Staff Nurse - Pre Admission

Ramsay Health Care; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Pre-Assessment Nurse, where you'll play a crucial role in preparing patients for elective surgeries. This position offers a supportive environment focused on quality care and professional development. With a commitment to high clinical standards, you will assess patients' readiness, addressing both physical and psychological needs. Enjoy attractive benefits, including a contributory pension scheme, private healthcare, and opportunities for career advancement. Be part of a dedicated team that values your expertise and fosters a culture of caring.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Attractive enhancement rates for evenings and weekends

25 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Private Healthcare

Life Assurance

Free onsite parking

Subsidised staff restaurant

Employee Ramsay Discount Programme

Wellbeing centre

24/7 employee assistance line

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration.
• Experience in pre-operative assessments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-operative assessments for elective surgery patients.
• Ensure patients are prepared physically and psychologically for surgery.

Skills

NMC Registration

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to act on own initiative

Job description

Job Description

Pre-Assessment Nurse

37.5 hours Sawbridgeworth

We have fantastic opportunities for enthusiastic Pre-Assessment Nurses to work within our Pre-Assessment department at Rivers Hospital.

Rivers Hospital is part of Ramsay Health Care UK, a leading provider of NHS and private patient services in England. Located on the Herts & Essex border, easily accessible from London and the Home Counties, the hospital opened in 1992. It is equipped with the latest medical facilities for diagnosis and treatment and maintains high clinical standards. We are passionate about quality care throughout the hospital.

The Role

The successful Nurse will undertake pre-operative assessment of patients awaiting elective surgery across all specialties. The key focus is to ensure patients are prepared physically and psychologically for planned operative procedures, providing appropriate information and identifying potential discharge concerns.

What you'll bring with you

• NMC Registration
• Specialised post-surgery experience preferred but not essential
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to act on own initiative without supervision

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme
• Attractive enhancement rates between 30% - 100% for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, available to both permanent and bank staff
• 25 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Private Healthcare and Life Assurance
• Free onsite parking and a subsidised staff restaurant
• Access to our employee Ramsay Discount Programme
• Wellbeing centre and 24/7 employee assistance line
• Access to the Ramsay Academy for development opportunities and career pathways supported by structured learning curriculums

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About us

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years' experience. Operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff, we treat 8 million patients annually. Known for our strong, long-standing NHS relationships, we are committed to high standards of clinical care, patient safety, dignity, and confidentiality.

We value a positive, 'can do' attitude and believe our employees are our greatest asset. We support training and development to ensure high-quality care and promote our vision 'People caring for People'. Our 'Speak Up for Safety' programme emphasizes patient-centered care. Join us to enjoy more 'Time to Care'.

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We care.

Our commitment is to deliver the best care, reflecting our core belief since 1964. The Ramsay Way culture recognizes that our staff and doctors are our most important assets, which has contributed to our ongoing success.

We proudly support the UK's Armed Forces and Reservists, holding the Silver Award from the MOD's Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. We are dedicated to supporting the Armed Forces community, including our staff and patients.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.