Job summary
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Nurse to join our dynamic Surgical/Elective team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled nurse to contribute to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care within a fast-paced and evolving environment.The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting elective surgical pathways, ensuring safe and effective care from pre-operative assessment through to discharge. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care, lead on clinical decision-making, and support junior staff in their development.This role requires excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills, as well as a strong clinical background in surgical nursing. You will be expected to demonstrate initiative, uphold professional standards, and contribute to service improvement.If you are passionate about surgical care and looking to take the next step in your nursing career, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
- Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients undergoing elective surgical procedures.
- Act as a clinical leader within the team, supporting junior staff and promoting best practice.
- Coordinate patient care across the surgical pathway, including pre-operative assessment, intra-operative support, and post-operative recovery.
- Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective discharge planning.
- Participate in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and service development projects.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in line with Trust policies and NMC standards.
- Support the induction, training, and supervision of new and junior staff.
- Respond to clinical emergencies and escalate concerns appropriately.
- Promote a culture of safety, compassion, and continuous learning within the team.
About us
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registered Nurse- Child branch
- Post Registration Qualification ENB 998 or prep for mentorship
Desirable
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Able to make effective decisions autonomously and in partnership with children, families and the multidisciplinary team.
- Highly effective communication skills
- Ability to manage own workload.
- Ability to reflect on and develop own practice and that of team members.
Desirable
- Able to function at experienced nurse level.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years post-registration experience in an acute surgical or elective care setting
- Familiarity with pre-operative and post-operative care pathways
- Experience of managing a ward/team for defined periods of time
- Experience of working within an acute and/or community paediatric team.
- Competence in clinical decision-making and escalation processes
Desirable
- Experience in the development of a new service.
- Experience of facilitating care of children between different care settings
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
- NMC Codes and Guidelines
- Knowledge of the current issues and trends in paediatrics and the Health Service.
Desirable
- Understanding of budget management
Trust Values
Essential
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registered Nurse- Child branch
- Post Registration Qualification ENB 998 or prep for mentorship
Desirable
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Able to make effective decisions autonomously and in partnership with children, families and the multidisciplinary team.
- Highly effective communication skills
- Ability to manage own workload.
- Ability to reflect on and develop own practice and that of team members.
Desirable
- Able to function at experienced nurse level.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years post-registration experience in an acute surgical or elective care setting
- Familiarity with pre-operative and post-operative care pathways
- Experience of managing a ward/team for defined periods of time
- Experience of working within an acute and/or community paediatric team.
- Competence in clinical decision-making and escalation processes
Desirable
- Experience in the development of a new service.
- Experience of facilitating care of children between different care settings
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
- NMC Codes and Guidelines
- Knowledge of the current issues and trends in paediatrics and the Health Service.
Desirable
- Understanding of budget management
Trust Values
Essential
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
