Spire Dunedin Hospital's Surgical Wards team is recruiting a permanent Registered Nurse. The post covers assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care for patients across a varied surgical caseload, working closely with consultants and multidisciplinary colleagues. It is a hands‑on clinical role on a part‑time basis of 22.5 hours a week on a rota that includes weekends. Current NMC registration and acute care experience are required, with surgical ward experience desirable but not essential.
What the job involves
- Assess patients' health and wellbeing across a complex, changing caseload
- Deliver individualised nursing care to each patient
- Support the planning, delivery and evaluation of patient care
- Communicate with patients, relatives and colleagues, including sensitive information
- Keep accurate clinical records and documentation
- Promote best practice in health, safety and clinical governance
- Contribute to service improvement and ward development
- Work with multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive patient outcomes
What’s required
Registration & licences
Experience
- Experience working in an acute healthcare setting
- Confidence managing a varied patient caseload
Skills & knowledge
- Strong clinical knowledge
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Adaptable in a changing clinical environment
Other
- Organised and reliable
- Able to work as part of a team and independently
- Positive, professional approach and commitment to outstanding patient care
Nice to have
- Surgical ward experience
- Interest in developing surgical nursing experience
What’s offered
- 35 days' annual leave including bank holidays
- Access to private healthcare and health insurance options
- Gym and wellbeing benefits
- Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
- 'Spire for You' reward platform with discounts and cashback from over 1,000 retailers
- Free Bupa wellness screening
- Ongoing development, support and a supportive team
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