Job summary
We are looking for an experienced POA nurse that is ready for the next step in their career. Taking the opportunity to grow their leadership skills as well as provide senior clinical support to their colleagues.
We are currently going through a transformation process that we are extremely excited about, including a complete refurbishment of the clinical space at one of our sites.
If you think that you would like the opportunity to join our journey and be a key part in the change management process, we would love you to apply.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for assessing the fitness of adult patients for anaesthetic prior to surgery within the pre-assessment clinics across on any site across Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
To provide high quality, effective, individualised care to pre-operative patients and organise specific needs resulting from the assessment of these patients without supervision. This is done within the framework of a nurse-led clinical environment with individual caseload management responsibilities.
To instigate nursing, medical and support investigations and services for patients prior to admission to hospital and to liaise with wards, theatre, admission and discharge teams with regards to special needs of the patients with minimal support.
To ensure that the needs of the patients are placed at the centre of care
To contribute to clinical and professional support to the teams in both Elective Admissions and Pre-Operative Assessment.
Contribute to standards of nursing care and take appropriate action to maintain and improve them.
To respond to patients, relatives and carers concerns as they arise and take remedial action as required.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .
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 overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
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 overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or Healthcare Professional
- Current NMC/HP Registration and PIN
- Pre-Operative Assessment Course (Min. Foundation)
- Teaching Qualification or Equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuing Professional development
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Team working
- Effective time Management Ability to problem solve and to use own initiative
- Ability to perform clinical activities specific to role
- Appropriate detailed knowledge of pharmacology and physiology as appropriate for the role
- Knowledge of NMC Code of Professional Conduct and application to daily working
- Knowledge of NICE guidelines re Elective Admissions and Pre-Operative Assessment
Desirable
- Ability to appraise staff
Experience
Essential
- Excellent Clinical Assessment skills
- Experience with digital Nursing processes
- Ability to triage patients for surgery according to ASA criteria
- Proficiency in Word processing / IT skills
- Experience of autonomous working within the setting of the surgical patient pathway
Desirable
- Knowledge of quality, Standard setting, Benchmarking and audit
- Experience with and managing staff appraisals
Person Specification
Education/qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or Healthcare Professional
- Current NMC/HP Registration and PIN
- Pre-Operative Assessment Course (Min. Foundation)
- Teaching Qualification or Equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuing Professional development
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Team working
- Effective time Management Ability to problem solve and to use own initiative
- Ability to perform clinical activities specific to role
- Appropriate detailed knowledge of pharmacology and physiology as appropriate for the role
- Knowledge of NMC Code of Professional Conduct and application to daily working
- Knowledge of NICE guidelines re Elective Admissions and Pre-Operative Assessment
Desirable
- Ability to appraise staff
Experience
Essential
- Excellent Clinical Assessment skills
- Experience with digital Nursing processes
- Ability to triage patients for surgery according to ASA criteria
- Proficiency in Word processing / IT skills
- Experience of autonomous working within the setting of the surgical patient pathway
Desirable
- Knowledge of quality, Standard setting, Benchmarking and audit
- Experience with and managing staff appraisals
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).
