Job summary
The Centralised Pre Assessment Unit is seeking a motivated staff nurse to join the team, providing detailed nursing assessments for elective Surgical procedures.
The nurse-led department is supported by consultant anaesthetists and has a strong clinically creditable leadership team who offer pre-operative assessments for adult patients undergoing surgeries under general anaesthetic or regional block across various specialties.
To succeed in this position, you should be a highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills. Tailored support will be given to the successful candidate to fulfil the role of a pre-operative assessment nurse/ OPD.
The service is cross- site located at two sites: Birmingham Treatment Centre and Sandwell Health Campus. There is an expectation you are able to work at either site as part of the role.
Main duties of the job
Assess adult patients for fitness for general/regional anaesthetic or sedation.
Conduct comprehensive physical, social, emotional and spiritual assessments.
Optimize patients prior to surgery to improve surgical outcomes.
Work independently within a clinic while managing a complex caseload.
About us
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.
We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.
Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.
Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The service is cross- site located at two sites: The Birmingham Treatment Centre and Sandwell Health Campus. There is an expectation you are able to work at either campus as part of the role.
To undertake pre-operative assessment of patients from a range of surgical specialties in a nurse led clinic environment.
Preform protocol based examination and assessment of patients. Initiate and follow through investigations and referrals to other health care professionals according to agreed protocols.
Commence necessary planning for perioperative care and ensure timely discharge.
Maintain close liaison with staff concerned with planning and scheduling patient admissions.
To work independently; autonomously and without direct supervision after completing recognised competencies.
Regularly take charge of the clinical area in the absence of the person who has continuing responsibility or his/her deputy.
Utilises and integrates evidence into practice. The post holder is required to be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
We run a Monday to Friday, 0730 - 1730 service and are closed on weekends and bank holidays. You will be required to work flexibly across both sites. Interested candidates would be welcome to have an initial visit and informal discussion. We look forward to hearing from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The service is cross- site located at two sites: The Birmingham Treatment Centre and Sandwell Health Campus. There is an expectation you are able to work at either campus as part of the role.
To undertake pre-operative assessment of patients from a range of surgical specialties in a nurse led clinic environment.
Preform protocol based examination and assessment of patients. Initiate and follow through investigations and referrals to other health care professionals according to agreed protocols.
Commence necessary planning for perioperative care and ensure timely discharge.
Maintain close liaison with staff concerned with planning and scheduling patient admissions.
To work independently; autonomously and without direct supervision after completing recognised competencies.
Regularly take charge of the clinical area in the absence of the person who has continuing responsibility or his/her deputy.
Utilises and integrates evidence into practice. The post holder is required to be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
We run a Monday to Friday, 0730 - 1730 service and are closed on weekends and bank holidays. You will be required to work flexibly across both sites. Interested candidates would be welcome to have an initial visit and informal discussion. We look forward to hearing from you.
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
Use of IT systems.
Essential
- Competent in use of various IT systems.
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
Use of IT systems.
Essential
- Competent in use of various IT systems.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
Address
Sandwell Health Campus and Birmingham Treatment Centre
Birmingham Treatment Centre, Dudley Road
Birmingham
B18 7QH
Employer's website
https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
