HCA Healthcare UK – World’s largest private acute and complex care hospital group and winners of 'The Best Private Healthcare provider 2016' and 'Best International Cancer Services' provider 2016

The Harley Street Clinic is one of the most prestigious and respected private hospitals in London, specialising in complex, cancer, cardiac and neuroscience, care for both adults and children. With the most advanced medical equipment and the largest private paediatric ICU in the country, it’s no surprise we attract some of the finest specialist consultants from many of London's major teaching hospitals.

As part of the team the successful applicant will have access to all of HCA Healthcare UK's fantastic benefits. On top of this the successful candidate will work within an established organization based in one of London’s most renowned medical locations and known worldwide for its outstanding service.

Job Description

As the Urology Staff Nurse you will ensure the delivery of a quality and research-based service to our patients, their families and Consultants.

This is a full time role working 37.5hrs per week (Mon-Fri - mixed shift patterns Mon-Fri, mixed shifts (8-16.00; 9-17.00; 11-19.00 or 12-20.00)

Salary between £31,630 and £36,078 plus benefits (dependent on experience)

Duties & Responsibilities

• To demonstrate excellent clinical practice at all times and to be accountable for own actions
• Assess, plan and deliver care to meet patient and family needs
• Undertake extended roles such as phlebotomy, catheterisation, and pre and post operative care of urological patients.
• Contribute to research based care and other practice development initiatives 
• Contribute to the setting of clinical standards, policies and procedures
• Promote good communication channels amongst staff enhancing good team work
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff
• Deputise for senior staff in their absence, demonstrating leadership skills
• Supervise and direct junior staff, promoting a learning environment
• Respect and ensure patients privacy and confidentiality
• Ensure all patient charges are captured
• Provide chaperone service and assist medical staff with clinical procedures
• Undertake daily checks of equipment and report when faulty 
• Fully document all aspects of patient care and maintain accurate records 
• Provide patients and families with information regarding care and management of their condition
• Maintain stock levels of supplies/equipment
• Carry out nursing duties as requested by senior staff
• Administrative duties as required

Skills & Experience

• Registered Nurse Level 1
• NMC Registration and meet PREP requirements
• Experience relevant to specialist area desirable
• Phlebotomy training
• Knowledge of relevant hospital policies and procedures
• Manual Handling training
• ILS desirable

About The Individual

The successful candidate will be confident, proactive and demonstrate a desire to improve on their existing skill base to add value to the department. They will be keen to develop both clinically and will pride themselves on having a passion for delivering customer service and a desire to provide an exceptional patient experience.