Pre Assessment Sister/Charge Nurse - London

HCA Healthcare UK; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic nurse to join their Pre Assessment team at a leading medical centre. This role involves conducting thorough health assessments, preparing patients for surgery, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure exceptional care. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in pre-operative assessment, strong communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining high clinical standards. Join a supportive environment that prioritizes employee wellbeing and offers ample opportunities for career progression while making a meaningful impact on patient care.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Healthcare Insurance

Private pension contribution

Season Ticket Loan

Cycle to Work scheme

Group Life Assurance

Critical illness cover

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Corporate staff discount

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• NMC Registered with significant experience in Pre-Operative Assessment.
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and perioperative care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical Pre-Assessment of patients from multiple surgical specialities.
• Provide high-quality nursing care and health education to patients.
• Lead the development and implementation of the Pre-Operative Assessment service.

Skills

NMC Registration

Pre-Operative Assessment

Communication Skills

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Immediate Life Support (ILS)

Organizational Skills

Surgical Knowledge

Education

Nursing Qualification

Tools

Clinical Systems

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated nurse to join our team as the Pre Assessment Sister, at The Platinum Medical Centre (The Wellington Hospital).

This is a great opportunity to join an excellent team that is passionate about providing exceptional care and service. You will work closely with our Surgeons and Consultant Anaesthetists to ensure patients are prepared for surgery.

The role will require the suitable candidate to be competent in taking patient medical history, assessing the patient's suitability for surgery and undertaking pre-operative tests for all our patients.

As a Sister in Pre-Operative Assessment you will conduct thorough health assessments and provide comprehensive support to patients at the Pre-Assessment clinic, enabling them to be as prepared for their procedure and subsequent recovery period.

You will review patients from multiple surgical specialities and prepare our patients for their surgery, optimise their health and help to reduce cancellations.

You will undertake pre-operative tests for all our patients and work as a key part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Essential skills key to this role are implementing and maintaining high clinical standards whilst caring for patients, enhancing staff personal development, providing guidance, support and expertise to clinical staff.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. The clinical Pre-Assessment of patients from multiple surgical specialities via face to face or telephone, liaising with the Consultant Surgeons and Consultant Anaesthetists.
2. Ability to take blood samples and perform ECGs.
3. Providing high-quality nursing care, health promotion, and education to all patients attending the Pre-Assessment clinic.
4. Lead on the development and implementation of the Pre-Operative Assessment service.
5. Perform Pre-Operative Assessment as a proficient practitioner.
6. Ensure all Pre-Assessment tests are completed in a timely manner.
7. Assist in the development of Pre-Assessment protocols, guidelines and patient information.
8. To demonstrate good clinical practice at all times and to be accountable for own actions.
9. Assist in the organisation of clinics to ensure smooth, efficient operations.
10. Ensure patients' privacy and confidentiality.
11. Identify complex care patients and refer when appropriate for MDT review.
12. Liaise with consultants, ward and the multidisciplinary team to ensure a smooth patient journey.
13. To maintain accurate records of patient care & charged keyed on to Meditech.
14. Organise tests and appointments both within and outside the hospital.
15. Provide patients with information regarding the management of their condition.
16. Oversee the Pre-Assessment nursing team, supporting professional development and performance.
17. Manage the day-to-day running of Pre-Assessment clinic to ensure efficient patient flow and minimise surgery cancellations.
18. Monitor KPIs, conduct audit and implement improvements.
19. Provide education and mentor junior staff, students and new team members.
20. Contribute to the creation and review of protocols, guidelines and risk assessment.
21. Investigate and report clinical incidents or near-misses, promote a culture of safety.
22. Plan staffing rota to ensure adequate clinic coverage and appropriate skill mix.
23. Ensure supplies are available within acceptable PAR level and equipment are maintained in good working condition.
24. Collect and analyse patient data to support service development and reporting.

What you’ll bring:

1. NMC Registered.
2. Significant experience in Pre-Operative Assessment, with demonstrated proficiency in conducting thorough assessments and developing care plans.
3. Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, anaesthesia, and perioperative care.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
5. Leadership abilities to provide guidance and mentorship to the Pre-Assessment team.
6. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills to manage multiple patient assessments and documentation.
7. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic healthcare environment.
8. Immediate Life Support (ILS).
9. Understanding of Safeguarding issues and escalation processes.
10. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
11. Competent with computers and able to use clinical systems.

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day.

As a Sister in our Pre assessment Unit you’ll be eligible for:

1. 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you.
2. Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals.
3. Private pension contribution which increases with length of service.
4. Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme.
5. Group Life Assurance from day one.
6. Critical illness cover.
7. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay.
8. Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland.
9. Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you.
10. Discounts with over 800 major retailers.

Culture and values

At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us bring as we know that when you feel seen, heard and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other. Our mission is simple, above all else we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life, a clear statement that extends to both our patients and colleagues. To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values:

1. Unique and Individual: We recognise and value everyone as unique and individual.
2. Kindness and compassion: We treat people with kindness and compassion.
3. Honesty, integrity and fairness: We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness.
4. Loyalty, respect and dignity: We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect and dignity.

Reasonable adjustments

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.

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