Job summary Interviews for this position will require face-to-face attendance. We are not able to accommodate requests for alternative dates or remote interviews. An exciting opportunity has arisen for Bank registered nurses and operating department professionals (ODPs) to work at Kettering General Hospital within the Theatre Department. The role offers the opportunity to work in a range of specialties including Orthopedics, General Surgery, Urology, Breast, ENT, and Maxillo-Facial surgery along with an out of hours emergency service. As an Anaesthetic Practitioner you must have a good knowledge and experience in perioperative practice and an excellent understanding of peri-anesthesia nursing care. To practice the role, you must be an Operating Department Practitioner registered with the Health Professions Council (HCPC) OR a NMC registered Nurse (with appropriate and accredited post-graduate anesthetic module/course). You must be motivated and enthusiastic with a passion for high quality patient care, as well as the ability to work well under pressure and flexibly as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Working as an Anaesthetic Practitioner you will be required to function effectively as a member of the peri-operative team to ensure the provision of an efficient and high-quality anesthesia service. Main duties of the job Ensure a welcoming, caring and safe environment and promote, maintain and monitoring standards in accordance with the NMC/HCPC and CQC guidelines. As an anaesthetic practitioner, you will be responsible for helping and offering support for patients undergoing surgery. You will support the team to prepare a wide range of specialist equipment and drugs, including anaesthetic machines, intravenous equipment and devices that safely secure the patient's airway during anesthesia. As a member of the multidisciplinary theatre team, you will have continuing responsibility for supporting your colleagues in the day-to-day management of the unit, ensuring a safe delivery of care and smooth patient flow. You will devise, implement and assess individualized care plans for a wide and diverse patient group, and promote best evidence-based practice. In the absence of the Senior Anaesthetic Practitioner, you will expect to supervise junior colleagues and unqualified members of our team staff, ensuring that all staff are able to provide the highest standard of care. About us Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values: Compassion Respect Integrity Courageous Accountable Kettering can offer a package to include Pension, Leave, Pay, Flexible working, Reward Scheme, Recognition and Development. Theatres have a dedicated staff education and development team to encourage, support and assist our staff to reach their full potential. We pride ourselves in offering our staff the best development opportunities and welcome all views and ideas through collaborative working. Kettering area offers several market towns and many charming villages, all within easy reach of major cities. The housing market remains competitively priced, offering excellent educational provision and a wide range of leisure and recreational facilities. Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year pro rata Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 264-6689647-BANK Job locations Kettering General Hospital Rothwell Road Kettering NN168UZ Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document. Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse level 1 or Registered Operating Department Practitioner Evidence of post registration study in peri-operative care, NVQ level study or equivalent Evidence of Accredited Post-Graduate Anaesthetic Module/Course Knowledge Essential Post Registration experience as band 5 staff nurse/ODP or equivalent in Theatres Relevant experience in a peri anaesthesia care environment Desirable Evidence of involvement in teaching and mentoring learners Evidence of ability to supervise members of the team Skills Essential Ability to work under pressure and effective time management Resuscitation skills and the knowledge to initiate appropriate action in a clinical emergency. Airway management skills. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse level 1 or Registered Operating Department Practitioner Evidence of post registration study in peri-operative care, NVQ level study or equivalent Evidence of Accredited Post-Graduate Anaesthetic Module/Course Knowledge Essential Post Registration experience as band 5 staff nurse/ODP or equivalent in Theatres Relevant experience in a peri anaesthesia care environment Desirable Evidence of involvement in teaching and mentoring learners Evidence of ability to supervise members of the team Skills Essential Ability to work under pressure and effective time management Resuscitation skills and the knowledge to initiate appropriate action in a clinical emergency. Airway management 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. 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. 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 Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Kettering General Hospital Rothwell Road Kettering NN168UZ Employer's website https://www.kgh.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)