Pre Op Nurse

The surgical Pre Operative unit at St. Richard's Hospital is recruiting for Pre Operative nurse for a full time Pre Op Nurse Position.

This is an opportunity to work as a specialist nurse assessor, reviewing and optimising patient's health before undergoing elective surgery.

You will have the opportunity to work closely with dedicated anaesthetic team and work autonomously in nurse-led Pre Operative clinic while working in a modern, supportive and friendly environment., Pre-Operative Anaesthetic Assessment of elective surgery patients.

Ensure patients are individually managed case by case and prepared for elective surgery in a safe and timely manner.

Complete and analyse tests, observations and results - recognise abnormalities that require further input.

Provide high quality evidence based clinical care and clear communication to patients, in line with the Trust Values and in accordance with professional regulations.

Work along other teams to coordinate required care, refer for further support and investigations.

Clear communication between teams and patient to ensure safe surgical journey. Give written and verbal advice/teaching to patients and carers.

Demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in providing compassionate care for patients, visitors/relatives and colleagues.

Contribute towards sharing good practice within the ward/department and Trust wide.

Prior experience in pre operative assessment preferred however will welcome new applicants with a minimum of 1 year post registration UK experience. In house training and teaching will be provided for the role.

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of theUK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal - to always put ourPatient First. In fact our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.