ODP/Registered Nurse/Anaesthetic Nurse - Dental and Eye Hospital
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Working across both Bristol Dental & Eye Hospitals, this position would suit those looking for a dynamic and varied working environment to develop their skills in these specialist areas.
Serving the paediatric population of Bristol, Bath, Somerset & Wiltshire, it is also the only hospital in the region dedicated to this speciality.
The Paediatric Day Case Theatre Unit, within the Dental Hospital, provides general anaesthesia for children up to the age of 16 years undergoing dental treatment.
We currently have a vacancy for a full-time or 2 part-time roles for anaesthetic and recovery ODPs or experienced Registered Nurses (Recovery) to work in our theatre from Monday to Friday. (Registered nurses may apply for an anaesthetic post with a relevant anaesthetic qualification.)
The Dental Hospital department offers a range of oral surgery, complex care, and general dentistry services for children, carried out under general anaesthesia. Within our roles, we are able to follow our patients from admission through to discharge, offering a bespoke pathway to meet the individual needs of each and every patient.
Our small but dynamic team prides itself on offering excellent, high-quality patient-centered care, and compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care.
Our team is passionate about 'getting it right' for our patients and families/carers, so we are looking for enthusiastic and motivated staff to join us who will demonstrate a similar sensitive, empathetic, and holistic approach.
Main Duties of the Job
Assist in the provision of care to patients undergoing general anaesthesia throughout their theatre journey as directed and supported by the team leader.
Work collaboratively with the anaesthetist and MDT, providing all anaesthetic equipment required for the theatre list, completing pre-op safety checks, preparing drugs, monitoring patient observations, patient positioning, assessment, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based patient care, and completion of documentation. Offer support to children and their families/carers via clear communication ensuring any additional, specific needs are met.
Recovery Role:
Recovery of patients in the immediate post-operative period. Work autonomously to monitor and assess the patient, using the ABCDE approach, through to discharge.
Receive handover from anaesthetist, ensure airway is patent, removal of airway devices, ensure haemostasis, administer analgesics as required, share post-operative instructions with families/carers/translators, and book review appointments. Assess, implement, and evaluate evidence-based patient care, complete documentation, and patient discharge. Strong communication skills are required to ensure families are supported and leave with a full understanding of the procedure and post-op care instructions.
About Us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston, and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award-winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston; join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds: city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce, we aim to recruit and retain a workforce that represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job Responsibilities
For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
***PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO SIGNIFICANT INTEREST, THIS ADVERT MAY CLOSE EARLY IF A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF CANDIDATES APPLY.***
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
* Experience of caring for sick children in a variety of settings - this could be as a student.
* Experience of working in the perioperative environment.
* Experience of taking charge of an individual theatre.
Qualifications and Training
* Registered Nurse level 8 or C or C+G 752/NVQ level 3 Operating Department Practitioner/Dip HE in Operating Room Practice.
* Training Qualification or equivalent experience.
* Ability to take the lead, initiate and ensure appropriate action in response to the deteriorating patient.
* Ability to develop own clinical skills and a willingness to participate in continuing professional development.
* Good basic level of English language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills.
* Competency in medication administration including IV drug administration or willingness to undergo training.
* Basic IT skills (e.g., Microsoft packages).
* Self-motivated.
* A team player.
* Recognition of own limits.
* Flexible working practices to support the service.
* Able to work on feet for long periods.
* Resilient with an awareness that the role can be stressful and emotional at times.
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.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
£29,970 to £36,483 a year or pro rata.
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