Staff Nurse - Outpatients
Location: The Wilmslow Hospital, 52-54 Alderley Rd, Cheshire.
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: Mon-Sat (early shift: 07:30am-15:30am. Late Shift: 13:00pm-21:00pm)
Salary: Up to £35,000 depending on experience + 4% shift enhancement
Please note, applications for this role are to close on Friday 13th June, 2025.
An exciting opportunity awaits enthusiastic and dedicated Staff Nurse with strong communication skills to join the dynamic Outpatient Nursing Team at The Wilmslow Hospital.
At the Wilmslow Hospital, we provide advanced diagnostic and treatment services using cutting-edge technology, including a 3T MRI scanner and 2 state-of-the-art laminar flow theatres, Ward with 5 en suite rooms 3 for day case procedures. Our facility includes 13 consulting rooms, minor treatment room, pre-op assessment and a comprehensive diagnostic imaging suite, and a dedicated women’s health unit.
The Outpatient Department supports a wide range of specialties, offering excellent opportunities for professional development.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and monitoring vital signs.
2. Assisting with minor procedures (such as hysteroscopies, shave excisions, biopsys etc…), diagnostic tests, and clinical interventions.
3. Supporting consultants during outpatient clinics and ensuring smooth patient flow.
4. Maintaining accurate and timely documentation of patient care and clinical activities.
5. Preparing clinic rooms and ensuring all equipment is clean, functional, and ready for use.
6. Upholding patient dignity, privacy, and comfort throughout their visit.
7. Providing clear health education and post-treatment advice to patients and their families.
8. Acting as a chaperone during consultations and procedures when required.
9. Responding promptly to medical emergencies and supporting the crash team as needed.
10. Adhering to infection prevention and control protocols, including decontamination of instruments.
11. Managing stock levels and ensuring the safe and efficient use of clinical supplies.
12. Collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care.
13. Participating in audits, training, and continuous professional development activities.
14. Escalating concerns or changes in patient condition to senior staff appropriately.
15. Maintain strict confidentiality in all patient and staff interactions.
16. Report concerns promptly to the Head of Department or Matron.
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.
Person Specification
Essential:
17. Registered Nurse with active NMC registration.
18. Previous experience in a healthcare setting, ideally within Outpatients.
19. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
20. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
21. Commitment to personal and professional development
22. Flexible and responsive to change.
23. The ability to be flexible with working patterns, around the needs of the service.
Desirable:
24. Teaching and mentoring skills
25. Phlebotomy skills
26. Previous Outpatient experience.
27. Wound care experience.
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 Staff Nurse, you’ll be eligible for:
28. 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
29. Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
30. Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
31. Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
32. Group Life Assurance from day one
33. Critical illness cover
34. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
35. Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
36. Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
37. 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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