Pre-Operative Assessment Nurse

A leading Croydon hospital for elective health services is now looking for a Registered Nurse (RN Adult) to join the team within their pre-operative assessment clinic.The hospital cares for patients from South London, Kent and Surrey who are opting for planned procedures and therapies across its state-of-the-art inpatient and outpatient facilities.

Patients benefit from a JAG-accredited endoscopy department, an AFPP-accredited operating department, and a brand-new, cutting-image imaging department, amongst other services.Surgical facilities are dedicated to providing elective interventions for a range of conditions, and patients may undergo these as day-case or in-patients.

As a Pre-Operative Assessment Nurse, you will conduct thorough assessments to determine that patients meet the criteria for surgery and provide them with the information and support they need to prepare for their surgery.In return, you’ll be offered fantastic opportunities for further professional growth in your role, a great work-life balance and enhanced support for your own health and wellbeing – the hospital has been accredited with a Workplace Wellbeing Award for its commitment to staff wellbeing, under the leadership of a 2-star Outstanding Company and one of the UK’s 10 Best Healthcare Companies To Work For in 2023.This is a permanent Pre-Operative Assessment Nurse position, full-time (37.5h) or part-time.

The clinic is open days-only, so there will be no night shifts required.Newly-qualified Nurses are welcome and encouraged to apply. Person specification:
(Essential) Registration with the NMC as a Registered Nurse (Adult).
 Benefits / enhancements include:
Modern environment with evident and ongoing investmentPrivate healthcare schemes, covering pre-existing conditions, optical & dentalIndustry-leading, fully-funded CPD opportunities (including accredited training, industry-recognised qualifications and leadership development)Friends & Family hospital discounts25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing to 30 days with length of service)Enhanced benefits for new parentsNon-contributory life assuranceAccess to substantial retail and leisure discounts, including the Blue Light CardEmployee Assistance Programme for wellbeing supportEmployee reward and recognition schemesCompany pension schemeAnd more!