Job summary
Were looking for a Senior Staff Nurse to join the team on our Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at The Portland Hospital, currently rated Good by the CQC and the UKs only private hospital dedicated to the healthcare needs of women and children. Our modern, 14 bed PICU has been operational since November 2011 and offers cutting-edge treatment using the latest technology and has the support of a specialised team of Consultant Paediatric Intensivists 24/7, ensuring our team has all the tools they need to deliver truly exceptional care.
Main duties of the job
As a Senior Staff Nurse on our Paediatric Intensive Care unit youll take responsibility for the unit in the absence of the Sister/Charge nurse while developing, implementing and evaluating holistic care plans for children in partnership with the wider multidisciplinary team. Well look to you to act as a role model and mentor to our junior/student nurses while using those same interpersonal skills to develop long standing relationships with children and their families. Above all else, youll be part of a close team that champions collaboration, support and growth. Offering 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.
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 Senior Staff Nurse on our Paediatric Intensive Care unit youll be eligible for:
1. 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
2. Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
3. Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
4. Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
5. Group Life Assurance from day one
6. Critical illness cover
7. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
8. Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
9. Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
10. Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Job description
Job responsibilities
Senior Staff Nurse: Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)London: The Portland Hospital for Women & ChildrenFull hours per weekPermanentShift times:Monday Sunday (flexibility required to work long days, Nights & weekends) Salary:£Competitive + Benefits (pension, health cover, flexible benefits and excellent career development)
Job Description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
11. - NMC Child Registered Nurse (RN Child / RSCN) with immediate paediatric life support
12. - Post Graduate experience working in a PICU setting
13. - Understanding of Safeguarding issues
14. - Teaching and mentoring experience desirable
15. - Completion of a PICU Course that is equivalent to 60 credits
16. - Excellent clinical governance and experience with audits
17. - Experience of supervising and assessing students and shift leading is desirable