About our Trust

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts , we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation with patient care at our core. Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal - to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. In the meantime make sure to check out our Patient First approach that runs through our core as you'll get to know us better through this, our equality, diversity and inclusion pages which show just why being inclusive is so important to us and how our staff networks help drive change, and our staff wellbeing page that details the many ways in which we invest in your wellbeing.

Job overview

Need a change? Looking for a new challenge? Are you passionate about ensuring high quality care delivery? Come and join our very friendly, caring and welcoming team.

We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and passionate nurses looking to be part of the process of improving the patient's elective surgery journey. Both full and part time vacancies exist. A surgical or theatre background is preferred but not essential. The ability to work autonomously with a flexible attitude towards your work would be a sound foundation. Our service is nurse-led and dynamic. It is responsible for providing exemplary care for patients undergoing a large variety of surgeries. Our priority is to provide a high quality, focused and safe assessment service. This post would ideally suit a nurse keen to develop their professional profile and there are opportunities to participate in service improvement projects; you will be encouraged to play an active role in the teams' dynamic.

Superb communication skills, both written and verbal, are absolutely essential for this role. As skilled professionals you will be comfortable working as part of a wider MDT team. IT skills are essential. You will receive a supernumerary period and be supported by in-house training and competencies.

With the many changes pre-assessment are facing, the future is bright and exciting.

Main duties of the job

Ensure a comprehensive individualised Preoperative Assessment of the surgical patient.

Deliver patient-centred nursing care in a clinic environment aiming to achieve the highest possible standards of care delivery, in accordance with the Trust's Strategy for Nursing and Midwifery; demonstrating commitment to Trust values and beliefs.

Deputise in the absence of more senior nursing staff and undertake clinic management duties as required

Co-ordinate the work of the multi-disciplinary team as required to provide care of individual patients

Promote best clinical and professional practice

Ensure efficient use of resources

Assist in the promotion of a conducive learning environment for all staff and students

To support more senior colleagues in the smooth running of the department.

To supervise more junior staff.

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require Tier 2 sponsorship please apply for our Internationally Qualified Nurse Advert.

Working for our organisation

Join us at UHSussex , every day is different, you can be the change, better never stops

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts , we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.