Job Description

Paterson ward is the place for you if you are looking forward to a career in surgical nursing. We comprise of a 14 bedded ward, a day case unit with recovery and the Surgical assessment unit. Staff get rotated within the three areas. Our patients come from diverse specialities like general surgery, vascular, orthopaedics and trauma. You will have the opportunity to develop your nursing skills in all of the above areas.



We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic nurse, ready to step up in a clinical leadership role. You will be proactive in leading, learning and will be supported by an experienced team of senior nurses and clinical practice educators.



As delegated provide specialist nursing advice to support and facilitate high quality, individualised care to patients/clients and relatives/carers without supervision in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team.

The post holder will provide specialist nursing care and support and deputise for their line manager in the management of their clinical speciality. This will involve dealing with complex situations and having to take appropriate action in a variety of settings.

To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and to provide cover for any area specified acting as professional role model providing direct and indirect clinical care, teaching and research.

Be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover for any area specified.

Contribute to effective management of all resources needed to deliver comprehensive and compassionate nursing care.



At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.



Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.



Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.



We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.



The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.



For both overviews please view the attachment with the job advert.