Opportunity to work within a dynamic and established nursing team in pre-operative assessment.
Involvement in the assessment and optimization of patients for a wide range of elective surgeries, enhancing clinical skills.
Flexibility in working hours, with the clinic open from 8am to 6pm, allowing for a balanced work-life environment.
Access to a major NHS Trust with robust infrastructure for career development, research, and education opportunities.
Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team including surgeons and anaesthetists, fostering professional growth and teamwork.
Engagement with a digitally enabled organization, improving clinical quality and operational effectiveness through modern technologies.
Commitment to sustainability and inclusion, providing a supportive workplace culture and opportunities for personal and professional development.
The Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a permanent Band 5 Staff Nurse for the TESH Pre-Assessment Unit in Urmston. This role offers the opportunity to join a dynamic nursing team focused on the pre-operative assessment of patients ahead of elective surgeries. Candidates should be registered nurses with at least 18 months of experience, preferably in surgical nursing, and possess strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills. Responsibilities include conducting clinical assessments, taking vital signs, screening for infections, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
The clinic operates from 8 am to 6 pm, five days a week, and the prospective post holder will undergo appropriate training to support their development. The trust, one of the largest in England, emphasises innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainable healthcare practices while fostering an inclusive culture that promotes career development and well-being for its staff. Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out for further information or to arrange an informal visit.
The clinic operates from 8 am to 6 pm, five days a week, and the prospective post holder will undergo appropriate training to support their development. The trust, one of the largest in England, emphasises innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainable healthcare practices while fostering an inclusive culture that promotes career development and well-being for its staff. Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out for further information or to arrange an informal visit.
Permanent Band 5 Staff Nurse – TESH Pre-Assessment Unit.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual with clinical experience to join an established dynamic nursing team within pre-operative assessment. The prospective post holder will be a registered nurse who after appropriate training can clinically assess, plan, deliver and evaluate care to a timescale for patients prior to elective surgery
There are multiple vacancies due to service expansion and precise working hours will be discussed at interview. The clinic is presently open from 8am to 6pm 5 days a week. The service is based within Trafford Elective Surgical Hub at Trafford General Hospitals.
The main objective of the unit is to assess and optimise patients for a wide range of elective surgical specialties therefore the prospective post holder will require a broad knowledge preferably within surgical nursing, although medical knowledge would be an advantage, with at least 18 months experience as a band 5 staff nurse. Previous Pre-operative Assessment experience would be desired but not essential. You will be reliable, innovative, and flexible with good interpersonal/communication skills.
You will be expected to undertake clinical observations such as blood pressure, pulse, oximetry and BMI as well as clinical examinations such as MRSA screening, CPE screening, 12 lead ECG recording and venepuncture. The prospective post holder will be required to provide a comprehensive nursing and medical assessment, ensuring all necessary results and reviews are collated prior to admission.
You will assist in the development of an environment that supports the value of pre-operative assessment by working collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetist, and the MDT, therefore the candidate will need to have a high level of clinical judgement and decision making skills and be able to carry out clinical duties in accordance with national, Trust and local standards and maintain a patient focused approach.
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Nicola Thorpe Job title: TESH Pre-operative Assessment Manager Email address: Telephone number:
Please contact Nicola Thorpe TESH Preoperative-Assessment Service Manager on or email if you require further information or would like to arrange an informal visit to the unit.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual with clinical experience to join an established dynamic nursing team within pre-operative assessment. The prospective post holder will be a registered nurse who after appropriate training can clinically assess, plan, deliver and evaluate care to a timescale for patients prior to elective surgery
There are multiple vacancies due to service expansion and precise working hours will be discussed at interview. The clinic is presently open from 8am to 6pm 5 days a week. The service is based within Trafford Elective Surgical Hub at Trafford General Hospitals.
The main objective of the unit is to assess and optimise patients for a wide range of elective surgical specialties therefore the prospective post holder will require a broad knowledge preferably within surgical nursing, although medical knowledge would be an advantage, with at least 18 months experience as a band 5 staff nurse. Previous Pre-operative Assessment experience would be desired but not essential. You will be reliable, innovative, and flexible with good interpersonal/communication skills.
You will be expected to undertake clinical observations such as blood pressure, pulse, oximetry and BMI as well as clinical examinations such as MRSA screening, CPE screening, 12 lead ECG recording and venepuncture. The prospective post holder will be required to provide a comprehensive nursing and medical assessment, ensuring all necessary results and reviews are collated prior to admission.
You will assist in the development of an environment that supports the value of pre-operative assessment by working collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetist, and the MDT, therefore the candidate will need to have a high level of clinical judgement and decision making skills and be able to carry out clinical duties in accordance with national, Trust and local standards and maintain a patient focused approach.
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Nicola Thorpe Job title: TESH Pre-operative Assessment Manager Email address: Telephone number:
Please contact Nicola Thorpe TESH Preoperative-Assessment Service Manager on or email if you require further information or would like to arrange an informal visit to the unit.
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Educational Qualifications:
1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.
2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.
Clinical Skills:
1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.
2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.
3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.
4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.
5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.
6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).
Soft Skills:
1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.
2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.
5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Skills:
1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.
2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.
3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).
Continuing Professional Development:
1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.
Employment Considerations:
1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.
2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.
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