Surgical Nurse Specialist

4 weeks ago


Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom NHS Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Registered Nurse to join our team at Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust. As a Surgical Nurse Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to infants, children, and adolescents undergoing surgery.

Your primary responsibility will be to conduct comprehensive pre-operative assessments, ensuring that patients receive the best possible care before, during, and after their surgical procedures. You will work closely with our multidisciplinary team to identify and address any potential risks or concerns, and provide education and support to patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct thorough pre-operative assessments, including clinical history taking, identification of previous medical history, anaesthetic problems, or medications that may affect General Anaesthetic, Surgical treatment, or Post-operative recovery.
  • Request a full range of pre-operative investigations, limited by local policy.
  • Independently refer patients to specialist nurses and clinicians within the trust and to primary care services as required.
  • Implement policies and ensure the safeguarding of children and young adults referred to the pre-admission service.
  • Competent in the use of Electronic Patient Record systems to document assessments and ensure patients with specific clinical needs are scheduled onto appropriate surgical lists with the necessary resources available.
Person Specification
  • Level 1 Registered Nurse - Paediatric nurse (Degree or diploma level).
  • Recent 2 years post-graduate experience in an appropriate specialty, with evidence of ongoing professional development.
  • Able to deliver high standards of care and recognize poor performance, working with senior colleagues to address this.
  • Post-graduate experience in surgical care or anaesthetics is desirable.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits package, and opportunities for professional development and growth. As a member of our team, you will have the chance to work with a talented and dedicated group of professionals who are passionate about delivering high-quality care to our patients.

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment, where you can thrive and reach your full potential. If you are a motivated and experienced Registered Nurse looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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