Ward Sister/Charge Nurse
Job Description
Job summary
We are looking for a Ward Sister to join our established team at West Midlands Hospital and be part of our exciting journey. You will be delivering exceptional standards of clinical care to our surgical patients working with a dedicated team and directly reporting to the Ward Manager. You will also have the opportunity to broaden your nursing experience by managing a varied surgical case mix.
Main duties of the job
You will be expected to use your excellent clinical and evidenced based knowledge to actively contribute to service development across the perioperative pathway, identifying opportunities and supporting individuals in the delivery of high quality patient care and be responsible for the running of the department in the absence of the ward manager, in turn fostering a culture that is positive, free from blame and forward thinking while supporting staff to meet their goals.
About us
Ramsay Health Care was established in 1964 and has grown to become a global hospital group operating over 100 hospitals and day surgery facilities across Australia, the United Kingdom, Indonesia and France. Ramsay Health Care is well-respected in the health care industry for operating quality private hospitals and for its excellent record in hospital management and patient care. These features help to attract leading health care practitioners to work in our facilities. Ramsay Health Care UK is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England, with a network of 33 acute hospitals. These provide a wide and comprehensive range of specialised and efficient clinical specialties from orthopaedics and general surgery, to cardiac surgery and Eye Surgery. Recognised by all major medical insurers, Ramsay offers fast, convenient, effective and high quality treatment for all patients, whether medically insured, self-pay, or from the increasing number referred by the NHS. Ramsay Health Care has launched a unique service for private patients, Premium Care. This is available to all patients using private medical insurance or funding their own treatment and aims to set the standard for private healthcare. It offers the highest standards of clinical care combined with superior hotel services and the flexibility of a personal service tailored to your needs.
Job responsibilities
Ward Sister/Charge Nurse We are looking for a Ward Sister to join our established team at West Midlands Hospital and be part of our exciting journey. You will be delivering exceptional standards of clinical care to our surgical patients working with a dedicated team and directly reporting to the Ward Manager. You will also have the opportunity to broaden your nursing experience by managing a varied surgical case mix. You will be expected to use your excellent clinical and evidenced based knowledge to actively contribute to service development across the perioperative pathway, identifying opportunities and supporting individuals in the delivery of high quality patient care and be responsible for the running of the department in the absence of the ward manager, in turn fostering a culture that is positive, free from blame and forward thinking while supporting staff to meet their goals. What you'll bring with you:
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registration
Desirable
- NMC Registration
Experience
Essential
- High standards of clinical competence
- Sound written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required
- Demonstrated customer service skills
- Demonstrated computer skills
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited
Address
Colman Hill, Halesowen B63 2AH
Halesowen
B63 2AH
