Job summary Staff Nurse-Surgical Pre Assessment We have an exciting opportunity in our Pre Assessment Department for an individual to undertake the role of Staff Nurse within this busy area. We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and compassionate Registered Nurse. The candidate must be able to demonstrate that they possess an excellent knowledge in pre-operative care that allows them to display highly effective multi-disciplinary ways of working. The candidate will work in autonomy and as a member of the multi professional team, maintaining effective, compassionate communication with patients, their relatives and staff of all levels. They must be able to demonstrate excellent organisational and problem solving skills. Main duties of the job You will be a First Level RGN, ideally with 6 months post registration experience in an acute environment, however newly qualified staff will also be considered. Experience in Pre Assessment would be an advantage; however, a full induction programme will be provided together with a period of supernumerary support where you will develop competencies in all areas. We are fully committed to providing and maintaining high standards of care and can offer a supportive, motivated environment in which to develop your professional skills. About us Chesterfield Royal Hospital is located in Calow, Chesterfield, which is situated on a green field site on the edge of the Peak District National Park. It is home to the Crooked Spire and is also close to Sheffield, Derby and Nottingham, thus offering numerous choices for recreational activities and lifestyles. Chesterfield Royal Hospital was officially opened by the queen in 1985 and since then it has continued to expand and modernise, currently holding approximately 550 beds. We provide acute in-patient and out-patient care for Chesterfield and the surrounding rural area of North Derbyshire, serving a population of approximately 350,000 people. We are currently rated GOOD by the CQC. Date posted 24 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £28,407 to £34,581 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 166-SS-7011623 Job locations Chesterfield Royal Hospital Calow Chesterfield S44 5BL Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job description and Person Specification in the attachments section on this page. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are, along with the criteria that are required for the role. Follow us on Facebook and on Twitter for more: hrcrhft royalhospital WellbeingCRH Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job description and Person Specification in the attachments section on this page. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are, along with the criteria that are required for the role. Follow us on Facebook and on Twitter for more: hrcrhft royalhospital WellbeingCRH Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Registered Nurse NMC professional registration Desirable Mentorship Qualification Experience Essential Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Experience as a Staff Nurse in an acute area. i.e. Surgical ward or HDU/ITU Experience and understanding of nursing processes i.e. assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation Desirable Experience of working with various surgical specialties Previous experience within pre-assessment Skills & Knowledge Essential Commitment to undertake professional development including Trust's Preceptorship and essential training programmes Effective communication skills Organised and prioritises workload Desirable Knowledge and understanding of: -harm free care and patient safety -quality/clinical governance -evidence based practice -patient safety Understanding of current issues in healthcare Personal Attributes Essential Coaches/supervises junior team members and HCAS Works without direct supervision Uses initiative and makes decisions as required Commitment to high clinical standards when working with patients Positive, friendly approach Professional Resourceful Common sense approach Initiative, tact and diplomacy Positive self-image Reliable Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Registered Nurse NMC professional registration Desirable Mentorship Qualification Experience Essential Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Experience as a Staff Nurse in an acute area. i.e. Surgical ward or HDU/ITU Experience and understanding of nursing processes i.e. assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation Desirable Experience of working with various surgical specialties Previous experience within pre-assessment Skills & Knowledge Essential Commitment to undertake professional development including Trust's Preceptorship and essential training programmes Effective communication skills Organised and prioritises workload Desirable Knowledge and understanding of: -harm free care and patient safety -quality/clinical governance -evidence based practice -patient safety Understanding of current issues in healthcare Personal Attributes Essential Coaches/supervises junior team members and HCAS Works without direct supervision Uses initiative and makes decisions as required Commitment to high clinical standards when working with patients Positive, friendly approach Professional Resourceful Common sense approach Initiative, tact and diplomacy Positive self-image Reliable 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 Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Chesterfield Royal Hospital Calow Chesterfield S44 5BL Employer's website https://www.chesterfieldroyal.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)