About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our dynamic Outpatients team! We are looking for a friendly, flexible and motivated Staff Nurse to join our forward thinking Outpatients Department in Canterbury based in the Kent and Canterbury hospital. Working closely with our fantastic nursing team and consultants, you will play a key role in supporting patients who access our consultant led clinics, minor surgery and clinical procedures and pre-operative assessment services. Our department delivers high quality care across a broad range of specialities including Ophthalmology, Gynaecology. Urology. ENT, Orthopaedics , Dermatology, Paediatrics and General Surgery.
Interview Date: Week Commencing 26th May 2025
Main duties of the job
Registered Nurse 1st Level Evidence of continual professional development Demonstrates a patient focus approach Experience in a surgical/medical environment with a knowledge and understanding of surgical/medical procedures Commitment to professional development. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team Able to cope under pressure. Committed to providing a quality clinical service
About us
What We Offer
The opportunity to work with a friendly, supportive and innovative team.
Exposure to a wide range of specialities, maintaining and developing valuable clinical skills.
A workplace culture that encourages professional growth and continuous learning.
the change to make a real difference in a caring, patient-focused environment.
If you are passionate about delivering excellent care and want to be part of a collaborative team where your contribution is truly valued, we would love to hear from you! Apply now and help us CREATE exceptional experiences for every patient, everyday.
Our principle sites are in Margate, Ashford and Canterbury. The role is based in Canterbury predominately, with occassional travel to other sites (Ashford, Margate or Deal).
Out teams work in a supportive, inclusive environment which nurtures wellbeing and has opportunities for development and progression. We do not just care for our patients, we also care for you.
We offer enhancements for Saturdays and any work between 8pm and 7.30 am on weekdays at time + 30% of your basic salary rate. For Sundays and Bank Holidays, we offer at time + 60% of your basic salary.
Job description Job responsibilities
To contribute to the maintenance of patient care standards and to assist with the implementation of changes to care delivery systems, methods and nursing practice in order to bring about improvements in the quality of care
To contribute to the development and implementation of nursing standards which reflect customer requirements and professional best practice
Carry out planned care for a group of patients without direct supervision providing individualised patient care
Provide professional leadership, advice and guidance within the team, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team
Assist and advise staff both registered and unregistered in the delivery of patient care
Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records in line with professional standards
Have responsibility for the administration and custody of medicines in line with Spencer Private Hospitals (SPH) policy and professional standards
Assist in the maintenance of professional standards, highlighting to the line manager when standards are not seen to be met
Uphold the corporate values of SPH
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Proven experience within the outpatients department and in a surgical/ medical environment with a knowledge and understanding of surgical/medical procedures. Delivery of evidence based practice. Demonstrates a patient focus.
Skills Essential
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent employee relations track record Commitment to professional development Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team Computer skills Good time management skills Venepuncture Recording of ECGs
Desirable
Participation in research Counselling Skills
Personal Attriuties/ Other Essential
Tactful Caring and friendly personality Able to cope under pressure Committed to providing a high quality clinical service. Clean and tidy presentation Ability to work under pressure Excellent communication skills Excellent team work and organisational skills Flexibility in hours to suit the departments needs
Desirable
Ability to travel to other sites when required
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse 1st level. Evidence of continual professional development.
Desirable
Teaching and Assessing Course or equivalent.
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 Spencer Private Hospitals Ltd
Address Spencer Private Hospitals Limited
Kent and Canterbury Hospital, Ethelbert Road
Canterbury
Kent
CT1 3NG
Employer's website https://www.spencerprivatehospitals.com/ (Opens in a new tab)