General Medical and Surgical Nurse Job Description
General Medical and Surgical Nurses provide important care for patients before and after surgery. You’ll play an important role making sure that patients are comfortable and are treated effectively whilst under your care.
Medacs helps skilled medical professionals find the perfect role for them at Wrexham Maelor Hospital and Glan Clwyd Hospital, which is managed by the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. With a range of temporary roles available, you could find your next job with Medacs.
What does a General Medical and Surgical Nurse do?
General Medical and Surgical Nurses play an important role caring for patients both before and after surgery. You’ll be working closely with your patients, monitoring vitals and administering any medicines that help patients recover, as well as supporting doctors and surgeons.
General Medical and Surgical Nurses can operate in a number of different environments, from hospitals to inpatient clinics, and can visit patients directly in their homes. In an environment setting, General Medical and Surgical Nurses work in fast-moving environments, meaning that you’ll need to be comfortable working under pressure.
As a General Medical and Surgical Nurse, your key responsibilities will include:
- assessing patients and their conditions
- providing individualised bedside care
- administering prescribed medicines and treatments
- monitoring patients’ vitals and reporting any adverse reactions to medical treatments
- preparing treatment and discharge plans
- maintaining patient files
You will also need to work closely with a range of colleagues, including:
- surgeons
- doctors
- consultants
- other medical specialists
What qualifications and experience do you need to work as a General Medical and Surgical Nurse with Medacs?
To work as a General Medical and Surgical Nurse, you will need:
- a nursing degree
- to be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- at least 12 months of post-qualification experience
- to pass an enhanced background check
You will also need some of the following soft skills:
- excellent communication skills
- a good bedside manner
- great organisational skills
- the ability to form good relationships with your patients
- confidence working under pressure and in a fast-moving environment
- good problem-solving skills
Find your next General Medical and Surgical Nurse role
At Medacs, we help skilled professionals find their next role at the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. Whether you’re looking to pick up additional shifts or advance your career through temporary roles, Medacs gets preferred access to medical roles across the NHS. So, register with Medacs, and you’ll be able to apply before anyone else.
Medacs can also offer you career support on a range of different topics. We can help with revalidation, CPD, and helping you secure the pay package that suits your needs. Register with Medacs today and find your next General Medical and Surgical Nurse role.
