Staff Nurse/ODP Theatre Scrub Practitioner
RCHT is a large general hospital with a total of 16 theatres including 4 integrated suites for laparoscopic surgery. We are due to expand further with a new women's and children's wing due to be built.
We have many specialities including Trauma, CEPOD, Upper and Lower GI, Bariatrics, Paediatrics, Vascular, Gynaecology / Gynae Oncology, ENT and Maxillofacial, Ophthalmology and Maternity.
We are a diverse team who work round the clock to support the community of Cornwall plus all our many visitors.
As a unit, we recognise that there is a need to ensure that the peri-operative patients are cared for by a group of professionals that have the appropriate specialist knowledge and skill set to assess, implement and evaluate patients with related care interventions. You must be able to demonstrate good communication skills and work closely with all members of the multi-disciplinary team and meet the person specification.
We value, nurture and reward our talent and are proud to offer a welcoming and supportive working environment. We promote a culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance with opportunities to progress.
On-site accommodation for the first 3 months (single-status) or relocation packages are available if moving from out of county.
Come and work for the operating department at Royal Cornwall Hospital in one of the most beautiful places on earth.
Main duties of the job
This role is expected to fulfil expectations as Theatre Scrub Practitioner predominantly in Ophthalmology Theatres and General Theatres.
To work as a skilled member of the theatres team, providing knowledgeable assistance to operating surgeons and surgical teams during the full intraoperative pathway.
To deliver high quality patient care and the management of patients during procedures performed under general, regional, and local anaesthetic.
To develop skills and speciality-based knowledge to support surgical practice in Theatres following a rotation plan in Theatres.
To provide a high standard of compassionate patient-centred care.
To lead and supervise the work of other qualified and unqualified staff within the team.
To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team.
To be able to take charge of the given shift for a surgical operating list and a group of patients in the absence of senior nursing staff, as deemed appropriate by the Person-in-charge or Clinical Matron.
About us
Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
* Identity Checks
* Professional registration and qualification checks
* Employment history and reference checks
* Occupational Health clearance
* Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
* Right to work in the UK
Person Specification
* Professional registration
* Scrub experience in Ophthalmology or General Theatres
* Theatre Experience for at least 6 months
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.
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