Staff Nurse - Ward - Cheltenham - Bank

Nuffield Health, the UK's largest not for profit healthcare provider, is looking for a Staff Nurse at the Cheltenham Hospital.

Cotswold Ward consists of 32 beds for patients undergoing a wide range of surgical procedures. With a mix of both inpatients & day cases, each day is varied and brings new challenges. The friendly nursing team consists of nurses with a background of all different surgical specialties and there is a culture of strong team work and supporting each other.

The ward team pride themselves on high standards and are committed to ensuring patients have the best possible experience during their stay at the Cheltenham Hospital.

Informal visits are welcomed, get in touch with Daen Fox to arrange. Daen can be reached on Daen.Fox@nuffieldhealth.com

Responsibilities of a Staff Nurse

• Combine a passion for delivering excellent patient care, with the ability to manage varied and interesting caseloads.
• Reassure and encourage patients while also having the clinical skills to take part in procedures and recovery.
• Have exposure to a wide range of procedures, requiring all your skills and experience.
• Fully understand each case from a technical and personal viewpoint.
• Instinctively meet patient's needs, giving them and their families the comfort and reassurance they need when they are at their most vulnerable.
• Interact with practitioners from other areas because you understand the importance of continuity in patient care.
• Perform various clinical procedures including phlebotomy wound care and assisting in our Minor Operations Room.

Our Ideal Staff Nurse will:

• Have a registration with the appropriate governing body and have qualifications and experience relevant to your registration, including NMC.
• Be enthusiastic, highly motivated and keen to embrace new ideas.
• Be an excellent communicator and team worker & flexible with regards to shift patterns.
• Have the ability to fully understand each patient's needs and provide individual attention.
• Phlebotomy Experience

Our Benefits

• Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive.
• Access to our Pension Scheme.
• Discounted gym membership at £15.00 a month that they need to set up directly with the club. Discount does not extend to partners and family members.

Salary - £15 per hour

Cheltenham

Work shifts can be between 8-8 Monday to Friday and occasional Saturday mornings.