Registered Pre-assessment Nurse (Bank)
| Posting date: | 03 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £16.74 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | £16.74 an hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 March 2026 |
| Location: | Grimsby, DN32 9RP |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | B0318-26-0002 |
Summary
Knowledge and experience in surgical nursing, working with complex surgical patients with a vast variety of patient specialties. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide the highest standard of nursing care. Assess, plan, implement and evaluate programs of care, actively seeking evidence-based practice which will improve the quality of care and meeting the needs of the patients. Competency in wound clinic, including complex wound management. Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, relatives and staff, overcoming any barriers to understanding and providing support during distressing or emotional events, eg where a patient is unable to progress to surgery due to risks identified at nurse led pre-assessment Competency in pre-op admission and appropriate risk assessment and care planning to meet individual needs, ensuring any risks are identified and escalated as per the pre-assessment guidance. Assist in minor and intermediate surgical procedures, following a period of training in aseptic non-touch technique (ANTT) and day theatre. Ensure the safety of the department and the risk management process by actively participating in clinical risk and quality issues, including the reporting and management of clinical incidents. A range of physical skills also include, administering injections, wound care, completing patient observations, using a keyboard, using mechanical equipment, transferring patients, fitting prescribed TED stockings and other health care aids. Order tests and clinical investigations as directed using the clients IT systems and access results as appropriate ensuring that the correct results are documented. Must work at all times in accordance with the NMC Code Be able to identify and react appropriately to changing demands, situations and pressures in the department and prioritize accordingly, working as part of the team to be flexible and accommodating as appropriate, ensuring patient safety is always prioritised. Maintain confidentiality and integrity of information in line with data protection requirements.