Ramsay Health Care
Senior Staff Nurse - Pre-Assessment
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Senior Registered Nurse – Pre-Operative Assessment
Full Time | Clifton Park
Are you an experienced Pre-Operative Assessment Nurse looking for your next step?
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Registered Nurse with strong pre-assessment experience to join our Outpatients team at Clifton Park. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in ensuring patients are fully prepared, optimised, and safe for surgery within a high-performing independent hospital environment.
The Role
As a Senior Nurse within our Pre-Operative Assessment pathway, you will take the lead in delivering safe, effective, and patient-centred assessments.
You will:
- Undertake comprehensive pre-operative assessments, identifying and managing clinical risks prior to surgery
- Work closely with consultants, anaesthetists, and MDT colleagues to ensure patients are optimised for theatre
- Support the development of pre-assessment processes and pathways to improve outcomes and efficiency
- Provide leadership and clinical expertise within a fast-paced Outpatient environment
- Ensure the highest standards of patient safety, dignity, and experience
This is a busy and rewarding role that requires strong clinical judgement, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
What You’ll Bring
- Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration
- Significant experience in Pre-Operative Assessment (essential)
- Experience working as a Senior Staff Nurse (Outpatients or Pre-Assessment setting preferred)
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and IT skills
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
- A proactive, flexible approach with a positive, team-focused attitude
- Evidence of continual professional development
- Experience within independent healthcare is advantageous.
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Why Join Us?
At Ramsay Health Care UK, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to supporting your wellbeing and career:
Health, Wellbeing & Financial Security
- Private Medical Cover (with family options)
- Life Assurance (x3 salary)
- Private Pension (up to 5% matched)
- Employee Assistance Programme
Work–Life Balance
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Option to buy/sell leave
- Flexible working where possible
- Enhanced family-friendly policies
Career Development
- Access to Ramsay Academy
- Ongoing training & development
- Recognition programmes
Lifestyle Benefits
- Discounts platform
- Cycle2Work scheme
- Free parking (where available)
About Us
Ramsay Health Care UK is a leading independent healthcare provider with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality clinical care. With over 60 years’ experience globally, we pride ourselves on putting patients and people at the centre of everything we do.
Our “Ramsay Way” culture and Speak Up for Safety programme ensure a supportive, safe, and collaborative environment where you can truly make a difference.
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If you're passionate about delivering outstanding pre-operative care and want to be part of a high-performing team — we’d love to hear from you.
📧 For more information, please contact: Saurela.haziri@ramsayhealth.co.uk
We care. It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.
We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people at risk. We expect all employees to share this commitment and behave in a way that supports it. All successful candidates will be provided with safeguarding training appropriate to their role.
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