Outpatient Nurse (Geriatric Medicine in Carmarthen

Geriatric Medicine Outpatients Nurse - NHS Hospitals

Location: Mid / South Wales (NHS Outpatient Clinics)
Contract: Locum / Temporary / Permanent
Employer: SJK Healthcare

SJK Healthcare is urgently recruiting an experienced Geriatric Medicine Outpatients Nurse to support specialist elderly care clinics within NHS hospitals. This role is ideal for a nurse passionate about delivering high-quality care to older adults with complex needs.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting consultant-led geriatric & frailty clinics

Completing comprehensive patient assessments, including cognitive and mobility reviews

Managing patients with common geriatric conditions such as:

Frailty & falls risk

Dementia & cognitive impairment

Multiple long-term conditions (multimorbidity)

Polypharmacy concerns

Mobility issues & deconditioning

Continence issues

Supporting coordination of tests, referrals & community follow-up

Providing patient and family/carer education

Supporting telephone/virtual follow-up clinics

Accurate record-keeping within NHS electronic systems

Working closely with Consultants, Frailty Teams, Physiotherapists, OTs, HCAs & Social Care teams

Requirements

Registered Nurse (NMC PIN required)

Minimum 1 year experience in Geriatrics, Frailty, General Medicine, or Community Nursing

Strong understanding of elderly care pathways

Excellent communication, compassion & patience

Ability to manage complex cases and vulnerable patients

Confident working both independently and as part of an MDT

You must live in the UK and have the right to work in the UK

What We Offer

Competitive NHS-aligned pay rates

Flexible outpatient shifts

Weekly payroll

Fast-track compliance

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant