Staff Nurse Ward; Nights

We are looking for a friendly, flexible and motivated Registered Nurse to join our forward-thinking ward at Spencer Private Hospital in Margate.

Working closely with a team of individuals who provide a professional and competent service in the delivery of health care across the company, you'll play a key role in supporting patients who access our services for elective clinical procedures. Delivering and evaluating high standards of evidenced based care to a diverse group of individuals.

The ward delivers high quality care across a broad range of specialities including, Orthopaedic, general surgery and Gynaecology services.

Our sites are based within EKHUFT and this position is working at the Margate site.

Interview Date: W/C 9th February 2026

JOB PURPOSE

Toactively participate in the delivery of a high standard of vital patientcentred care in acompassionate and caring manner

To assess care needs and develop, implement and evaluate these without supervision

To practice in accordance with the NMC codes, The Code (2018) and any other mandatory or organisationalstandards

To participate in and contribute to the implementation of change strategies aimed at improvingprofessional practice and the overall efficiency of the ward or department

To participate within a team led environment to the smooth running of the ward andthe positive experience of patients that embraces a positive provision of services

Spencer Private Hospitals recognise and value all of their staff and are committed to developing a well-trained and flexible workforce.

Staff wellbeing is a priority for the organisation with some perks of employment being -

• Free on-site staff car parking
• Staff discount for treatments
• Investment in staff training
• Annual salary increment
• Additional benefits available in line with our NHS colleagues

We are also fortunate enough to be based in East Kent, arguably one of the most beautiful parts of the UK, often boasting the best weather due to our close proximity to Western Europe and is aptly know by the missive `the Garden of England. We are a short hop across the channel to France with the added bonus of fast rail connections to Europe, London and surrounding areas.

The availability of high-quality schools which support grammar school education as well as academy and private schools are all available within the locality.

Our CQC report has a rating of Good and we are now on an improvement trajectory to Outstanding.

JOB PURPOSE

Toactively participate in the delivery of a high standard of vital patientcentred care in acompassionate and caring manner

To assess care needs and develop, implement and evaluate these without supervision

To practice in accordance with the NMC codes, The Code (2018) and any other mandatory or organisationalstandards

To participate in and contribute to the implementation of change strategies aimed at improvingprofessional practice and the overall efficiency of the ward or department

To participate within a team led environment to the smooth running of the ward andthe positive experience of patients that embraces a positive provision of services

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

The ability to communicate and interact with other employees, medical staff, consultants,patients and the public in a professional manner

Toact in such a manner as to justify public trust and confidence and to alwaysuphold the good standing and reputation of Spencer Private Hospitals

Workin partnership with East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust inprovision of care

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Professional

The post holder will be expected towork across all areas of Spencer Private hospitals within their role remit

Maintain the core patient care standards and to assist with the implementation of changes to care delivery systems, methods and nursing practice to bring about improvements in the quality and delivery of care

To contribute to the development and implementation of nursing standards which reflect customer requirements and professional best practice

Provide professional leadership,advice and guidance within the team, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team

Maintain accurate andcontemporaneous patient records in line with professional standards

Have responsibility for the administration and custody of medicines in line with Spencer Private Hospitals(SPH) policy and professional standards

Assist in the maintenance of professional standards, highlighting to the line manager when standards are notseen to be met

Uphold the corporate values of SPH

Clinical

Undertake nursing assessmentscompetently

Maintain accurate clinicalobservations of the patient and act accordingly on findings

To take on management responsibility for the ward in the absence of a ward Sister/Charge Nurse or ward Manager

Act as the patient advocate

Be clinically competent in allareas of advanced practice relevant to the post

Participate in taking an active role in managing a safe discharge for patients in a timely and effective manner

Ensure own professional…