Overview
The post holder is expected to assist in the effective assessment of patients attending pre-operative clinic and provide support to the Registered nurses in the department, to ensure smooth running of the service. To work under the direction of a Registered nurse at all times.
Clinical
* Undertake and record observations of temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure following competency based training and assessment by a Registered nurse
* Take pre operative swabs from patients as directed by the Registered nurse in accordance with control of Infection policies
* Following competency based training and assessment perform venepuncture and ECG recordings for patients attending the unit
* Escort patients to other Departments as required
* Prepare, clean and tidy clinical rooms, clean nursing equipment and cupboards/trolleys
* Restock clinical equipment trolleys eg venepuncture
* Safely dispose of waste, including hazardous materials and sharps
Administrative
* To assist team members in the administrative process of patients attending clinic including: Obtaining patient records and any relevant X-rays/reports for clinic
* Preparation of clinic admission packs
* Transportation of notes and messages to other Departments
Communication
* To maintain harmonious relationships and communicate effectively with other members of the multidisciplinary teams including ward staff, medical records, waiting list clerks and medical secretaries
* Have good telephone communication skills
* Attend departmental meetings as required
* Report any complaints by patients, relatives, other staff and members of the public to Senior staff
This advert closes on Wednesday 18 Mar 2026
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