Senior Staff Nurse - Cardiac and Radiology Interventional

London - Kensington

Permanent, Full time

A bit about us

Bupa is one of the most well-known and respected healthcare businesses in the world, because what we do matters. From our contact centres to our care homes; health and dental centres to our state of the art hospitals across all four corners of the globe, every part of our operations are dedicated to our purpose of helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives. We pride ourselves on working with brilliant people who put our customers at the heart of everything they do.

About the area you'll be working in

We're an internationally recognised hospital located in the heart of Kensington, London. At the Cromwell Hospital we're committed to providing the highest quality healthcare for our patients. We're one of the preferred health care providers for leading consultants and for both international and local patients alike. We are continuously investing in standards and the technology to keep us at the forefront of clinical advancement.

What you'll be doing

We are looking for an experienced Senior Staff Nurse to join our Angiography Team here at the Bupa Cromwell Hospital. We need someone who can be responsible for the assessment and direct delivery of care and assist in all procedures as appropriate. From time to time, you will be expected to deputise for the Angiography Head of Department and lead by example, showing sound clinical judgement and support for your colleagues. You will also be expected to partake in the departments on-call roster.

What's a typical day?

• To ensure that clinical and administrative procedures are adhered to, and are in line with Hospital policy.
• To ensure that the patient has the correct Integrated Care Pathway, (ICP ), and that the ICP is correctly used and signed and care plans correctly written, updated and evaluated and include all relevant information for each patient.
• To assist in monitoring nursing standards, ensuring that the appropriate care is being given, and that safe standards of practice are maintained
• Liaise with the medical team and all other health care professional to ensure appropriate patient care management.
• To respond to the Consultant users requirements with flexibility and empathy, always maintaining a safe service.
• Contribute to regular unit discussions assisting in the identification of problems and their solutions.
• Maintain all appropriate nursing and patient records and documentation.
• Participate and contribute to on-going staff training and assist with the orientation of new staff within the department

Who we're looking for?

• Registered Nurse with NMC Pin
• Mentorship course would be desirable
• Appropriate experience working in a Nursing role within a Cardiac and Radiology Interventional setting
• Good communicator/ interpersonal skills.
• Good verbal and written skills.
• Problem solving/decision making.
• Caring, confident, competent, discreet, assertive, compassionate, and sensitive.

What's it like to work here?

We want people to 'love working here', so much so that's it's at the top of our agenda and something you'll hear a lot about here at Bupa. We offer our people a great range of benefits, many of which are flexible and can be tailored to suit what's most important to you. We're a healthcare company so there's a huge focus on our people's health and wellbeing, supported by a healthy work-life balance and workplaces which are friendly, appealing spaces to support you to be at your best.

We're an inclusive organisation that celebrates diversity and welcomes everyone - all talents and backgrounds. Bupa strives to make sure that every applicant is assessed solely on the basis of personal merit and qualifications, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. If you'd like to learn more, please visit www.bupa.com