The Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital, part of the Akessa Health Care Group is looking for experienced dynamic and organised senior nursing colleagues with a proven background, to join our team in the wards and outpatients.
This advert is for multiple nursing vacancies for outpatient and ward nursing positions.
The vacancies are due to recent commissioning of our operating theatres and expansion of surgical services. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in developing our new surgical and endoscopy services while maintaining our reputation for delivering world-class, patient-centred care.
Significant investment having been made into the hospital, including a brand new operating theatre suite, with three state of the art ultra clean laminar flow operating rooms.
You will work alongside an exceptional multidisciplinary team, contributing to high-quality outcomes for both private and NHS patients. The role involves supporting perioperative pathways, assisting in endoscopic procedures, and leading nursing care to uphold the hospital’s standards of excellence.
In considering this role please note that:
- This is a full-time hospital based role
- This appointment is for energetic and ambitious individuals
- Our managers lead by example
- Clinical managers are expected to wear uniform and have a hands-on approach including direct patient care
- Akessa Health Care does not support hybrid working
- Akessa health Care is expanding and there are ample opportunities for personal and carer development in this role.
Above all else, we're committed to the care and improvement of human life. It's this guiding vision that influences everything we do at Akessa Healthcare. From the CEO to the colleagues on the wards, we all have a part to play in delivering exceptional care to our patients. Others may think this is just a nursing role but to us, you'll be part of a wider team with a unique sense of purpose, one that helps improve lives on a daily basis. We are only interested in candidates who are looking for a long term position and have clear career development goals.
The appointment will be based at Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital in Aylesbury
About us:
Akessa Healthcare Group owns and operates several boutique independent hospitals including The New Foscote Hospital, Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital and 107 Harley Street.
The Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital was established in Aylesbury in 1832 and has provided services and treatments to thousands of people from across the region. The ownership of the hospital was transferred to our new management team in January 2023. By joining our existing portfolio, the hospital is now run professionally and provides clinical care to private, insured and NHS patients, with a strong ethos on caring for our staff. Since 2023 the hospital has undergone a multimillion pound refurbishment project.
The New Foscote Hospital has been successfully established in Banbury for over 40 years and has provided services and treatments to thousands of people from across the region. We have over 75 consultants, all of whom are leaders in their specialist fields and choose to hold their private practice here, working alongside our friendly, highly qualified and experienced nursing staff and support teams.
107 Harley Street, is an outpatient, diagnostic and day-case facility. The Group has had a presence in the Harley Street area since 2010. The treatments offered at this facility includes oral and maxillofacial surgery, dermatology, orthodontics and specialist dentistry, plastic and cosmetic surgery, general surgery and rheumatology.
The clinical outcomes of the hospital group are of the highest standards and the latest CQC report rated our hospital standards as ‘good’ across all parameters. Our organisation has strong IT, operational, clinical governance and accountancy support. All colleagues are encouraged to feel empowered and to have an active voice on the management of their services
Akessa Healthcare is, managed and run by clinicians. All colleagues are encouraged to feel empowered and to have an active voice on the management of their services.
Our organisation has a strong IT, operational, clinical governance and accountancy support.
The team at this hospital group takes great pride in what we do. The clinical outcomes are amongst the best in the world. Foscote hospital was rated amongst the top 10 hospitals in UK, both private and NHS, for its patients’ experiences.
We are proud to be a clinician-led hospital where every member of staff has a voice and is encouraged to contribute to service development.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Governance
- Support the Matron in leading and managing the surgical and out patient nursing teams.
- Maintain high standards of clinical governance, infection control, and patient safety.
- Lead by example in promoting evidence-based best practice.
- Ensure adherence to NMC code, hospital policies, and all statutory regulations.
- Contribute to CQC compliance, audit programmes, and service development projects.
Operational Management
- Help with day-to-day running of out-patients or surgical, endoscopy wards, ensuring efficient patient flow.
- Assist in managing safe staffing levels and skill mix to meet patient needs and service demands.
- Support induction, and retention of nursing staff.
- Contribute to rota management and workforce planning.
- Support the coordination and operational delivery of theatre and endoscopy lists.
Clinical Excellence
- Act as a senior clinical resource and role model for nursing staff.
- Support patient care from pre-assessment through to discharge.
- Participate in endoscopy and perioperative nursing practice where required.
- Ensure consistent implementation of infection prevention and control policies.
- Promote a learning culture through mentorship, coaching, and clinical supervision.
Quality, Safety & Improvement
- Lead audits, patient feedback initiatives, and incident reviews.
- Identify and implement service improvements that enhance patient experience and outcomes.
- Work collaboratively with consultants, allied health professionals, and management to optimise clinical pathways.
- Drive adherence to JAG and CQC standards across all surgical and endoscopy areas.
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
- NMC registration
- At least 4-5 years post-registration experience in surgical in patient or outpatient nursing.
- Demonstrable leadership or ward management experience.
- Proven ability to manage teams and clinical operations.
- Strong understanding of patient safety, risk management, and clinical governance.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Desirable:
- Postgraduate qualification in leadership, management, or specialist clinical area.
- Experience in private healthcare or mixed NHS/independent hospital settings.
- JAG awareness or experience of working towards accreditation.
- Mentor/Practice Assessor qualification.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Company pension scheme.
- Employee health & wellbeing support.
- Discounted on-site food and beverages.
- Staff, friends, and family treatment discounts.
- Genuine opportunities for career development within Akessa Healthcare Group.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer.
Additional Information
This job description is not exhaustive and may evolve as our services expand. All successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment screening including DBS, Occupational Health, and reference checks.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Aylesbury HP19 9PZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Unfortunately, we won't be able to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Could you confirm you would be able to begin, if successful, in this role without any sponsorship?
Experience:
- Nursing: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
Location:
- Aylesbury HP19 9PZ (preferred)
Work Location: In person
