Perioperative Care NP: Lead Preop Optimisation

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for an autonomous Nurse Practitioner in the Perioperative care service. The post holder will optimise patients pre-surgery and contribute to reducing waiting times, with scope to work across Southampton General Hospital and other sites after training.

The role requires flexible hours, travel between sites, and a commitment to continuous learning within a multidisciplinary team dedicated to patient-centred care.

Qualifications

• Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma).
• Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register.
• Evidence of supporting learners in practice.
• Completion of all Nurse Practitioner competencies including History Taking and Physical Examination.
• Evidence of on-going personal and professional development.
• Significant Post Registration Experience within chosen specialty.
• Broad awareness of wider Trust initiatives / pressures.

Responsibilities

• Provide perioperative assessment and optimisation for surgical patients.
• Work within the Perioperative care team to deliver patient-centred care.
• Be willing to travel between sites and support cross-site coverage.
• Discuss flexible hours at interview and adapt to service needs.

Skills

Communication

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Delegation

Leadership

Motivational

Teamwork

General IT skills

Prioritisation

Working under pressure

Education

Nursing degree/diploma

Job description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for an autonomous Nurse Practitioner in the Perioperative care service. The post holder will optimise patients pre-surgery and contribute to reducing waiting times, with scope to work across Southampton General Hospital and other sites after training.

The role requires flexible hours, travel between sites, and a commitment to continuous learning within a multidisciplinary team dedicated to patient-centred care.