Clinical Nurse Specialist – Orthopaedics
HCA Healthcare UK – The Princess Grace Hospital, London
Job Details
* Full-time: 37.5 hours per week
* Shifts: 8-4 / 10-6
* Permanent contract
* Salary: Competitive
About the Hospital
Located in the heart of London, The Princess Grace Hospital is rated “Good” by the CQC and is recognised for its advanced surgical services and patient‑centred care. Our orthopaedic department specialises in complex inpatient surgery, including hip, knee, shoulder, ankle and sports injuries, supported by modern facilities and a highly skilled multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities
As an Orthopaedic Clinical Nurse Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in delivering expert, patient‑focused care across the entire pathway. Day‑to‑day, you’ll coordinate elective orthopaedic pathways from referral to discharge, run nurse‑led clinics, support consultants during ward rounds and MDTs, and lead patient education through joint school and post‑op follow‑up. You’ll be the trusted point of contact for patients and families, ensuring a seamless experience and driving quality improvements across the service.
Qualifications
* NMC registration with an Orthopaedic course
* Strong clinical assessment and autonomous decision‑making skills
* Proven experience across elective surgical pathways
* Clear communication with patients, consultants and MDTs
* Organised approach to managing workload and patient flow
* Completed relevant postgraduate module (level 6 or 7)
Benefits
* 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays), increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave
* 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
* Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits
* Discounts with over 800 major retailers
About HCA UK
HCA UK is one of the world’s leading healthcare providers, founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist. We’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare in the UK and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group means we can offer unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise your mental and physical wellbeing.
Culture and Values
We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us brings. Our mission is simple: Above all else, we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life. To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values – Unique and Individual, Kindness and Compassion, Honesty, Integrity and Fairness, Loyalty, Respect and Dignity. We believe everyone should feel comfortable bringing their full self to work and offer reasonable adjustments.
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