To have responsibility for the management and provision of perioperative care ensuring high standards are maintained at all times in liaison with the multi-disciplinary team and to initiate and take lead in unit developments participating in identifying and achieving Trust and unit objectives. Key Result Areas Demonstrate commitment to IWL principles and flexible working patterns, to meet the needs of the service and staff Tackle discrimination and harassment, and promote equality and diversity in the workplace Reduce sickness absence; work place accidents; and promote zero tolerance on violence against staff Take responsibility for personal development and education and the development of a Personal Development Plan. Carry out regular appraisals for staff, ensuring business goals are clearly communicated and linked to objectives Review training and development of all staff, so all staff have a personal development plan, and support staff in reaching their full potential as identified through the appraisal process Apply advanced specialist knowledge in scrub in the Theatre setting across a range of work procedures underpinned by theoretical knowledge and relevant practical experience Ensure the assessment, planning implementation and evaluation of programmes of care to meet the needs of the individual and that standards are set and met in the delivery of a high quality service Ensure own understanding and show compliance with the NMC Code of Professional conduct/Health Professional Council guidelines for Professional Practice and promote same in others Create a physical and psychological environment, conducive to providing optimum nursing care within the theatre Complex To ensure a high level of professional awareness, both personally and within theTheatre and Trust by holding and attending appropriate meetings and seminars Actively engages in all aspects of clinical governance as they relate to the Operating Department Participate in the maintenance of Quality Assurance, Standards and Audit Contribute to the Departmental and Organisational Business plan and to manage resources effectively and efficiently, identify and plan to resolve deficiencies, provide a LEAN approach in putting patients first To take charge of the unit and deal with managerial issues, as they arise, in the absence of the Theatre coordinator/Matron Work closely with the Theatre Coordinators/Matrons and the Trust wide Theatre/Day Services Manager in identifying the effects of the service provision and assisting in the initiation of change, where appropriate To participate in the Units recruitment and retention Promote and maintain a supportive working environment Control of Infection To be accountable for implementation of The Health Act 2006 Code of Practice for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infection within own department/area of responsibility. Communication and Working Relationships Communicate with patients, including carers and relatives promoting good public relationships. Communicate effectively with all multi-disciplinary teams and liaise with other agencies as appropriate promoting positive working relationships The most challenging part of the job To develop the necessary skills to ensure the Operating Department is proactive in delivery of a service which meets the needs of all users and to promote effective resource management within the Unit Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure Check This post is deemed to require a Disclosure Check Enhanced Level with the Criminal Records Bureau. This is due to the fact the post has access to children or vulnerable adults. Further information on the Disclosure Service is available from This job description is intended as a guide to the duties and responsibilities of the post and should not be regarded as a complete list of those required to be fulfilled under the written statement of the main terms and conditions of employment. The contents may be amended from time to time subject to developing service needs although such amendment would occur following appropriate consultation with the postholder.