East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Day Surgery Practitioner
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Day Surgery Practitioner
Day Surgery Nurse – ESNEFT
We’re looking for a compassionate, skilled Day Surgery Nurse to join our fast-paced, patient-focused day surgery unit. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality perioperative care, supporting patients through pre-assessment, admission, recovery, and discharge.
About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who thrives in a structured environment, enjoys short-stay patient pathways, and values teamwork and efficiency. Our South theatres specialise in general surgery and urology.
We have 8 theatres:
- 7 for elective surgery
- 1 for emergency surgery
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care throughout the day surgery journey
- Conduct pre-operative assessments and ensure patients are fully prepared for procedures
- Assist with admissions, patient education, and discharge planning
- Monitor patients, recognising and responding to changes in condition
- Work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists, and the multidisciplinary team
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold clinical governance standards
- Contribute to a positive, supportive, and patient-centred environment
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About ESNEFT
We are ESNEFT and provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from:
- Acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich
- Community hospitals, surgeries, clinics
- Patients’ own homes
We are one of the largest NHS organisations in England, employing more than 12,000 staff.
Benefits
We pride ourselves on supporting our staff, offering:
- Wide range of training and development opportunities
- Flexible working options
- Generous pension scheme
- Unsocial hours payments (where applicable)
- 27 days’ annual leave on commencement (pro rata)
- Access to NHS discounts
- Staff Health and Wellbeing programme (including support services)
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Our Offer
If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, we want to hear from you.
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For further details or informal visits, contact: Sarah Stedman (Clinical Lead) 📧 Email: sarah.stedman@esneft.nhs.uk ✆ Phone: 07562 169910
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