About this role
Job summary
Join one of Londons leading Intensive Therapy Units and take your critical care career to the next level.
At London Bridge Hospital, youll care for some of the most complex medical, surgical and cardiac patients while working alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes.
Our 28-bedded Intensive Therapy Unit offers exposure to advanced therapies, cutting-edge technology and specialist interventions in a fast-paced, supportive environment. Youll work closely with experienced Critical Care Nurses, Consultant Intensivists and specialist teams, providing evidence-based, compassionate care to critically ill patients and supporting their families through complex care journeys.
Located in the heart of central London, with excellent transport links via London Bridge Station, this is an exciting opportunity to develop your expertise, broaden your clinical experience and progress your career within a world-renowned private healthcare organisation. If you are passionate about critical care and strive for clinical excellence, London Bridge Hospital offers the support, training and opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals.
Come and be part of a team where innovation, collaboration and outstanding patient care are at the heart of everything we do
Main duties of the job
As a Staff Nurse within our Intensive Therapy Unit, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality care to critically ill patients with complex medical, surgical and cardiac needs. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will monitor and assess patients, respond to changing clinical conditions and contribute to the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care.
You will support patients and their families throughout their critical care journey, ensuring excellent communication and a compassionate approach at all times. This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced technologies and specialist treatments while developing your clinical knowledge and critical care skills.
You will also contribute to maintaining the highest standards of patient safety, quality improvement and professional practice within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated nurse who is passionate about critical care and is looking to further develop their career within one of London's leading private hospitals.
About us
At HCA Healthcare UK, we are united by a simple purpose: the care and improvement of human life. As one of the UKs leading private healthcare providers, we combine world-class facilities, leading consultants and exceptional nursing care to deliver outstanding outcomes for our patients.
London Bridge Hospital is renowned for clinical excellence and innovation, offering a supportive and collaborative environment where colleagues are encouraged to develop, grow and fulfil their potential. Our teams are passionate about delivering personalised care, placing patients and their families at the centre of everything we do.
The Intensive Therapy Unit is a dynamic and highly skilled department where teamwork, professionalism and continuous learning are highly valued. You will work alongside experienced healthcare professionals who are committed to supporting one another and maintaining the highest standards of patient care.
In return, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including private healthcare, pension contributions, funded training and development opportunities, wellbeing support, generous annual leave and access to a range of employee discounts. Whether you are looking to further your critical care expertise or take the next step in your career, London Bridge Hospital provides an environment where you can thrive and make a real difference every day
Job description Job responsibilities
We are seeking a compassionate, motivated and highly professional Staff Nurse to join our Intensive Therapy Unit at London Bridge Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to work within one of London's leading private hospitals, caring for patients with complex medical, surgical and cardiac conditions within a dynamic critical care environment.
As a Staff Nurse within the ITU, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will play a key role in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care for critically ill patients, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality and clinical excellence are maintained at all times.
This role offers exposure to advanced therapies, specialist interventions and innovative technologies, providing excellent opportunities for both professional development and career progression.
Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver safe, effective and evidence-based nursing care to critically ill patients.Undertake comprehensive patient assessments and continuously monitor patient conditions.Develop, implement and evaluate individualised care plans in partnership with the wider multidisciplinary team.Recognise and respond promptly to changes in patient condition, escalating concerns appropriately.Safely manage and administer medications and intravenous therapies in accordance with hospital policies and professional standards.Operate and monitor specialist critical care equipment and technologies.Maintain accurate, timely and comprehensive patient records.Support patients and their families through complex and challenging care journeys, providing clear communication and emotional support.Participate in multidisciplinary ward rounds, handovers and care planning discussions.Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits and service development activities.Ensure compliance with professional, regulatory and organisational standards.Promote patient safety, infection prevention and risk management best practices.Actively participate in ongoing professional development, training and competency programmes.Support and contribute to a positive team culture that values collaboration, respect and continuous learning.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse with current NMC registration. Previous experience working in an Intensive Care Unit Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Commitment to delivering outstanding patient care. Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Desirable
Critical Care Course qualification 30 or 60 Credits Mentorship, teaching or supervisory experience. Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies. Knowledge of ECMO
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).
Employer details Employer name HCA Healthcare UK
Address London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)