Job summary Are you looking for an exciting career as a Theatres Practitioner? Have you got a passion for Elective Orthopaedic Surgery? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and established team at Orpington Hospital, part of King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for a dedicated Band 5 Theatre Practitioner to join our dynamic perioperative team at Orpington theatres. In this vital role, you will deliver high-quality perioperative care, ensuring patient safety and efficiency in the operating theatre. This position is suitable for registered ODPs or Nurses who have a passion for theatre work and are committed to continuous professional development. If you are a motivated and compassionate professional seeking to advance your career in a fast-paced clinical environment, we encourage you to apply. The King's Elective Orthopaedic Unit in Orpington is part of King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and provides comprehensive healthcare services for a diverse community. The unit consists of four state-of-the-art operating theatres, orthopaedic wards, and an admission lounge. It has been refurbished to a high standard, has excellent facilities for patients and staff, and is a short hop by train into London with all its attractions. Please note that experience working in theatres is essential. Main duties of the job To work within both the nursing and multi disciplinary team to provide evidence based, holistic care to a group of patients from admission to discharge in department. To take responsibility for managing and co-ordinating an assigned area of the department in the absence of more senior staff. To participate in the teaching and supervision of junior staff and student learners as required. To be a safe and effective practitioner able to provide patients and relatives with high quality peri-operative care. Particular emphasis is put at Kings on the need to ensure that all staff recognise their responsibility to deliver services in a high quality, courteous, patient focused manner maintaining patient confidentiality at all time. You are required to have excellent communication skills and communicate effectively with the MDT, matrons, and floor coordinators, be a team player, be empathetic, and be able to remain calm and steady under pressure. You will participate and be a role model in the Perioperative care of patients who is undergoing orthopaedic surgery. About us King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. Date posted 03 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £34,521 to £41,956 a year Per annum including High Cost Area Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 213-NUR-PRUH-6918862 Job locations Orpington Hospital Cardinham Rd Orpington BR6 9JU Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Practice: To deliver a high standard of evidence based care to a specified group of patients. To adhere to HCPC Standards of conduct, performance and ethics / NMC Code of Professional conduct at all times. To maintain confidentiality at all times. To support patients, relatives, carers and friends and where appropriate involve them in the care of the patient. To be fully involved in the health education of patients and relatives, identifying each opportunity to promote a healthy lifestyle. To liaise effectively with all members of the multi disciplinary team to ensure the relevant information regarding the patients needs/condition are communicated to them (including handover), and that any instructions from them regarding the patients care/condition are acted upon. To adhere to the Trust policy on valuing equality and diversity in the workplace, which incorporates patients/visitors and staff. To acknowledge personal limitations in patient care and seek advice from senior staff members. To rotate to other clinical areas within the department as required or as identified as a personal development need in the appraisal process. To be involved with department audit. To report adverse incidents which occur in the department as per policy and assist in the investigation of such incidences as necessary. To maintain up to date and comprehensive records of care in accordance with NMC/HCPC, legal and Trust requirements To demonstrate effective communication and customer care skills with patients and their relatives/carers, thereby acting as a positive role model. Education and Research To keep up to date with current research to promote evidence based practice within the clinical area. To participate in Trust and Division initiatives to develop nursing practice To assist in the teaching, supervision and practice development of junior colleagues and students To actively participate in the training process by demonstrating and directly supervising. To participate in research and audit within the department Management To manage an agreed workload with support from colleagues and senior staff as appropriate. To exercise leadership where appropriate. To ensure all Trust and local policies, protocols and procedures are adhered to by self and colleagues at all times To participate with the monitoring of standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the department and report as necessary To work within and support the multi-disciplinary team To share knowledge and skills developed with other members of the multi-disciplinary team To ensure effective admission/discharge of patients to the department liaising with other hospital departments as appropriate. To maintain effective communication and professional relationships with all areas within the Division and with associated clinical areas in the Trust. To observe personal responsibility for resource management. To observe a general duty of care for the health, safety and well-being of self, work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management associated with this post Personal Professional Development To ensure own clinical knowledge is kept up to date in respect to evidence based practice, NMC and Trust guidelines/protocols. To achieve a range of clinical competencies as required within the Trust and Division. To actively participate in team meetings. To actively participate in own performance appraisal as required by the Trust. To maintain your own personal and professional PREP/HCPC requirements, attending mandatory study sessions as required by the Trust. Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Practice: To deliver a high standard of evidence based care to a specified group of patients. To adhere to HCPC Standards of conduct, performance and ethics / NMC Code of Professional conduct at all times. To maintain confidentiality at all times. To support patients, relatives, carers and friends and where appropriate involve them in the care of the patient. To be fully involved in the health education of patients and relatives, identifying each opportunity to promote a healthy lifestyle. To liaise effectively with all members of the multi disciplinary team to ensure the relevant information regarding the patients needs/condition are communicated to them (including handover), and that any instructions from them regarding the patients care/condition are acted upon. To adhere to the Trust policy on valuing equality and diversity in the workplace, which incorporates patients/visitors and staff. To acknowledge personal limitations in patient care and seek advice from senior staff members. To rotate to other clinical areas within the department as required or as identified as a personal development need in the appraisal process. To be involved with department audit. To report adverse incidents which occur in the department as per policy and assist in the investigation of such incidences as necessary. To maintain up to date and comprehensive records of care in accordance with NMC/HCPC, legal and Trust requirements To demonstrate effective communication and customer care skills with patients and their relatives/carers, thereby acting as a positive role model. Education and Research To keep up to date with current research to promote evidence based practice within the clinical area. To participate in Trust and Division initiatives to develop nursing practice To assist in the teaching, supervision and practice development of junior colleagues and students To actively participate in the training process by demonstrating and directly supervising. To participate in research and audit within the department Management To manage an agreed workload with support from colleagues and senior staff as appropriate. To exercise leadership where appropriate. To ensure all Trust and local policies, protocols and procedures are adhered to by self and colleagues at all times To participate with the monitoring of standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the department and report as necessary To work within and support the multi-disciplinary team To share knowledge and skills developed with other members of the multi-disciplinary team To ensure effective admission/discharge of patients to the department liaising with other hospital departments as appropriate. To maintain effective communication and professional relationships with all areas within the Division and with associated clinical areas in the Trust. To observe personal responsibility for resource management. To observe a general duty of care for the health, safety and well-being of self, work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management associated with this post Personal Professional Development To ensure own clinical knowledge is kept up to date in respect to evidence based practice, NMC and Trust guidelines/protocols. To achieve a range of clinical competencies as required within the Trust and Division. To actively participate in team meetings. To actively participate in own performance appraisal as required by the Trust. To maintain your own personal and professional PREP/HCPC requirements, attending mandatory study sessions as required by the Trust. Person Specification Education Essential Education and Qualifications Registered Nurse (RN1) with active NMC registration at time of starting appointment Skills and Competencies Essential Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) Ability to work collaboratively with other staff members Ability to manage and prioritise conflicting workloads Desirable Computer literacy skills Person Specification Education Essential Education and Qualifications Registered Nurse (RN1) with active NMC registration at time of starting appointment Skills and Competencies Essential Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) Ability to work collaboratively with other staff members Ability to manage and prioritise conflicting workloads Desirable Computer literacy skills 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Orpington Hospital Cardinham Rd Orpington BR6 9JU Employer's website https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)