Pre-Operative Assessment is a dynamic team who are continually developing to meet the ever-changing needs of the service. The team have embraced using a digital platform for patients to participate in their pre assessment process.
Pre-Op Assessment is looking to recruit an enthusiastic staff nurse as a secondment for twelve months to join our friendly team. Our department is responsible for optimising and assessing patient suitability for elective surgery. It is essential the candidate should have previous surgical experience at Band 5 level.
Candidates should be highly motivated, flexible and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as pre assessment nurses are required to liaise with all members of the multidisciplinary team. Good time management and organisational skills are advantageous.
The post requires working as part of a team as well as working autonomously, training and support will be provided and although the department is very busy the role can be both challenging and rewarding.
Working Pattern currently is Monday to Friday 08:30-16:30
Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.