Pre-Assessment Nurse
| Posting date: | 20 May 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 June 2024 |
| Location: | Grimsby, DN32 9RP |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | B0318-24-0018 |
Summary
Main Responsibilities and Duties: Participate in the delivery of care to ensure the individual needs of the patients are met Demonstrate an ability to assess the patients health status and follow agreed care pathways regarding the patients suitability for surgery or suitability to be added to the elective surgical waiting list, in accordance with Trust guidance and policies. This will include an electronic triage process as well as assessing patients direct from an outpatient setting. Demonstrate an understanding of the physical, social and psychological care of patients about to undergo surgery Be able to offer health promotion as required. Develop and update patient information literature in accordance with Trust guidelines Be proficient and competent in phlebotomy Be proficient and competent in recording ECGs Order Pre-Operative tests and Investigations according to NICE and Trust guidelines Have the ability and knowledge to work within all aspects of the pre-operative patient assessment pathway for all elective patients Co-ordinate the results of tests and investigations, liaising with GPs and taking action as required to reduce cancellations of surgery and improve patient health outcomes Promote evidence based clinical practice and assist the Senior Sister in performance improvement within Pre-assessment. Act as a Link Nurse resource for a specified clinical area and disseminate information to the rest of the team To liaise with the Bookings team to ensure smooth administration of all clinics and waiting lists. Undertake any clinical role in the absence of other colleagues from the department. Assist in the provision of support to patients and staff in the delivery of individual nursing care in accordance with the Trust policies and procedures. Provide clinical advice and support to junior staff within the multidisciplinary team. Monitor the delivery of care against the appropriate documentation. Promote and maintain a safe, welcoming and comfortable environment for the patients, carers, relatives, visitors and staff. Assist in the implementation and delivery of the Trust Carers strategy Ensure clinical governance encompasses continuous quality improvement that focuses on the fundamentals of care (Essence of Care) Assist the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in developing service improvements Actively promotes and contributes to nurse led initiatives within the department. There is occasional requirement to exert moderate physical effort for several short periods during a shift whilst pushing wheelchairs, assisting patients onto examination couches. And repositioning patients Liaise with the Senior Sister/Matron to identify areas of change in practice and ensure these are achieved. Assist in the effective leadership within the clinical area Demonstrate up to date knowledge and understanding of National, Trust and Divisional issues and priorities, to facilitate clear leadership and direction. Encourage and support junior staff within their working practice, maintaining confidentiality. Work closely with the Senior Sister/Matron/Clinicians to assist in implementing the Trust Clinical Governance and Nursing Strategy and work towards the development of the Unit Demonstrate effective communication with all staff ensuring dissemination and exchange of information. In the absence of a senior member of the team you will undertake the day to day management role of the Unit, with support from the Matron. Responsible for maintaining own clinical competence and professional development The Staff Nurse will assist in the provision of information for their department Responsibilities for People or Training The Staff Nurse will participate in providing a suitable learning environment for pre and post registration students and patients Provide clinical advice and support to junior staff within the multidisciplinary team. Actively promote and participate in the Health Education of patients attending the Unit Deliver Patient education class to elective orthopaedic patients undergoing joint replacement surgery Regular VDU usage and the use of several software applications