Orthopaedic Pre-Op Nurse: Lead Assessments & Care

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Braintree; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced band 6 Orthopaedic Pre-assessment nurse to join their innovative team in Braintree. This role involves carrying out comprehensive pre-operative assessments, developing individualised care plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have strong decision-making skills and a passion for high-quality patient care. The position may also offer development to Band 5 candidates. The role emphasizes patient education and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Passion for high-quality care.
• Experience in pre-operative assessments.
• Ability to manage pre-operative risks.

Responsibilities

• Assess elective orthopedic surgery patients for fitness for surgery.
• Develop individualised care plans.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain safe working environment.

Skills

Advanced assessment skills

Decision-making skills

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Patient education

Quality improvement initiatives

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced band 6 Orthopaedic Pre-assessment nurse to join their innovative team in Braintree. This role involves carrying out comprehensive pre-operative assessments, developing individualised care plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have strong decision-making skills and a passion for high-quality patient care. The position may also offer development to Band 5 candidates. The role emphasizes patient education and quality improvement initiatives.