{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nPeri-operative Care Coordinator with George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust in Nuneaton, United Kingdom\n\n Job summary Job Title-Peri-operative Care Coordinator Hours per week-37.5 hours per week Permanent/Fixed term- Permanent Salary-£25,147-£27,596 per annum Closing date: 18th June 2024 Interview date: 1st July 2024 This post may close early due to high numbers of applications so you are advised to apply promptly. All correspondence for this vacancy will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk and SPAM areas. A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day. Careers at George Eliot - 'Where you make a difference' Main duties of the job The role of the Care Coordinator, under the supervision/ direction of the Pre-Operative Nurses is to support and communicate with patients throughout their pre-operative journey. They will be instrumental in supporting patients to complete their online pre-operative screening/ assessments and support patients who are unable to utilise a digital resource. The Care Coordinator will provide a personalised and proactive approach to the identification and optimisation of patients on the elective surgery waiting lists. The role involves supporting the Pre-Operative nurses to work with multi-disciplinary teams in both health and social settings About us Here at George Eliot our vision to' excel at patient care' takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate employees who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are: E ffective Open Communication e x cellence and safety in everything we do C hallenge but support E xpect respect and dignity L ocal health that inspires confidence Benefits: On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, extensive in-house course learning directory, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking. Job description Job responsibilities Supporting patients to complete their pre-operative assessments online and providing alternatives for those unable to use digital resources. Use information provided from initial assessment to identify patients requiring targeted optimisation or specialised optimisation using a recognised triage tool under the supervision of registered healthcare profession. Contacting low-risk patients to inform them of the outcome of their triage assessment, and where appropriate and under the direction of senior clinical support, using approved materials to provide them with universal advice about preoperative preparation, including diet, exercise/activity and healthy living. Under the guidance of the preoperative assessment nurse and/or senior clinician, arranging an appropriate follow-up appointment for higher-risk patients. Ensuring that all patients and their GP practice are sent a copy of a letter outlining surgical risk and next steps. Encouraging and reminding patients to take this to any GP and practice nurse appointments they have. Signposting patients to community links/ social prescribing/ Back to Health Programme in supporting optimisation. Following up on behalf of clinicians to ensure that referrals to hospital medical specialties or to support in the community have been picked up and acted on by the receiving teams/services. Acting as the main point of contact for the preoperative assessment team for patients. Supporting delivery of an agreed process for contacting all patients on an inpatient waiting list at least once every three months, and more often if clinically indicated, to find out if there has been any change in their health status or decision to proceed with the surgery. Most providers can be expected to automate this process (for example, text message, email or letter) but that to follow-up non-responders will be supported by the perioperative care co-ordinator). Following up by phone any patients who do not respond to the three-monthly (or more frequent where indicated) contact. Notifying clinicians of any changes in a patients health status identified at the three-monthly (or more frequent) contact. Liaising with booking and scheduling teams about planned surgery dates and to keep them informed and aware of when a patient is optimised for surgery. Supporting monitoring, evaluation and quality improvement. Recording of interventions within patient records. Job description Job responsibilities Supporting patients to complete their pre-operative assessments online and providing alternatives for those unable to use digital resources. Use information provided from initial assessment to identify patients requiring targeted optimisation or specialised optimisation using a recognised triage tool under the supervision of registered healthcare profession. Contacting low-risk patients to inform them of the outcome of their triage assessment, and where appropriate and under the direction of senior clinical support, using approved materials to provide them with universal advice about preoperative preparation, including diet, exercise/activity and healthy living. Under the guidance of the preoperative assessment nurse and/or senior clinician, arranging an appropriate follow-up appointment for higher-risk patients. Ensuring that all patients and their GP practice are sent a copy of a letter outlining surgical risk and next steps. Encouraging and reminding patients to take this to any GP and practice nurse appointments they have. Signposting patients to community links/ social prescribing/ Back to Health Programme in supporting optimisation. Following up on behalf of clinicians to ensure that referrals to hospital medical specialties or to support in the community have been picked up and acted on by the receiving teams/services. Acting as the main point of contact for the preoperative assessment team for patients. Supporting delivery of an agreed process for contacting all patients on an inpatient waiting list at least once every three months, and more often if clinically indicated, to find out if there has been any change in their health status or decision to proceed with the surgery. Most providers can be expected to automate this process (for example, text message, email or letter) but that to follow-up non-responders will be supported by the perioperative care co-ordinator). Following up by phone any patients who do not respond to the three-monthly (or more frequent where indicated) contact. Notifying clinicians of any changes in a patients health status identified at the three-monthly (or more frequent) contact. Liaising with booking and scheduling teams about planned surgery dates and to keep them informed and aware of when a patient is optimised for surgery. Supporting monitoring, evaluation and quality improvement. Recording of interventions within patient records. Person Specification Qualification(s) and Professional Training Essential Evidence of commitment to continued learning or improvement through attendance of courses. Educated to GCSE standard with passes at Grade 4 or above for English and maths or equivalent experience/ qualifications. NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent experience. Desirable Training in motivational coaching and interviewing Experience and Knowledge Essential Use of computer systems Knowledge of personalised care and social prescribing. Must have full understanding of the Data Protection Act 1998 and be fully conversant with patient confidentiality. Desirable Knowledge of computer systems (Lorenzo/ My Pre-op). Experience within pre-operative assessment. An understanding and a practical ability to implement Trust Access Policy Skills and Abilities Essential Excellent IT & key board skills. Ability to communicate verbally and written. Ability to use initiative. Good telephone skills. Ability to build rapport with a diverse group of people. Personal Qualities Essential Meet DBS reference checks. Willingness to work flexible hours. Independent working and working in a team. Willingness to undertake the training identified within the JD. Person Specification Qualification(s) and Professional Training Essential Evidence of commitment to continued learning or improvement through attendance of courses. Educated to GCSE standard with passes at Grade 4 or above for English and maths or equivalent experience/ qualifications. NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent experience. Desirable Training in motivational coaching and interviewing Experience and Knowledge Essential Use of computer systems Knowledge of personalised care and social prescribing. Must have full understanding of the Data Protection Act 1998 and be fully conversant with patient confidentiality. Desirable Knowledge of computer systems (Lorenzo/ My Pre-op). Experience within pre-operative assessment. An understanding and a practical ability to implement Trust Access Policy Skills and Abilities Essential Excellent IT & key board skills. Ability to communicate verbally and written. Ability to use initiative. Good telephone skills. Ability to build rapport with a diverse group of people. Personal Qualities Essential Meet DBS reference checks. Willingness to work flexible hours. Independent working and working in a team. Willingness to undertake the training identified within the JD. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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 . 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. . Additional information Certificate of Sponsorship 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 . 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. . Employer details Employer name George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust Address George Eliot Hospital College Street Nuneaton CV10 7DJ Employer's website "}