Outpatients Nurse - Up to £35,000 (Pro Rata) - Private Cosmetic Clinic - Part time - 3 days a week - Solihull Area
About Us
Join this well-established Private Cosmetic Surgery Hospital located in Solihull. They pride themselves on providing top-tier cosmetic surgery services with a focus on patient care and surgical excellence.
Role Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Outpatients Nurse to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on cosmetic surgery. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to providing exceptional patient care and demonstrate a thorough understanding of wound care. As a Nurse, you will play a vital role in assessing patient needs, implementing care plans, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure the highest standards of care.
Outpatients Nurse Key Responsibilities
* Attend clinics as per rota supplied.
* Assure the operational running of the clinic, including time keeping, etiquette, and process.
* Ensure all key paperwork is completed for each clinic.
* Coordinate the surgeon, doctor, and audiologist to ensure requirements are met.
* Follow admission protocols to ensure only patients meeting criteria are safely selected for surgery.
* Escalate concerns to medical practitioners immediately (in writing) and obtain responses for patient files.
* Perform any pre-operative screening, testing, and paperwork as required.
* Work flexibly, covering evenings and weekends as planned.
* Learn and develop skills in pre- and post-operative wound care and theatre care practices.
* Develop and become competent in venepuncture.
* Audit compliance with all CQC regulated outcomes.
* Adhere to national legislation (Health and Social Care Act, Health and Safety at Work Act) and take action where standards are not in place.
* Participate in training and education programmes for staff of all levels when required.
* Ensure that risk assessments are suitable and sufficient.
* Lead by example and foster a clinical culture of best practice beyond national standards.
* Regulating Commissioner
* Infection Control
Outpatients Nurse Skills & Experience
* Fully conversant with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and national guidelines.
* Take responsibility for personal/professional development and mandatory training.
* Regularly assess and evaluate practice via audit and implement change collaboratively.
* Maintain professional, contemporaneous records at all times.
* Participate in personal development review.
* Maintain high standards of personal behaviour and effective communication with team members, patients, and relatives.
* Have union/insurance cover (e.g., RCN membership).
* Train for and potentially assume Laser Protection Supervisor role.
* Proven experience in nursing preferred (newly qualified nurses encouraged to apply).
* Strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology essential for patient care.
* Previous patient care experience advantageous.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
* Compassionate approach with empathy and understanding.
Outpatients Nurse Qualifications
* Registered Nurse with current license.
* Minimum 1–2 years experience in clinical/hospital setting (outpatient + inpatient preferred).
* Excellent communication and multitasking abilities.
* Flexibility to rotate between departments and adapt to patient needs.
Please Note
They are unable to offer sponsorship or visa support for this role. Flexibility and local living are essential due to the nature of the shifts.
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