At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in delivering exceptional patient care in the Day Surgery department.
- Company: KIMS Hospital, a supportive and inclusive healthcare provider.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private health insurance, 33 days leave, and free staff parking.
- Other info: Join a diverse team that values your growth and well-being.
- Why this job: Take your nursing career to the next level while making a real difference in patient lives.
- Qualifications: Registered Nurse with experience in day surgery and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 37338 - 44962 £ per year.
- Ward Sister / Charge Nurse – Day Surgery | KIMS Hospital Maidstone
- Permanent Full Time | Starting Salary £36,000
Are you an experienced registered nurse looking to take your career to the next level?
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated registered nurse with excellent leadership skills to join our Day Surgery department as a Ward Sister.
As a Ward Sister you will be responsible for supporting the Lead Sister in the delivery of excellent patient care and service.
You will assess, plan, and deliver care based on individual patient needs.
This role is ideal for a registered nurse who is passionate about providing the best patient care and has a desire to take the next step in their career by leading and mentoring a team.
The role will require shift rotation and is for 40.00 hours per week, working shifts between Monday and Saturday.
Shifts will be between the hours of 07:00 – 20:00 depending on the hospital requirement.
- Role Responsibilities
- Demonstrate good clinical practice at all times and be accountable for own actions.
- Work within a team, supervising and directing junior staff and deputising for Senior Staff as required.
- Support and act as a role model for junior staff, promoting a learning environment.
- When required, review the allocation of staff to the ward, adjusting the workforce to reflect activity and patient need.
- Ensure that your own professional development is maintained and enhanced.
Person Specification
- Be a Registered Nurse.
- Have post-registration clinical experience in day surgery.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Patient orientated with a focus on continuous service improvement.
- Post Graduate course in the relevant specialty.
- Medicine, surgery, orthopaedic or cardiac experience an advantage.
- Mentorship training and qualification.
At KIMS Hospital we support our staff in building a career, encouraging them to feel their worth and enjoy their time at work.
Our One Team culture creates a working environment that offers you the time to care, whilst developing new skills and strengthening existing ones.
Benefits
- Free Secure Staff Parking
- Pension Scheme
- Private Health Insurance
- 33 Days annual leave plus extra time off for your birthday
- Life Assurance
- Free Eye Test
At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment.
We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer.
If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, Diane would be happy to help. Please give her a call on 01622 237634 or email recruitment@kims. org. uk.
Any offers of employment made by KIMS Hospital for this/these position(s) will be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of a satisfactory DBS Certificate from the Disclosure & Barring Service.
Information about the DBS checks can be found at https://www. gov. uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.
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Sister / Charge Nurse - Surgical employer: KIMS Hospital
KIMS Hospital Maidstone is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. As a Lead Theatre Practitioner, you will benefit from competitive salaries, a generous welcome bonus, and comprehensive benefits including private health insurance and 33 days of annual leave. Join our dedicated team where your expertise will be valued, and you will have the opportunity to lead and inspire others in a state-of-the-art facility committed to delivering the highest standards of patient care.
