Pre-Op Assessment & Surgical Admissions Specialist

The Methodist Church in Britain; Torquay; Sur place; GBP 21 000 - 26 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Nursing Associate/Assistant Practitioner to carry out pre-operative assessments for elective surgery patients. You will address physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs and support patients on the day of surgery in collaboration with surgeons and anaesthetists.

The successful candidate will work within a small team, receive training opportunities and operate under supervision, contributing to a high-quality, patient-centred service

Qualifications

• Accomplished grade as indicated in the Qualifications section.

Responsabilités

• Carry out pre-operative assessment of suitable patients waiting for elective surgery
• Cover the physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs of patients during assessment
• Support patients on the day of surgery, working with the surgeon and anaesthetist to ensure they are safe and ready for theatre
• Escort patients to the anaesthetic room, ensure correct monitoring is in place and remain present during the anaesthetic
• Advocate for patients and ensure their safety
• Support band 3 healthcare assistants in the testing clinic
• Take an active part in the multidisciplinary team, working under proximal supervision of a registered nurse or practitioner
• Work within your determined scope of practice
• Deliver a high-quality, person-centred, individualised service that complies with legislation and standards
• Work collaboratively with colleagues within and outside the department
• Help create a no-blame culture where feedback and learning are valued
• Build working relationships and trust, and provide support when required

Formation

Achieved grade

Description du poste

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Nursing Associate/Assistant Practitioner to carry out pre-operative assessments for elective surgery patients. You will address physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs and support patients on the day of surgery in collaboration with surgeons and anaesthetists.

The successful candidate will work within a small team, receive training opportunities and operate under supervision, contributing to a high-quality, patient-centred service