Job summary Surgical Assessment unit also known as The Wilson unit is part of the trust Same Day Emergency Care pathway (SDEC). Same day emergency care (SDEC) is aservice that provides emergency care to patients without the need for an admission to hospital. SDEC is one of the many ways the NHS is working to provide the right care in the right place for patients, to improve flow in the emergency department. The Surgical Assessment unit has a capacity of 6 chairs, 6 trollies and a waiting area with 3 chairs. We accept referrals from Urgent Care Centre (UCC), GP and Accident and Emergency department. We also get referrals from clinics, consultants. The four main specialities that are triaged and reviewed in SAU are General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Urology and Gynaecology. Some patients who require minor surgical procedures i.e. incision and drainage of abscess are looked after in SAU post-operatively and then discharged home following a period of close monitoring. We also review patients with complicated wound care and dressings requirements. A laparoscopic cholecystectomy Hot clinic is also run in SAU where patients presenting with Gall stones are reviewed and booked for surgery. Main duties of the job Job summary 1. The maintenance of a high standard of individual patient care in conjunction with the ward manager. 2. The provision of a good learning environment. 3. Working with other professional groups to facilitate an effective service to patients. 4. Support the ward manager in all aspects of his / her duties and responsibilities. About us The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute Hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics and maternity services. The Trust's services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit and outpatient clinics. The safety and well-being of our patients and of our staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this - particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress and going forward by working in partnership with local GPs, charities,community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are absolutely focused on ensuring that our hospitalsprovide high quality, safe and compassionate care, while drive forward the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital. We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed. Date posted 04 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £42,939 to £50,697 a year per annum/incl HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 394-JS-040225 Job locations THH Pield Heath Road uxbridge UB8 3NN Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for the main responsibilities of a Junior Sister on the Surgical Assessment Unit Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for the main responsibilities of a Junior Sister on the Surgical Assessment Unit Person Specification Essential and desirable Essential 1st Level live NMC Registered Nurse -1 Qualification in Specialty Minimum 3 years surgical experience at band 5 Thorough understanding of contemporary nursing issues Experience of SDEC/ Surgical Assessment unit Evidence of managing change in ward/dept area Experience of co-coordinating a team Excellent interpersonal skills Mentorship skills/SSSA Able to manage a ward/dept or lead on a shift Ability to communicate with staff at all levels Ability to work as team leader High level of personal motivation Desirable Leadership Course/Management course Diploma or degree in Nursing Experience of Primary care Basic knowledge of financial management Counselling and appraisal skills IT Skills Leadership skills Person Specification Essential and desirable Essential 1st Level live NMC Registered Nurse -1 Qualification in Specialty Minimum 3 years surgical experience at band 5 Thorough understanding of contemporary nursing issues Experience of SDEC/ Surgical Assessment unit Evidence of managing change in ward/dept area Experience of co-coordinating a team Excellent interpersonal skills Mentorship skills/SSSA Able to manage a ward/dept or lead on a shift Ability to communicate with staff at all levels Ability to work as team leader High level of personal motivation Desirable Leadership Course/Management course Diploma or degree in Nursing Experience of Primary care Basic knowledge of financial management Counselling and appraisal skills IT Skills Leadership skills 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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. 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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address THH Pield Heath Road uxbridge UB8 3NN Employer's website https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)