Job summary HMT Sancta Maria Hospital are currently looking for a Nurse (RGN) to join our friendly and dedicated Ward team.
This is an exciting time to join the team at Sancta Maria Hospital, a state-of-the-art hospital situated in the SA1 area of Swansea.We are only private hospital in Swansea offering a wide range of procedures carried out by a number of our leading consultants.
As a not-for-profit organisation, Sancta Maria hospital is passionate about putting the patient first and we are committed to developing a five-star hospital which will set new standards in clinical care and patient experience in South West Wales.The successful candidate will work within a small, friendly and dynamic team.
The ward has 24 beds consisting of 12 inpatient beds and 12 day unit beds.
We provide care for elective surgical patients undergoing a vast range of specialities including Orthopaedic, Cosmetic and general surgery.
The ward offers a mix of long and short shifts covering days, nights, weekends and bank holidays.Sancta Maria Hospital recognises the importance of education and development.
We were awarded the title of Private Sector of the Year which was voted by the nursing students at Swansea University.
As a qualified nurse you will act as a Practice Assessor and/or Practice supervisor to nursing students at all stages of their nurse training, encouraging them to reach their full potential as they embark on becoming the future generation of nurses.
Main duties of the job The post holder will be required to provide high standards of direct patient care to a variety of different surgical patients within the ward/day unit environment.
Enhancing patient care, while developing specific clinical competencies and enhancing own knowledge through a lifelong learning approach.
Working under the guidance of the Head of Patient Care and multi-disciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining excellent standards of nursing care as part of the ward team.The post holder will be accountable for their nursing practice, adhere to the policies and protocols of HMT and the NMC.
About us At HMT Sancta Maria Hospital, we encourage our employees to have a positive work-life balance, who share our vision to provide world-class healthcare and we work effortlessly on training and development within our workforce to stand out from other healthcare providers.
Join us as we currently look for motivated, dedicated and enthusiastic people who are ready to create a clinical module of the future.Sancta Maria Hospital is an organisation who invests in our employees.Benefits include:Contributory PensionLife AssurancePrivate Medical CoverFree ParkingEnhanced pay for unsociable hoursOn-going training and developmentQuality work environmentEmployee Assistant ProgrammeActive Participation in Health PromotionTeam Working Job description Job responsibilities Atthe Healthcare Management Trust (HMT), we are committed to delivering thehighest quality healthcare and understand that our well-trained, passionateteam of employees are at the heart of delivering the service our patientsexpect.
Our team of employees share our vision toprovide world class healthcare, and we continuously improve the skills withinour workforce to ensure we maintain our position within the healthcare sector.We know our team have a wealth of knowledge and experience, and by workingtogether we develop an exciting and innovative workpace.The post holder will berequired to provide high standards of direct patient care to a variety ofdifferent surgical patients within the ward/day unit environment.
Enhancingpatient care, while developing specific clinical competencies and enhancing ownknowledge through a lifelong learning approach The post holder will workunder the guidance of the ward manager and multi-disciplinary team members inmonitoring and maintaining excellent standards of nursing care as part of theward team.
The post holder is expectedto carry out all relevant forms of care with the guidance and support of moresenior staff.
To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and providecover according to experience for any area specified.
The post holder will be accountable for theirnursing practice, adhere to the policies and protocols of HMT and the NMC.He/she will have a responsibility for their own personal and professionaldevelopment and will assist in the continuing professional development andoverall performance of learners student nurses and junior staff in theclinical area.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Adult Nurse Evidence of CPD Desirable Completion of Relevant training/ development programmes Knowledge & Skills Essential Nurse and care for a variety specialties and complexities of surgery Contribute to the development of programs of competency Ability to analyze and prioritize patient care Mentor new staff Ability to work under pressure and provide high care standards To act as a patient advocate Act as a team member within the ward/ department Assisting with other members of the team in maintaining a safe ward environment The safe administration of medications Completing and updating accurate patient documentation.
To use the correct procedure when handing a patient into the care of another nurse, giving the correct information and instruction.
Desirable IT Skills Experience Essential Experience In management, and wound management, Venepuncture skills Desirable NHS or Independent sector experience