Applications are invited from suitably experienced Senior Critical Care Nurses to lead the HDU/Recovery team at our client’s Acute Hospital site based in Central London (Travelcard Zone 1). This role is within easy reach of TfL and National Rail services.This is a combined 3-bedded Unit, recovering complex patients direct from Theatre and keeping High Dependency patients until ready for transfer to the Surgical Ward.

Patients are ventilated on occasion so current or recent Level 3 Critical Care experience is essential.
You will take charge of the shift, supported by three Critical Care Nurses.
You will also support the wards via an outreach service
This role is a full-time, permanent post

An established charity-status centre of excellence for over 160 years, the Hospital has 60 inpatient beds, including a state of the art six-suite Operating Theatre complex and separate Endoscopy Theatre. The Hospital also has a dedicated Urgent Care Centre and extensive Imaging and Diagnostic service and Therapies and Rehabilitation clinic.

Person requirements

RGN with NMC registration.
At least three years’ experience at Band 6 level in a Critical Care role
Proficient in managing a level 3 ventilated patient
Completion of a relevant Teaching & Assessing and/or Mentorship qualification
Experience in supporting junior practitioners, and students

The additional benefits of working for this organisation include:
– Private medical cover, including dental
– A choice of pension schemes, including continuation of NHS pension if applicable
– A relocation package for applicants moving from outside London
– Gym membership, for you and your partner
– Critical illness and Life assurance cover
– Childcare vouchers
– Employee ‘service excellence’ recognition rewards
– Discounts at local, national and online shops
– Interest-free season ticket loans & ‘cycle to work’ ‘scheme; helping you commute and keep fit for less

We are a leading healthcare recruitment partner with particular expertise in the placement of the full range of Healthcare staff, including Critical Care.
As a nurse-led consultancy our detailed understanding of the complexity of such roles places us in an excellent position to match your skills with the specific requirements of our Recruiting Managers.

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If this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous £500 Bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals