Overview

Senior Registered Nurse - ITU
The Alexandra Hospital                 
37.5 Hours & Permanent
Salary: Up to £38,000.00 Per year

The Alexandra Hospital in Cheadle Is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country. 

We are looking for a Critical Care Steps 2 and 3 certificated nurse to come and join the team here at The Alexandra Hospital. We are a 7 bedded level 3/2 critical care with 5 enhanced care beds. This is the equivalent of a band 6 junior post that would support the progression of a band 5 nurse with the relevant critical care experience, further progression opportunities are available within Circle Health Group.

Circle Health Group is proud to be recognised as one of the UK’s top 5 best big companies to work for as well as top 5 to work for in the health and social care sector.

This is a full time role at 37.5 hours a week across flexible shift patterns.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Registered general nurse level 1/ Diploma / BSc in Nursing studies.
• Evidence of relevant clinical professional development preferably evidenced by certification RN with valid NMC Registration.
• Mentorship Qualification (ENB 998 or equivalent).
• Awareness of NMC Code of Accountability.
• Excellent clinical applied knowledge which is evidenced based and takes account of national best practice standards. A passion to provide excellent, safe nursing care is essential.
• Basic workload / shift management skills.
• Understanding of workload and shift management.
• Maths, English GCSE at grades A to C or equivalent functional skills level 2 evidence.
• Proficient in the use of a PC, including the use of software and systems
• 18 months post registration experience.

Duties of this role include:

• To ensure that standards of patient care are consistently maintained at all times in accordance with agreed operational policies and procedures.  Working to maintain and enhance the customer service and satisfaction of service users. To promote and safeguard the well-being and interests of all Patients, Employees and Consultants acting as an advocate to more junior members of the team.  Where appropriate to deputise for the Sister/ Charge Nurse and the lead on clinical shifts.
• To ensure the provision of individualised patient care, providing excellent standards of individual care.
• Act as an advocate for safeguarding patients; demonstrate courage to speak up when there are concerns about care.
• Conduct yourself professionally within the standard and framework provided by the Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) Codes of professional Conduct and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:

• 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
• Private Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions
• Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
• Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
• Non-contributory life insurance
• Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
• Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
• Employee recognition programmes
• Industry leading training and development opportunities

…and much more!

Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues. Our definition of diversity goes beyond the established characteristics protected by the Equality Act, as we strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities or expressions, skills, work styles…and more.

To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy