Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust • Enfield EN2 8JL
About this role
Band 3 elective Surgical Ward nursing assistant, to support ward nurses with the day to day care of elective surgical patient on a busy Surgical Ward. The successful staff should be able to work along side nurses providing patients with their activities of daily living. Carrying out vital signs observations. Adhering to the trust policies and procedures. Upholding professional standards and being flexible, approachable and hardworking.
Our patient group would be undergoing surgery with in the following specialities: Gynaecology, Orthopaedic, General Surgery, ENT, and maxillofacial surgeries. Assisting in the discharge planning for patients to facilitate safe transfer from hospital to home.
- Maintain and improve the patient’s mobility using appropriate equipment and handling techniques
- Assist the patient to be as comfortable as possible, i.e., help with moving and positioning the patient using appropriate equipment
- Assist with checking pain levels and requesting pain relieving medication on patient’s behalf
- Involve the patient in shared decision-making and obtain their consent before undertaking nursing procedures
- Prepare appropriately for the activity to be undertaken
- Support and encourage the patient to meet their own health and wellbeing needs
- Participates in the delivery of patient care
- Contributes towards ward/department organisation
- Supports registered nurses in the provision of a safe and caring environment
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
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This advert closes on Friday 29 May 2026