Job overview
A great opportunity is now available to support the team in the delivery of the Pre-Assessment service within Hampshire Hospitals.
The role is a primary function supporting the team for the optimal care of our surgical patients. The delivery of high quality, effective and compassionate health care to the patients of the Hampshire Hospitals Foundation Trust is the most important objective for the organisation.
We currently undertake elective surgery Pre-Assessments for 13 specialities within the Trust. We have three Pre-Assessment Departments working collaboratively in order to provide a high standard of care for our patients.
This role will enable the development of clinical practice, knowledge and skills whilst undertaking independent comprehensive assessments of patients undergoing elective surgery.
The role may be based in Winchester or Andover and cross site working may be required as part of this role.
Main duties of the job
- To assess patients past and current medical history, medications and treatments.
- Undertake appropriate tests to ensure investigation of patient's fitness for surgery is optimised.
- Make referrals to internal and external agencies to liaise regarding patients needs.
- You will be required to use investigative, analytical and interpretation skills in order to ensure patients are safe for anaesthetic.
- Liaising closely with the Surgical and Anaesthetic Teams, Secretaries, Theatre Schedulers and Admission Teams throughout HHFT.
- To develop clinically reasoned decision making, treatment, action and discharge plans and to undertake and evaluate treatment.
- To deputise for the team leaders to achieve the effective daily management of the ward/department including responding to urgent requests, prioritising clinical work and balancing other patient related and professional activities in accordance with trust standards
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Skills and Ability
Essential
- • Ability to communicate written and verbal information in English, keeping legible and accurate notes
- • Excellent communication skills to communicate complex, sensitive or confidential information in an appropriate manner.
- • Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- • Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
- • Understanding of Clinical Governance and the implications for clinical services including experience of quality issues and audit.
Desirable
- • Knowledge of a variety of surgical specialities/operations
- • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- • Competence in remote consultation and telephone triage
- • Adaptability and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced clinical environment
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- • Comprehensive understanding of pre-operative assessment processes and surgical pathways
- • Surgical Ward and/or Theatre experience
- • Knowledge of national and local policies related to elective surgery and pre-operative care
Desirable
- • Awareness of local and national agenda within the Anaesthetic Pre-Assessment speciality.
- • Experience in using electronic patient record systems and digital Pre-Assessment platforms
- • Experience in managing patients with complex comorbidities in a pre-operative setting
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- • Degree level education or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study, or employment experience
- • Professional UK registration e.g. NMC, HPC
- • Computer Literate
Desirable
- • History Taking and Physical Examination Qualification
- • Venepuncture
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This advert is for Pre-Assessment Nurse with Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Winchester Pre-Assessment Unit - Royal Hampshire County Hospital. It is listed as a Band 5 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 pa pro rata. The contract type is Permanent: Potential Cross site working between Winchester, Andover and Basingstoke Pre-Assessment. The application deadline is 30 Aug 2026.
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