Staff Nurse Ward (Nights)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 19 Ionawr 2026 |
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| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Negotiable |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 30 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Margate, CT9 4BG |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | E0005-26-0003 |
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JOB PURPOSE To actively participate in the delivery of a high standard of vital patient centred care in a compassionate and caring manner To assess care needs and develop, implement and evaluate these without supervision To practice in accordance with the NMC codes, The Code (2018) and any other mandatory or organisational standards To participate in and contribute to the implementation of change strategies aimed at improving professional practice and the overall efficiency of the ward or department To participate within a team led environment to the smooth running of the ward and the positive experience of patients that embraces a positive provision of services KEY RELATIONSHIPS The ability to communicate and interact with other employees, medical staff, consultants, patients and the public in a professional manner To act in such a manner as to justify public trust and confidence and to always uphold the good standing and reputation of Spencer Private Hospitals Work in partnership with East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust in provision of care KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Professional The post holder will be expected to work across all areas of Spencer Private hospitals within their role remit Maintain the core patient care standards and to assist with the implementation of changes to care delivery systems, methods and nursing practice to bring about improvements in the quality and delivery of care To contribute to the development and implementation of nursing standards which reflect customer requirements and professional best practice Provide professional leadership, advice and guidance within the team, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records in line with professional standards Have responsibility for the administration and custody of medicines in line with Spencer Private Hospitals (SPH) policy and professional standards Assist in the maintenance of professional standards, highlighting to the line manager when standards are not seen to be met Uphold the corporate values of SPH Clinical Undertake nursing assessments competently Maintain accurate clinical observations of the patient and act accordingly on findings To take on management responsibility for the ward in the absence of a ward Sister/Charge Nurse or ward Manager Act as the patient advocate Be clinically competent in all areas of advanced practice relevant to the post Participate in taking an active role in managing a safe discharge for patients in a timely and effective manner Ensure own professional knowledge is continuously updated Financial Actively implement the safe nursing tools in line with care dependency, occupancy and clinical patient hours and utilise the information effectively regarding safe patient care and safe staffing To contribute with the monitoring and control of resources allocated to the Ward in order to provide best value for patients To understand local resources management and the cost implications of service delivery staffs suggestions for improvements in the financial performance of the Ward Quality Contribute to monitoring of quality improvement metrics to measure quality of care Identify and minimize clinical and non-clinical risk to minimize risk of harm to patients, staff and visitors To participate in staff Personal Development Discussions and the identification of personal needs and set and evaluate personal objectives To participate in in-house training sessions and attend meetings and discussions when required To ensure that all hospital policies, local policies and legal requirements relating to clinical care and health and safety are complied with Monitor all aspects of clinical governance locally including clinical incident reporting Participate in the annual review of departmental policies and procedures to ensure they reflect good practice. Work towards retaining external audit accreditation with ISO 9001:2000, ISO 14001 The ability to recognise deteriorating patients and assist if an emergency occurs Maintain professional development in line with the NMC Equal Opportunities It is the aim of the hospital to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on discriminations of age, sex, race, colour, nationality or ethnic or national origins, or is not placed at a disadvantage by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. The company adheres to an Equal Opportunities Policy for each employee to contribute to its success Health & Safety All Employees must be aware of the responsibility placed on them under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), to ensure that the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees and visitors. Individual employees should also refer to specific health and safety requirements within their job descriptions Data Protection Adhere to data protection policy to obtain, process and/or use information held on a computer or word-processor in a fair and lawful way. To hold data only for the specific registered purpose, and not to use or disclose it in any way incompatible with such purpose. To disclose data only to authorised persons or organisations as instructed by Spencer Private Hospitals Customer Care It is the aim of the hospital to provide patients and clients with the best possible care and service. In order to meet this aim all of our staff are required, at all times, to put the patient or client first and do their utmost to meet their requests and needs courteously and efficiently Confidentiality To ensure that confidential information is not disclosed about Spencer Private Hospitals (including information regarding patients and staff) to any unauthorised member of staff, or to anyone outside the employment of Spencer Private Hospitals This job description is intended to reflect, in outline, the responsibilities of the post holder, which may change over time with corporate or local business needs of Spencer Private Hospitals. It will therefore be subject to periodic review and amendment in the light of changing circumstances and following consultation with the post holder.