Spire Healthcare Ltd

Registered Nurse POA

The closing date is 20 April 2026

Job summary

Spire Harpenden Hospital has an exciting new opportunity for a Pre-Assessment Nurse to join our well established team.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as part of the Pre-operative assessment (POA) service ensuring safe and effective pre-operative care. Reporting to the POA lead Nurse the post holder is responsible for ensuring the safe assessment of patients.

About us

At Spire Harpenden, we pride ourselves on our comprehensive private hospital services and high standards of care for our patients in Hertfordshire. We're dedicated to providing quality treatment and aftercare. This means ongoing investment in our facilities and introducing new services so you can have up-to-date treatment and care in a clean, comfortable environment.

Details

Date posted

20 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

26352

Job locations

Ambrose Ln, Harpenden AL5 4BP

Harpenden

AL5 4BP


Job description

Job responsibilities

Pre Assessment Registered Nurse | Spire Harpenden Hospital | Full Time 26 hours per week | Spire Harpenden Hopsital has an exciting new opportunity for a Pre-Assessment Nurse to join our well established team. At Spire Harpenden, we pride ourselves on our comprehensive private hospital services and high standards of care for our patients in Hertfordshire. We're dedicated to providing quality treatment and aftercare. This means ongoing investment in our facilities and introducing new services so you can have up-to-date treatment and care in a clean, comfortable environment. Duties and responsibilities: This is a key patient safety role within Spire - The post holder will work as part of the Pre-operative assessment (POA) service ensuring safe and effective pre-operative care. Reporting to the POA lead Nurse the post holder is responsible for ensuring the safe assessment of patients Ideally, they will be able to demonstrate an advanced level of assessment skills with analysis of clinical findings to determine fitness to proceed to surgery. Who we're looking for: - Be NMC registered - your pin should not have any restrictions or conditions - Have a minimum of 2 years experience in an acute or preoperative setting - Compassionate and able to showcase excellent patient care - Strong communication skills - Flexible to work any days between Mon - Fri 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 - Free Bupa wellness screening - Private medical insurance - Life assurance - Save an average of £50 per month with our free onsite car park We commit to our employees 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." Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart. Closing date for internal applicants: Friday 6th March 2026

Job description

Job responsibilities

Pre Assessment Registered Nurse | Spire Harpenden Hospital | Full Time 26 hours per week | Spire Harpenden Hopsital has an exciting new opportunity for a Pre-Assessment Nurse to join our well established team. At Spire Harpenden, we pride ourselves on our comprehensive private hospital services and high standards of care for our patients in Hertfordshire. We're dedicated to providing quality treatment and aftercare. This means ongoing investment in our facilities and introducing new services so you can have up-to-date treatment and care in a clean, comfortable environment. Duties and responsibilities: This is a key patient safety role within Spire - The post holder will work as part of the Pre-operative assessment (POA) service ensuring safe and effective pre-operative care. Reporting to the POA lead Nurse the post holder is responsible for ensuring the safe assessment of patients Ideally, they will be able to demonstrate an advanced level of assessment skills with analysis of clinical findings to determine fitness to proceed to surgery. Who we're looking for: - Be NMC registered - your pin should not have any restrictions or conditions - Have a minimum of 2 years experience in an acute or preoperative setting - Compassionate and able to showcase excellent patient care - Strong communication skills - Flexible to work any days between Mon - Fri 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 - Free Bupa wellness screening - Private medical insurance - Life assurance - Save an average of £50 per month with our free onsite car park We commit to our employees 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." Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart. Closing date for internal applicants: Friday 6th March 2026

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Nursing Degree

Experience

Essential

  • Have a minimum of 2 years experience in an acute or preoperative setting
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Nursing Degree

Experience

Essential

  • Have a minimum of 2 years experience in an acute or preoperative setting

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.

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.

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

Spire Healthcare Ltd

Address

Ambrose Ln, Harpenden AL5 4BP

Harpenden

AL5 4BP


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Spire Healthcare Ltd

Address

Ambrose Ln, Harpenden AL5 4BP

Harpenden

AL5 4BP


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Resourcing Partner

Serena Phillips

Sarena.phillips2@spirehealthcare.com

+447395791479

Details

Date posted

20 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

26352

Job locations

Ambrose Ln, Harpenden AL5 4BP

Harpenden

AL5 4BP


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