Job Description
Sister/Charge Nurse - Ward & Day Unit
Right now we have an opportunity for a full time Sister/Charge Nurse to join our ward and day unit team at Tees Valley Hospital, Middlesbrough. To provide a high standard of individualised patient care as part of the clinical team and leading the provision of efficient surgical services for the hospital.
The Role
Working as part of the team to provide a high standard of efficient, individualised patient care. Working autonomously and with the ability and clinical competence to undertake a range of extended practice including post operative surgical care.
Participate in care delivery, acting as a role model ensuring the highest levels of professional standards. A proficient leader who will assist with staff absence management and rostering staff to ensure efficient use of staff hours within the department.
To participate in the clinical governance agenda, ensuring audits are undertaken and the investigation of incidents/complaints. Supporting services as delegated by the ward manager.
A strong communicator with exceptional standards for customer service. Adhering to all of Ramsay’s policies and procedures to ensure the best possible clinical outcomes for patients. A strong advocate of the Ramsay Way and People Caring for People.
What you’ll bring with you
Essential
Registered General Nurse.
Diploma/degree in a health related subject.
Previous experience in a team leading role.
High standards of clinical competence.
Sound written and verbal communication skills.
Previous exposure in a senior role to external stakeholders such as consultants, physicians, allied health professionals, patients and suppliers.
Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the business.
A passion for delivering an excellent patient-focus service.
Strong organisation skills and attention to detail.
Desirable
Previous clinical supervisory experience.
Previous mentorship experience.
Audit and report writing skills.
Benefits
25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options
Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period
Flexible shift patterns available where possible
Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies
Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants
Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary
Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy
Free Parking on site (where possible)
Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)
Concerts for Carers
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords
The Blue Light Card Scheme
About Us
Tees Valley Hospital is in the grounds of Acklam Hall in Middlesbrough and opened in February 2018. The hospital delivers a range of specialties including orthopaedics, general surgery, plastic surgery, urology, gynaecology, dermatology, oral, endoscopy, to both private and NHS patients.
Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years’ experience. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England.
We love people with a positive, “can do” attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that people – staff and doctors – are Ramsay Health Care’s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. Click here to find out more.
All offers of employment in respect of this appointment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
We care.
It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964.
“The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.
We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.
