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Spire Healthcare Ltd

Registered Nurse - Pre-assessment

The closing date is 30 April 2026

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Job summary

Spire Clare Park is recruiting for an enthusiastic and committed Staff nurse to join us on a full-time basis. You will be based in our Pre-Assessment unit, working alongside an experienced and dynamic team covering a wide variety of specialisms. This unmissable opportunity will enable you to further develop your clinical skills in a modern and supportive environment.

Main duties of the job

You will support in assessing patient's health and well-being across a complex and changing caseload Undertake electronic pre-operative assessment of patients Identify and escalate patients of concern against the hospital's admission criteria to senior nursing staff Ability to undertake a full patient health assessment and triage their pre-operative assessment requirements Assist in the delivery of care to meet the individuals' health and wellbeing needs. Provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information Develop own knowledge and skills and that of others Promote best practice in health and safety and security Assist in maintaining and developing services

About us

"Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services."

Details

Date posted

26 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£37,625 to £37,625 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

26619

Job locations

Crondall Lane

Farnham

GU10 5XX


Job description

Job responsibilities

Staff Nurse | Pre-Operative Assessment | Band 5 equivalent salary - dependent on experience | Full time- 37.5 hours | Farnham | Learning and advancement opportunities Spire Clare Park is recruiting for an enthusiastic and committed Staff nurse to join us on a full-time basis. You will be based in our Pre-Assessment unit, working alongside an experienced and dynamic team covering a wide variety of specialisms. This unmissable opportunity will enable you to further develop your clinical skills in a modern and supportive environment. For over 35 years, Spire Clare Park Hospital has been providing surgery, medical care, out patients and diagnostic imaging services for adults, children and young people within Surrey and Hampshire. Recently rated 'Good' by the CQC, we offer a wide range of surgical specialities that include cosmetic surgery, bones & joints, eye surgery, general surgery and women's health. Our on-site facilities include three operating theatres (two with laminar flow), two wards with 34 registered beds (used flexibly for inpatients and day care) and a three bedded enhanced recovery unit. Duties and responsibilities:

  • You will support in assessing patient's health and well-being across a complex and changing caseload
  • Undertake electronic pre-operative assessment of patients
  • Identify and escalate patients of concern against the hospital's admission criteria to senior nursing staff
  • Ability to undertake a full patient health assessment and triage their pre-operative assessment requirements
  • Assist in the delivery of care to meet the individuals' health and wellbeing needs.
  • Provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information
  • Develop own knowledge and skills and that of others
  • Promote best practice in health and safety and security
  • Assist in maintaining and developing services
    • Who we're looking for:
  • You will be a Registered Nurse with no restrictions on practice
  • Have previous experience working in Pre-Assessment is a must
  • Be used to working in teams with minimum supervision
  • Experience of working in an acute environment
  • Competence across a range of skills, supported by professional and clinical knowledge acquired through state registration
  • Advanced IT skills for electronic pre-operative assessment system
  • Phlebotomy, venepuncture and ECG skills desirable (or willing to be trained).
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Pre-Operative Assessment Association course desirable
    • Benefits: We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
  • 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
  • Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
  • 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Health Assessment
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Sharesave
  • Free DBS
    • Our Values We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation: Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart. We commit to our employee's well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward. "Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services." For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Staff Nurse | Pre-Operative Assessment | Band 5 equivalent salary - dependent on experience | Full time- 37.5 hours | Farnham | Learning and advancement opportunities Spire Clare Park is recruiting for an enthusiastic and committed Staff nurse to join us on a full-time basis. You will be based in our Pre-Assessment unit, working alongside an experienced and dynamic team covering a wide variety of specialisms. This unmissable opportunity will enable you to further develop your clinical skills in a modern and supportive environment. For over 35 years, Spire Clare Park Hospital has been providing surgery, medical care, out patients and diagnostic imaging services for adults, children and young people within Surrey and Hampshire. Recently rated 'Good' by the CQC, we offer a wide range of surgical specialities that include cosmetic surgery, bones & joints, eye surgery, general surgery and women's health. Our on-site facilities include three operating theatres (two with laminar flow), two wards with 34 registered beds (used flexibly for inpatients and day care) and a three bedded enhanced recovery unit. Duties and responsibilities:

  • You will support in assessing patient's health and well-being across a complex and changing caseload
  • Undertake electronic pre-operative assessment of patients
  • Identify and escalate patients of concern against the hospital's admission criteria to senior nursing staff
  • Ability to undertake a full patient health assessment and triage their pre-operative assessment requirements
  • Assist in the delivery of care to meet the individuals' health and wellbeing needs.
  • Provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information
  • Develop own knowledge and skills and that of others
  • Promote best practice in health and safety and security
  • Assist in maintaining and developing services
    • Who we're looking for:
  • You will be a Registered Nurse with no restrictions on practice
  • Have previous experience working in Pre-Assessment is a must
  • Be used to working in teams with minimum supervision
  • Experience of working in an acute environment
  • Competence across a range of skills, supported by professional and clinical knowledge acquired through state registration
  • Advanced IT skills for electronic pre-operative assessment system
  • Phlebotomy, venepuncture and ECG skills desirable (or willing to be trained).
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Pre-Operative Assessment Association course desirable
    • Benefits: We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
  • 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
  • Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
  • 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Health Assessment
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Sharesave
  • Free DBS
    • Our Values We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation: Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart. We commit to our employee's well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward. "Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services." For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • You will be a Registered Nurse with no restrictions on practice
    • Have previous experience working in Pre-Assessment is a must
    • Be used to working in teams with minimum supervision
    • Experience of working in an acute environment
    • Competence across a range of skills, supported by professional and clinical knowledge acquired through state registration
    • Advanced IT skills for electronic pre-operative assessment system
    • Phlebotomy, venepuncture and ECG skills desirable (or willing to be trained).
    • Outstanding communication skills
    • Pre-Operative Assessment Association course desirable

    Experience

    Essential

    • You will be a Registered Nurse with no restrictions on practice
    • Have previous experience working in Pre-Assessment is a must
    • Be used to working in teams with minimum supervision
    • Experience of working in an acute environment
    • Competence across a range of skills, supported by professional and clinical knowledge acquired through state registration
    • Advanced IT skills for electronic pre-operative assessment system
    • Phlebotomy, venepuncture and ECG skills desirable (or willing to be trained).
    • Outstanding communication skills
    • Pre-Operative Assessment Association course desirable
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • You will be a Registered Nurse with no restrictions on practice
    • Have previous experience working in Pre-Assessment is a must
    • Be used to working in teams with minimum supervision
    • Experience of working in an acute environment
    • Competence across a range of skills, supported by professional and clinical knowledge acquired through state registration
    • Advanced IT skills for electronic pre-operative assessment system
    • Phlebotomy, venepuncture and ECG skills desirable (or willing to be trained).
    • Outstanding communication skills
    • Pre-Operative Assessment Association course desirable

    Experience

    Essential

    • You will be a Registered Nurse with no restrictions on practice
    • Have previous experience working in Pre-Assessment is a must
    • Be used to working in teams with minimum supervision
    • Experience of working in an acute environment
    • Competence across a range of skills, supported by professional and clinical knowledge acquired through state registration
    • Advanced IT skills for electronic pre-operative assessment system
    • Phlebotomy, venepuncture and ECG skills desirable (or willing to be trained).
    • Outstanding communication skills
    • Pre-Operative Assessment Association course desirable

    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.

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Spire Healthcare Ltd

    Address

    Crondall Lane

    Farnham

    GU10 5XX


    Employer's website

    https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Spire Healthcare Ltd

    Address

    Crondall Lane

    Farnham

    GU10 5XX


    Employer's website

    https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Resourcing Partner

    Tim Shaw

    tim.shaw@spirehealthcare.com

    Details

    Date posted

    26 March 2026

    Pay scheme

    Agenda for change

    Band

    Band 5

    Salary

    £37,625 to £37,625 a year

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    26619

    Job locations

    Crondall Lane

    Farnham

    GU10 5XX


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