At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead critical care for paediatric patients and support the medical ward with expert guidance.
- Company: Join a top-rated independent private hospital in leafy St Johns Wood.
- Benefits: Enjoy private healthcare, 27 days leave, discounts, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team in a dynamic environment with excellent growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while advancing your nursing career.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered nurse with paediatric recovery experience and teaching qualifications.
The predicted salary is between 37338 - 44962 £ per year.
We are currently looking for an experienced Paediatric Recovery Nurse Lead to join our HDU / ITU team here at The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth. The Paediatric Recovery Nurse Lead will be responsible for providing level 2 critical care for patients undergoing invasive procedures who have been admitted to the hospital as well as those admitted via the medical ward. Additionally, they will deliver level 3 critical care as required and offer support to the wards through the Outreach Service.
Located in leafy St Johns Wood on the Jubilee line minutes from Central London, our independent private hospital has just been rated the number one in the country for care in the latest Bupa survey. Uniquely, all profits fund our onsite Hospice St Johns.
Am I the right person for this role?
- Registered Nurse
- Paediatric recovery experience
- Teaching/Mentorship qualification
- Minimum 3 years experience within the role of Recovery Nurse
- Experience within the Independent sector
- Experience in undertaking clinical audit/s
- Understanding of clinical governance and implications for practice
- Understanding of HR processes
What are the Responsibilities of this role?
- Assessing, planning, delivering, and evaluating a high level of critical care for patients
- Delivery of a high level of post anaesthetic care for patients within the Theatre Recovery Room
- Working with the Anaesthetic team to deliver high quality safe patient care
- Delivering an Outreach service to the ward offering support and guidance in the care of the acutely unwell patient
- Promote the safety, wellbeing, and interests of patients, visitors, and staff to the clinical areas
- Active member of the emergency response team
- Participation in the on-call rota and internal rotation of shifts (including night duty)
- Exhibiting a high level of teamwork with the unit and in the wider hospital environment
- Participate fully as a team member including working in all areas of the HDU and Theatre Suite to promote a cohesive team and the achievement of team objectives
- Effective management of resources within the department
Why apply for this role?
At our organisation, we are passionate about providing our employees with a supportive and engaging environment. As well as ongoing development and training, we offer our employees a wide range of benefits:
- Private healthcare scheme worth up to £20,000 per year
- 27 days annual leave
- Blue Light Card discounts
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free eye check-up vouchers with contribution towards lenses
- Free newspaper and media subscriptions
- Local Business discounts
- Discount in our Hospice Charity shop
- Refer a Friend scheme
- Free Cinema Society Membership offering discounted tickets
- Personal development and training courses
- Annual events and recognition awards
- Career progression and increments
If you are ready for a new challenge and relish the chance to become part of a successful forward-thinking organisation, then we would love to hear from you.
Paediatric Recovery Nurse Lead employer: HJE
The Hospital of St John & St Elizabeth is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector while working in a supportive and dynamic environment. Located in the heart of London, we provide our employees with generous benefits such as a private healthcare scheme, extensive annual leave, and personal development opportunities, all while contributing to the vital work of St John's Hospice. Join us to thrive in a role that combines commercial ambition with genuine purpose, where your efforts directly enhance patient care and community support.
