We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our expanding Private Outpatient Department. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a growing, patient-focused service delivering high-quality care across a wide range of specialties.
As part of our team, you will provide excellent patient-centred care while developing a broad range of clinical skills, including patient assessment, pre-assessments, phlebotomy, cannulation, infusion therapy and patient monitoring. You will work closely with consultants and multidisciplinary teams, supporting outpatient clinics and minor procedures while helping to deliver an exceptional patient experience.
Working primarily Monday to Friday during daytime hours, with rotational weekend shifts as the service expands, you will use your clinical judgement, initiative and organisational skills to support the smooth running of clinics and maintain high standards of care, safety and professionalism.
In return, you will join a supportive team, gain experience across a diverse range of specialties, and play a key role in the continued growth of our private outpatient service.
Please note: Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Clinical Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care within a private outpatient setting.
Support consultant-led clinics, investigations and minor procedures.
Undertake patient assessments, observations and health screening.
Administer medications, IV therapies and treatments in line with Trust policy.
Perform clinical skills including phlebotomy, cannulation, wound care and specimen collection.
Monitor patient progress, escalate concerns and prioritise care appropriately.
Coordinate referrals, investigations, follow-up appointments and multidisciplinary care.
Provide patient education, health promotion and support for self-management.
Support specialist procedures including hysteroscopy, colposcopy, cystoscopy, MVA and Sonata.
Act as a patient advocate and maintain safeguarding responsibilities.
Maintain accurate clinical records and electronic documentation.
Contribute to quality improvement, audit and service development.
Support the induction, supervision and development of junior staff and students.
Demonstrate effective time management, organisation and workload prioritisation.
Comply with professional standards, confidentiality requirements and Trust policies.
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.
The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Key Responsibilities: Clinical Practice
Deliver high-quality, patient-centred nursing care within a private outpatient setting.
Support consultant-led clinics, investigations and minor procedures.
Undertake patient assessments, observations and clinical monitoring.
Administer medications, IV therapies and treatments in line with policy.
Perform a range of clinical skills including phlebotomy, cannulation, wound care and specimen collection.
Triage patients, prioritise care and escalate concerns appropriately.
Coordinate care with consultants, multidisciplinary teams and external services.
Arrange investigations, referrals and follow-up appointments.
Provide patient education, health promotion and support for self-management.
Support specialist procedures including hysteroscopy, colposcopy, cystoscopy, MVA and Sonata procedures.
Act as a patient advocate and uphold safeguarding responsibilities.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and electronic records.
Contribute to quality improvement, audit and service development activities.
Support the induction, supervision and development of junior staff and students.
Demonstrate effective workload management, prioritisation and organisational skills.
Key Working Relationships
Patients and carers
Consultants and multidisciplinary teams
Nurses and Healthcare Assistants
Senior Sister and Matron
Administrative teams
Community healthcare professionals
Sonographers and diagnostic services
Directorate and Divisional nursing teams
Professional Responsibilities
Maintain a safe, high-quality clinical environment for patients, visitors and staff.
Practice in accordance with the NMC Code, Trust policies and professional standards.
Uphold confidentiality, infection prevention and clinical governance requirements.
Report incidents, accidents and complaints in line with Trust procedures.
Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation.
Participate in audit, quality improvement and stock management activities.
Support the education and development of students and colleagues.
Communication
Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and the multidisciplinary team.
Deliver clear and professional handovers.
Provide compassionate, inclusive and patient-focused communication.
Adapt communication to individual needs and overcome barriers where required.
Manage sensitive or complex conversations professionally and appropriately.
Education and Development
Maintain professional competence, mandatory training and clinical skills.
Participate in appraisal, personal development planning and continuing professional development.
Keep up to date with developments in nursing practice and the NHS.
Contribute to audit, research and quality improvement initiatives.
Support a positive learning environment for students, learners and healthcare support workers.
