Pre-Assessment Unit Nurse / AHP

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust; Harlow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned healthcare institution in Harlow is seeking a compassionate Pre-Assessment Unit Nurse to provide skilled care in a supportive environment. The role involves delivering expert assessments, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring patient safety. Ideal candidates are Registered Nurses or Operating Department Practitioners with a strong commitment to professional development and teamwork. This position offers a unique opportunity to play a vital role in preparing patients for surgery.

Benefits

Development opportunities

Flexible working

Strong focus on wellbeing

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (part 1 register) or Registered Operating Practitioner.
• Evidence of continued professional studies related to area of surgery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver skilled nursing care to patients attending pre-assessment clinics.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, coordinating with the wider clinical team.
• Ensure accurate documentation and adherence to clinical guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Interest in Pre Assessment

Team building skills

Education

Degree in nursing or equivalent

Teaching qualification such as practice assessor or mentorship

Job description

Pre-Assessment Unit Nurse / AHP

The closing date is 17 November 2025.

Are you a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner looking to make a real difference in patient care? Join our dedicated Pre-Assessment team at The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, where we put patients at the heart of everything we do. This is an exciting opportunity to provide expert, holistic care in a dynamic and supportive environment, ensuring patients are fully prepared for surgery and receive the highest standard of care.

Main duties of the job

Conduct detailed pre-assessments in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Provide patients and their families with clear information and support regarding upcoming procedures. Maintain high standards of clinical practice and patient safety. Act as a role model and mentor to junior staff. Support the department manager in service development and quality improvement initiatives. Uphold Trust values: Patient at Heart, Everyday Excellence, and Creative Collaboration.

About us

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wavea national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector. This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives. We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Job responsibilities

• Deliver skilled nursing care to patients attending pre-assessment clinics.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, coordinating with the wider clinical team.
• Interpret clinical information to identify risks related to surgery or anaesthesia.
• Ensure accurate documentation and adherence to clinical guidelines.
• Request investigations in line with NICE guidelines and evidence-based practice.
• Promote health education and support patients in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (part 1 register)/Registered Operating Practitioner
• Evidence of continued professional studies related to area of surgery
• Teaching qualification such as practice assessor or mentorship
• Degree in nursing or equivalent

Experience

• Demonstrate interest and commitment to the professional development of others
• Able to contribute to the development of students, nurses and self
• Able to contribute to develop the workplace as a learning environment
• Communication skills able to relate and communicate with patients and staff at all levels and from different professions. Adapts communication style as necessary and is able to work with and through others
• Interest in Pre Assessment
• Awareness and understanding of current health issues
• Team building and working skills
• Understanding of issues pertaining to change management
• Understanding if the issues pertaining to patient safety and quality

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust