Job summary The Pre Operative Assessment Clinic (P.O.A) provides an important role in the appropriate assessment, preparation and optimisation of all adult elective surgical patients and in avoiding theatre delays and cancellations. The aim is to deliver patient centered care, where patients are equipped with the correct level of knowledge and understanding based around the clinical history and associated co-morbidities, medications and medical and surgical history to help them make the most informed decision about what is right for them. P.O.A. works in accordance with the latest national standards for best practice. Embracing new technologies and research, we are able to provide a diverse array services, especially around; pre-habilitation, diabetes management, weight management programmes, anti-coagulation therapies. The role involves ascertaining a comprehensive, holistic patient assessment including medical and surgical history, current medicines and health status, physical examination, identification of any issues which may present as problematic during the peri-operative period and requesting appropriate further investigations or referrals. The post holder will be responsible for prescribing patients own medications onto EPMA and prescribing other medications required during the patient's admission such as VTE prophylaxis and analgesia. It will also be necessary to prescribe pre operative anti coagulation bridging, antibiotics and bowel preparation where required. Main duties of the job The post holder is responsible and accountable for implementation of robust systems and processes that ensure there is a continuing improvement in the quality of the service provided to patients. Providing strong, visible clinical and professional nursing leadership For the safe preparation of elective patients for anaesthesia and surgery. Develop strong working relations with speciality teams to actively support and monitor the delivery of high-quality services. To provide a quality and safe service for patients within the unit, to identify and act upon risk factors which can be optimised prior to surgery Ensure effective recruitment and retention initiatives are implemented to ensure that bank and agency spend is kept to a minimum To provide emotional and educational support for patients prior to having surgery To reduce the rate of cancellation on day of, or near to date of surgery, to optimise theatre utilisation. The post holder is accountable for the delivery of nursing clinical services within Preoperative Assessment Unit and to support the Matron Operational Manager and with service improvements In collaboration with the Clinical Lead, will ensure that patient care is undertaken within National Guidelines, provided and supported by the Pre-Operative Association and Royal collage of Anaesthetists. Work with management teams within the variety of specialties to ensure the demands of their capacity are met safely. About us We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential. Date posted 10 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 177-ELEC-6909310 Job locations James Paget University Hospital Lowestoft Road Gorleston NR31 6LA Job description Job responsibilities For a detailed job description and main responsibilities of this post please refer to the attached job description and personal specification. Job description Job responsibilities For a detailed job description and main responsibilities of this post please refer to the attached job description and personal specification. Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential NMC Registration Nurse Independent Prescriber Qualification Diploma/degree in Nurse Studies or working towards Desirable Management experience and/or experience of leading a Team Knowledge and Experience Essential Extensive post Registration experience in Pre-Assessment Outpatients Desirable Evidence of recent acute nursing experience Management experience and/or experience of leading a Team Skills and Knowledge Essential Broad knowledge base Ability to demonstrate evidence of applying theory to practice Ability to lead and work effectively within a team Good interpersonal skills which engender effective working relationships with staff Accurate document presentation and attention to details Good IT skills Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential NMC Registration Nurse Independent Prescriber Qualification Diploma/degree in Nurse Studies or working towards Desirable Management experience and/or experience of leading a Team Knowledge and Experience Essential Extensive post Registration experience in Pre-Assessment Outpatients Desirable Evidence of recent acute nursing experience Management experience and/or experience of leading a Team Skills and Knowledge Essential Broad knowledge base Ability to demonstrate evidence of applying theory to practice Ability to lead and work effectively within a team Good interpersonal skills which engender effective working relationships with staff Accurate document presentation and attention to details Good IT 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. 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. 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 James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address James Paget University Hospital Lowestoft Road Gorleston NR31 6LA Employer's website https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)