organisational policies and procedures Be involved and support quality projects being undertaken in the department and the organisation
- Ensure safety of self and others in the workplace adhering to relevant Ramsay Health Care Health and Safety policies Undertake local workplace health and safety training including induction and mandatory training sessions
- Emergency Procedures Participates in and contribute to health and safety to ensure a safe work environment for clients, community, staff and visitors
- Report all incidents and hazards utilising the appropriate reporting procedures and mechanisms
- All job holders have a duty and are expected to comply with Ramsay infection control policies and best practice guidelines. Those with managerial responsibilities are expected to ensure that staff have the infrastructure, resources, and teaching and training required to encourage compliance with infection control policies and best practice guidelines.
- Responsible for adhering to the Companys Risk Management policies Responsible for adhering to the Companys policies on Confidentiality and Information Security whether in paper form or electronic. All job holders are required to act with Data Protection and Information Security in mind. If you are ever in any doubt, please ask your line manager before disclosing data to anyone for any reason
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Act in a professional manner at all times when dealing with internal and external customers
- Promote the company in a positive manner both internally and externally
- Demonstrate a good work ethic that includes punctuality, integrity, respect of others and a commitment to professional practice
- Adhere to Ramsay policies and procedures
- Be responsible and accountable for own designated responsibilities
- Participate in the annual Performance Development Review process
- Undertake reasonable training and development in order to retain and improve upon existing skills
- Treat all customers with respect and equality whilst meeting all aspects of our services in a timely and professional manner
- Recognise and tolerate individual differences in others including gender, sexual preferences, age, disability and culture in line with Ramsay Health Care Equal Opportunities and Dignity at Work policies
- Maintain communication networks with key senior managers, staff and other stakeholders so that quality business outcomes are achieved
- Dress and personal presentation reflect the requirements of the Ramsay Health Care Dress Code Promote the services and people of the hospital to both internal and external clients
- Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and within a team structure
- Behave in a friendly and supportive manner to other employees Work collaboratively and cooperatively with all members of the team Resolves any workplace conflict in a professional manner through the correct organisational processes
- Assist new members of staff to effectively perform their role Demonstrate good communication skills
- Liaise with colleagues and stakeholders and report outcomes or needs to the relevant manager or team leader
- Attend departmental meetings and read relevant communications while contributing to improving standards of services in line with the needs of the business
- Deliver a high standard of individualised patient care, being sensitive to patients needs for dignity and privacy
- Ensures that the agreed standards of patient care and confidentiality are maintained in accordance with Ramsay policies Adhere to NMC code of conduct and guidelines
- Promote best practice in line with organisational policies and procedures Be involved and support quality projects being undertaken in the department and the organisation
- Ensure safety of self and others in the workplace adhering to relevant Ramsay Health Care Health and Safety policies Undertake local workplace health and safety training including induction and mandatory training sessions
- Emergency Procedures Participates in and contribute to health and safety to ensure a safe work environment for clients, community, staff and visitors
- Report all incidents and hazards utilising the appropriate reporting procedures and mechanisms
- All job holders have a duty and are expected to comply with Ramsay infection control policies and best practice guidelines. Those with managerial responsibilities are expected to ensure that staff have the infrastructure, resources, and teaching and training required to encourage compliance with infection control policies and best practice guidelines.
- Responsible for adhering to the Companys Risk Management policies Responsible for adhering to the Companys policies on Confidentiality and Information Security whether in paper form or electronic. All job holders are required to act with Data Protection and Information Security in mind. If you are ever in any doubt, please ask your line manager before disclosing data to anyone for any reason
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Adult Nursing or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working within a surgical ward
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Adult Nursing or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working within a surgical ward
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
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).