Job Description
Staff Nurse Pre – Assessment
London: The Wellington Hospital
Hours:Full Time 37.5hrs per week
Shifts: Monday to Friday (0830-1830 Mon-Fri) (flexibility required)
Permanent contract
Salary: competitive dependent on experience + Benefits (pension, health cover, flexible benefitsand excellent career development
Great Opportunity for a staff nurse to jointhe pre assessment team @The Wellington Hospital
Asa Staff Nurse in thePre-Assessment department,you will providethe highest standards of care, safety and service to patients, relativesand other customers such Consultants, using a philosophy of care endorsed within the hospital which will be underpinned by policy, procedures, protocols, business strategies and imperatives.
You will be responsible forassistingin running of the clinic with the supervision of senior staffs and alsoattending topatients in clinic-
Conduct face-to-face pre-operative assessments for patients scheduled for surgery.
Review patient medical histories and perform physical examinations.
Educate patients about the pre-operative and post-operative processes.
Coordinate with surgeons, anesthetists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Document patient information accurately in Meditech
Participate in team meetings and contribute to departmental goals.
You will also be arranging Pre-assessment appointments for the patients and will be liaising closely with the consultants and their secretaries. You will be trusted to make independent decisions in best interest of the patient and the team
At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.
What you’ll bring:
Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid NMC registration and PREP requirements
Experience in a clinical setting, preferably in pre-operative assessment or surgical care.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel, Outlook and electronic healthcare record systems.
Pre-operative assessment training
Phlebotomy experience is a must.
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK,we’reone of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques,medicationand facilities. Beingpart of a large multisite, established healthcare groupwe can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them toprovideexceptional care for our patients.That’swhy we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Staff Nurse Pre assessment, you’llbe eligible for:
25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, withoptionto buy or sell leave to suit you
Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
Group Life Assurance from day one
Critical illness cover
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
Comprehensive range of flexible health,protectionand lifestyle benefits to suit you
Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Diversity and Inclusion
Patients first. Colleagues always.That’sthe guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion,compassionand respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagueswe’recreating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences arecelebratedand everyone can achieve their potential.
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities.That’swhywe’rehappy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.
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