Surgery Nurse

Manchester
Permanent
Full-time

6 days ago
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Job Title – Surgery NurseLocation – Bridgewater, ManchesterWork Schedule – FT, PT or BankSalary – DoEThe Harley Medical Group is the leading UK authority in cosmetic surgery, with over 35 years of experience in delivering the highest level of patient care in the industry. We are founded with care at the heart of everything we do, we offer our patients the reassurance that when they choose The Harley Medical Group for their procedure, they will be in safe hands. We provide a number of cosmetic procedures including , , and .We are now looking to recruit an experienced, proactive nurse who has the ability to work effectively as part of a team, and also independently as required, in our Bridgewater Hospital, Manchester.Role purpose:To lead and manage the pre-assessment and post-operative patient pathway for cosmetic patients ultimately ensuring patient safety.Duties & Responsibilities include but not limited to:To work as an autonomous practitioner with specialist skills in cosmetic surgery, assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care within policies and protocols.

Supporting the Clinical Services Lead in clinical aspects
Demonstrate clinical excellence within the cosmetic outpatient speciality
To act as the named nurse to clinic cosmetics patients
To undertake a nursing assessment, obtaining a detailed past medical history, and the management of appropriate clinical investigations, and any other necessary referrals
Implement intervention based on the results of the assessment and investigations
Undertake infection prevention and control screening according to infection control policy
To review patients post operatively including wound care management
Assist consultants during clinics and minor op procedures
Assist with ward duties on surgery days
Maintain accurate patient records, completing documentation to ensure seamless multidisciplinary communication
Participate in continuous clinical audit ensuring compliance and an excellent standard of clinical governance
Management of Patient Safety Incidents with the support of the Clinic Manager and Clinical Services Department
Attend and participate in staff meetings
Participate in the company Out of Hours service
To support the wider nursing team when the need arises, travel to other clinics may be required

Qualifications / Skills & Knowledge / Qualities:

Registered Nurse
1 year post registration experience in a surgical environment essential
Phlebotomy skills
Ability to work confidently unsupervised
Good understanding of CQC and governance compliance activities
Reasonable IT skills
Maintains personal and professional development

Benefits:

Competitive Salary
Pension
Ongoing training and development

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