Peri-Operative Nurse at Ascentech Services Limited

Role Overview

The Peri-Operative Nurse provides critical clinical support throughout the surgical patient journey, from pre-operative preparation through post-operative recovery. This role requires advanced clinical skills, the ability to make quick decisions under pressure, and readiness to deliver life-saving interventions in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Support & Execution

• Assist in preparing patients for surgical procedures, ensuring required documentation and consent forms are available
• Support senior nurses in setting up the operating theatre according to procedure requirements
• Assist with positioning patients safely for surgical procedures
• Provide basic intraoperative nursing support under supervision
• Support postoperative patient transfer to the recovery unit

Quality Control & Compliance

• Adhere strictly to infection prevention and control guidelines
• Assist in conducting preoperative checks of instruments and equipment
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, nursing standards, and theatre protocols
• Participate in routine quality improvement activities as assigned

Safety Management

• Follow established surgical safety checklist procedures under supervision
• Maintain aseptic techniques during procedures
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of sharps and medical waste
• Immediately report safety concerns, hazards, or incidents to senior staff

Communication & Coordination

• Communicate effectively with patients to provide reassurance and basic peri-operative instructions
• Support coordination between theatre staff and recovery room personnel
• Report changes in patient condition promptly to the supervising nurse
• Maintain professional communication within the surgical team

Problem Identification & Escalation

• Observe and report any abnormalities in patient condition
• Escalate clinical concerns or equipment issues to senior nurses or surgeons
• Support resolution of identified issues