PreAMS Senior Staff Nurse (Band 6) - Pre-operative assessment - University Hospitals of North M[...]

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust; Stafford; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated PreAMS Senior Staff Nurse to join their innovative team. This role is pivotal in optimizing surgical admissions and enhancing patient care through comprehensive pre-operative assessments. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to the Elective Recovery Program and ensuring high clinical standards. With a commitment to staff development and an inclusive culture, this position offers a unique chance to make a significant impact in a major trauma center serving millions. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to advance your career, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse or theatre practitioner with specialist assessment skills.
• Minimum 4 years post-registration experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide autonomous patient care in pre-operative management.
• Focus on digitalizing patient pathways and improving efficiency.

Skills

'In-charge' experience

NMP

Health assessment experience

Education

NMC registration

Teaching qualification

Physical assessment course

Job description

Employer: University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust

Site: County Hospital, Stafford

Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum

Closing Date: 14/05/2025 23:59

PreAMS Senior Staff Nurse

Band 6

Job Overview

The Pre-admission Management Service (PreAMS) is the primary portal for surgical admissions at UHNM, aiming to optimize services within the surgical directorate. It supports the delivery of the 18-week RTT and 2WW cancer targets, reduces clinical risks by minimizing post-operative morbidity and mortality through comprehensive pre-operative assessments, and enhances theatre utilization by reducing cancellations and supporting reduced hospital stays.

Main Duties

This permanent role offers an opportunity to work in the innovative pre-operative assessment field. The position is funded as part of UHNM's Elective Recovery Program, focusing on digitalizing patient pathways and improving organizational efficiency.

We seek an experienced registered nurse or theatre practitioner with specialist assessment skills and high clinical standards to join our nurse-led team. The role involves autonomous patient care and requires an advanced level of practice and knowledge in pre-operative patient management.

About Our Organization

UHNM is one of the country's largest and most modern NHS trusts, with facilities across Royal Stoke and County Hospital in Stafford, serving approximately three million people. We are a major trauma center for the North Midlands and North Wales.

Our organization values every employee's contribution and offers diverse development opportunities. We promote an inclusive culture, ensuring equal opportunities and fostering respect and value among staff. We believe investing in our staff directly enhances the quality of care provided.

Job Details & Responsibilities

For further information, see the attached JD and PS or contact Service Lead Louise Chilton at 01782 676525.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• NMC registration
• Teaching qualification
• Physical assessment course

Experience

• Minimum 4 years post-registration experience
• Surgical experience at UHNM

Skills

• 'In-charge' experience >12 months
• NMP
• Health assessment experience

Application Information

• Ensure email contacts for referees are provided for the last three years of employment.
• We are committed to equality and welcome applications regardless of background.
• Flexible working options are available.
• Applicants may need to pay for DBS checks.
• We support applications from Armed Forces personnel and encourage diverse applicants.

We communicate via email; please check regularly. For application support, contact 01782 675533. Qualified overseas applicants must provide official translations. Visa holders should have at least six months remaining on their current visa.

Additional Information

This role requires UK professional registration and is subject to DBS checks, in accordance with UK law.