Senior Staff Nurse (Band 6) Day Surgery

Royal Marsden; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London seeks a motivated Day Surgery Nurse to provide pre- and post-operative care for oncology patients. The role requires excellent communication skills, flexibility, and management experience. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic team environment, fostering specialized skills and professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Learning opportunities

Career pathways

Annual flu vaccination

Qualifications

• Recent general surgical or Day Surgery experience required.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development necessary.
• Pre-assessment experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Caring for patients undergoing interventional radiology procedures.
• Managing patient caseloads according to protocols.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Numeracy

Computer Literacy

Education

NMC registration

Post-registration experience in an acute setting

Teaching experience

Day Surgery and Pre-Assessment courses

Tools

Venepuncture

Cannulation

Job description

We are currently seeking a highly motivated individual to join a busy team of dedicated Day Surgery Nurses.

The Day Surgery nurses provide pre- and post-operative care for day case patients in an oncology setting, undergoing both general and local anaesthetic procedures. They also prepare a high turnover of patients for more major surgery.

The unit also offers a pre-assessment service to evaluate Day Surgery patients for various surgical procedures, including specialties such as breast, urology, plastics, gynaecology, head, and neck.

It is essential that the candidate can work using their own initiative and collaborate effectively as part of a team. You will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills, work well under pressure, and provide a high standard of care.

You must be flexible, possess excellent communication skills, and have management experience. Flexibility regarding working hours is essential, as days and hours during the week can vary.

Pre-assessment experience is desirable; training will be provided to the right individual. Recent general surgical or Day Surgery experience is required. Evidence of ongoing professional development is also necessary.

Main duties of the job

We seek an enthusiastic, experienced, motivated, and dynamic nurse to join our Day Surgery/Surgical Admissions and Pre-assessment service. The role includes caring for patients undergoing interventional radiology procedures. All surgical admissions, whether in-patient or day cases, are managed through the unit. The post holder will be required to take charge of a shift, demonstrate effective communication with a multidisciplinary team, and deliver high-quality, evidence-based care. You will also be responsible for developing a team of staff under the supervision of the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse. The environment is challenging, exciting, and supportive, fostering the development of specialized skills. You will work as part of a highly skilled team including nurses, anaesthetists, and HCAs. A supernumerary period working alongside senior team members will be provided, along with opportunities to undertake relevant courses at the Royal Marsden School of Nursing. After training, the successful candidate is expected to work independently and manage their own caseload in collaboration with the day surgery pre-assessment sister. The service operates Monday to Friday.

Working for our organisation

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre committed to providing the best cancer care globally and advancing research. Employing over 4,500 staff across various careers, the trust has two hospitals in Chelsea and Sutton, as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

We value life and are dedicated to excellence in all we do. Our team environment is stimulating and dynamic, offering extensive benefits, learning opportunities, and clear career pathways. We support flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance. We seek employees who aspire to excellence, share our values, and contribute to our ongoing success.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Further details are provided in the attached Job Description and Person Specification:

2.1. Develop and apply clinical leadership skills, maintaining credibility through practice and professional development.
2.2. Manage patient caseloads according to protocols, consulting with the multidisciplinary team as needed.
2.3. Collaborate with the unit’s manager and anaesthetists to develop skills in health assessment, including history taking, physical examination, and psychological well-being evaluation.
2.4. Order, interpret blood tests, and initiate appropriate actions.
2.5. Order and follow up investigations based on clinical assessments.
2.6. Make onward referrals and follow-up referrals to specialists or primary care.
2.7. Maintain clinical skills such as venepuncture and cannulation.
2.8. Assist in developing the Admissions and Pre-assessment Service through research, audits, and clinical development.
2.9. Act as a coordinator to streamline communication of results and investigations, maintaining a regular presence within the unit during working hours.

Person specification

Education/Qualifications

• NMC registration
• Post-registration experience in an acute setting
• Teaching experience
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Day Surgery and Pre-Assessment courses
• Clinical skills such as venepuncture and cannulation
• Training or willingness to undertake physical assessment skills

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Numeracy and computer literacy skills

We value diversity and are committed to recruiting from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian, minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, and those with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we aim to create an inclusive workplace where all staff can reach their potential. We encourage early applications due to high application volumes, and advise applicants to check their email regularly for updates.

Flu Vaccination Policy

To protect our immunocompromised patients, all patient-facing staff are expected to receive an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020, and a DBS disclosure will be required.