Outpatients Nurse (Vascular)

SJK Healthcare Limited; Wales; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment firm in the UK is urgently seeking an experienced Vascular Outpatient Nurse to support clinics across Mid/South Wales NHS hospitals. The ideal candidate should be a registered nurse with at least a year of relevant experience in vascular care, capable of conducting patient assessments and wound care. This position offers competitive pay rates and flexible shifts.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Flexible outpatient shifts

Weekly pay

Fast‑track onboarding

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC PIN required).
• Minimum 1 year of vascular, surgical, or wound‑care nursing in UK NHS Hospitals.
• Strong understanding of peripheral vascular disease.

Responsibilities

• Supporting consultant-led vascular outpatient clinics.
• Conducting patient assessments & clinical observations.
• Preparing patients for minor vascular procedures.

Job description

Outpatients Vascular Nurse – NHS Hospitals

Location: Mid / South Wales (NHS Outpatient Departments)

Contract: Locum / Temporary / Permanent

Employer: SJK Healthcare

SJK Healthcare is urgently recruiting an experienced Vascular Outpatient Nurse to support vascular clinics across Mid / South Wales NHS hospitals. This role is ideal for a skilled nurse with strong experience in vascular, surgical, or wound care who thrives in a fast-paced outpatient environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting consultant-led vascular outpatient clinics
• Conducting patient assessments & clinical observations
• Reviewing vascular symptoms, including claudication, ulceration & post‑op concerns
• Wound care duties include:
  • Compression bandaging
  • Dressing leg ulcers
  • Managing chronic wounds
  • Assisting with Doppler assessments (if trained)
• Preparing patients for minor vascular procedures
• Providing lifestyle advice for vascular conditions (smoking cessation, exercise, diet)
• Managing telephone / virtual follow‑up clinics
• Ensuring accurate clinical documentation in line with NHS standards
• Liaising with vascular surgeons, HCAs, and the MDT

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (NMC PIN required)
• Minimum 1 year of vascular, surgical, or wound‑care nursing in UK NHS Hospitals
• Strong understanding of peripheral vascular disease
• Competency in wound care and compression therapy
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• Ability to work autonomously within a clinical team
• You must be living in the UK and have the right to work in the UK

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates
• Flexible outpatient shifts
• Weekly pay
• Fast‑track onboarding
• Dedicated recruitment consultant
• Opportunities for ongoing long‑term work