Lead Pre-Assessment Nurse for Perioperative Prep

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Pre-Assessment Specialist Support Nurse. The post involves autonomous clinic work, detailed clinical assessments, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to optimise patients before surgery.

The role may include leadership responsibilities within the team and involvement in staff development. We value experience in surgical pre-assessment and the ability to manage complex cases, with flexibility to support extended hours

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with active UK NMC registration.
• Experience in pre-assessment or perioperative settings is desirable.
• Knowledge of surgical specialities and preoperative investigations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality pre-assessment services to patients attending clinic.
• Document assessments clearly and discuss cases with the multi-professional team.
• Take lead on governance, staffing and development within the unit as applicable for Band 6.
• Contribute to staff training, appraisals and recruitment activities as required.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Autonomous working

Communication skills

Team working

Education

RN

Job description

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Pre-Assessment Specialist Support Nurse. The post involves autonomous clinic work, detailed clinical assessments, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to optimise patients before surgery.

The role may include leadership responsibilities within the team and involvement in staff development. We value experience in surgical pre-assessment and the ability to manage complex cases, with flexibility to support extended hours