Registered Nurse – Wards

Circle Health Group; Shirley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider in the UK is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Wards department at Shirley Oaks Hospital. This full-time role requires delivering exceptional nursing care, assessing patient needs, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must possess valid NMC registration and relevant clinical experience. The role offers a salary of up to £34,000 per year along with a comprehensive benefits package including holidays and private healthcare options.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year + bank holidays

Private Healthcare Scheme

Friends & Family Hospital Discounts

Enhanced Family Friendly policies

Non-contributory life insurance

Employee recognition programmes

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a clinical health care setting.
• Previous relevant specialty experience desirable (e.g., surgical, medical, outpatient).

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct nursing care in line with patient care plans.
• Assess patient needs and update care plans accordingly.
• Monitor vital signs and recognize changes in patient conditions.
• Administer medications safely according to hospital policies.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation.
• Ensure compliance with NMC standards.
• Report incidents and safeguarding concerns.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical governance understanding

Interpersonal skills

IT proficiency

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

Education

Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration

Job description

Registered Nurse - Wards
Shirley Oaks Hospital
37.5 Hours & Permanent
Salary: Up to £34,000.00 per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

Shirley Oaks Hospital in Croydon is part of Circle Health Group , Britain's leading provider of independent health care with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private health care provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join their team of staff in the Wards department.

This is a full-time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern.

Duties of this role include:

• Deliver direct nursing care in line with patient care plans and clinical protocols.
• Assess patient needs, prioritise care, and update care plans accordingly.
• Monitor vital signs, recognise changes in condition, and **escalate** appropriately using clinical judgement.
• Administer medications safely and effectively in accordance with hospital policies and the NMC Code.
• Maintain accurate, legible, and timely nursing documentation, including assessments, care plans, and observations.
• Ensure that all care provided complies with NMC standards, clinical governance requirements, and hospital policies.
• Identify and report incidents, safeguarding concerns, and potential risks in line with hospital procedures.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration.
• Demonstrable experience working in a clinical health care setting.
• Good understanding of clinical governance, patient safety, and evidence-based practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficient in IT systems used for patient records, documentation, and care planning.
• Previous experience in a relevant specialty desirable (e.g., surgical, medical, outpatient, orthopaedics, critical care).

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 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.

We’re passionate about creating an environment where our people can thrive, grow and develop professionally and personally. Our principles and values guide our colleagues to be selfless, compassionate, committed, collaborative, brave, agile, tenacious and creative and are at the core of our purpose and culture.