University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Registered Nurse – Pre-assessment Team
The closing date is 19 November 2026
Job summary
All Endoscopy procedures require a Nurse led pre-assessment and we need experienced, dynamic Nurses to complement our clinical and clerical team.

We are looking for someone with effective communication skills, decision making, who can take medical history and interpret results, with good verbal and written communication amongst the wider team, basic computer skills and a knowledge of pre and post procedure care. You must be able to multitask effectively, be a good role model and cope well in a busy environment working to deadlines.As an experienced communicator, you will be expected to provide an efficient and effective service, working as the patients advocate, and mindful at all times of the unit manager's vision. The successful candidate will embrace the challenge of working in a highly demanding environment where patient focus is paramount.

Please note that applications from temporary workers who have been engaged with the Trust for a minimum of 3 months are welcome.
Main duties of the job

• Providing and delivering a high standard of nursing care by initiating and co-ordinating the assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating of individual patients needs based on evidence. This includes all aspects of care from admission to discharge.
• Reporting and documenting all relevant nursing/patient needs, communicating changes with other health care professionals in the multi-disciplinary team with ongoing responsibility for patient care as they occur.
• Engaging and interacting with carers and family, encouraging them to be actively involved in patients care planning as outlined in ward / unit philosophy.
• Promoting and delivering health education within the clinical area and advise patient's family and/or significant others in health promotion issues.
• Demonstrating and undertaking evidence-based practice playing an active part in the introduction of this evidence to improve patient centred care.
• Assisting other clinical areas within the trust if the clinical situation or staffing levels demand.
• Communicating with patients, relatives and outside agencies as appropriate, within the confines of the Data Protection Act and Patient Confidentiality.
• Implementing and sharing good infection control practice.

About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Details
Date posted: 06 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 216-AM-DD8342056
Job locations: Endoscopy Department Derriford Hospital Level 7, Derriford Road, PLYMOUTH, PL6 8DH, United Kingdom
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential

• Proven evidence of recent Continuing Professional development.
• Proven knowledge of patient administration system.

Desirable

• Proven clinical skills relevant to area of practice
• Demonstrable GI Nursing experience
• Demonstrable experience of pre-assessment and history taking

Qualifications
Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse.
• Diploma qualification in a healthcare related subject / or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Relevant post registration clinical course or equivalent demonstrable experience

Desirable

• Relevant Degree.
• Computer literate (ECDL).
• Mentorship Course.
• Relevant leadership course

Aptitude & Abilities
Essential

• Good communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels.
• Numerate
• Effective influencing skills: in general and with senior health care professionals.
• Ability to prioritise workload, instruct and direct others.
• Organisational skills.
• Advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage conflict

Desirable

• Demonstrate potential management abilities.
• Ability to facilitate change within the work area.
• Teaching and mentoring skills.

Disposition / Attitude / Motivation
Essential

• Works in a calm and organised manner and develops a team approach.

Desirable

• Demonstrable interest/experience with the speciality.
• Ability to employ stress management strategies to help themselves and others

Other Factors
Essential

• May be expected to participate in research and audit.
• Flexible shift pattern

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer name: University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Employer's website: https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/
Please note: this advert was published via NHS Jobs. Contact details for questions about the job: Senior Sister Melissa Williams, melissawilliams3@nhs.net, 01752432161.