Pre-Assessment Nurse — Surgical Prep & Patient Care

Horder Healthcare; Heathfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The Horder Centre in Crowborough is seeking a part-time Pre-assessment Registered Nurse to join our focused pre-operative team. You will perform comprehensive assessments, contribute to pre-admission screening, and support patients from initial assessment to surgery preparation.

The role requires current NMC registration, acute hospital experience, and excellent communication within a multidisciplinary team. We offer a supportive environment with learning opportunities and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current professional registration.
• Post-registration experience within an acute hospital setting.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A flexible and professional approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out comprehensive patient assessments and pre-admission screening in line with established policies and protocols.
• Delivering high-quality clinical care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient needs.
• Providing clear, appropriate, and supportive information to patients and their families.
• Working closely with consultants, clinicians, and multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure outstanding patient outcomes.
• Supporting and promoting infection prevention and control measures across the department.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring any incidents or concerns are appropriately documented and escalated.
• Acting as a professional role model and supporting junior colleagues within a positive learning environment.
• Promoting effective communication with patients, visitors, and colleagues at all times.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of services and supporting departmental and organisational objectives.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Acute hospital experience

Lifelong learning

Teamwork

Education

NMC registered

Job description

The Horder Centre in Crowborough is seeking a part-time Pre-assessment Registered Nurse to join our focused pre-operative team. You will perform comprehensive assessments, contribute to pre-admission screening, and support patients from initial assessment to surgery preparation.

The role requires current NMC registration, acute hospital experience, and excellent communication within a multidisciplinary team. We offer a supportive environment with learning opportunities and patient-centered care.