Job summary HMT Sancta Maria Hospital are currently looking for a Anaesthetic and Recovery Practitioner to join our busy and diverse Theatre Department. We are only private hospital in Swansea offering a wide range of procedures carried out by a number of our leading consultants. As a not-for-profit organisation, Sancta Maria hospital is passionate about putting the patient first and we are committed to developing a five-star hospital which will set new standards in clinical care and patient experience in South West Wales. Main duties of the job The post holder will act as Anaesthetic Assistant or Recovery practitioner for surgical cases over a variety of specialties. The post holder will also support the provision of Endoscopy services within the department under the guidance of the Endoscopy Lead. The post holder will supervise and support less experienced and unqualified members of staff and act as role model. They will take an active role in identifying their and others learning needs and be proactive in closing knowledge and skills gaps, creating and sustaining a firm foundation within in the department to underpin practice. The post holder will take an active role in identifying and contributing to process improvement and participate in quality monitoring activities. They will act as Team Leader on occasion, when appropriate and safe to do so and dependent on progress within the post. About us At the Healthcare Management Trust we are committed to delivering the highest quality healthcare and understand that our well-trained, passionate team of employees lie at the heart of delivering the service our patients and residents expect. Our team of employees share our vision to provide world class healthcare, and we continuously improve the skills within our workforce to ensure we maintain our position within the healthcare sector. We know our team have a wealth of knowledge and experience, and by working together we develop an exciting and innovative workplace. Date posted 22 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £18.47 an hour Contract Bank Working pattern Part-time Reference number E0013-24-0034 Job locations Sancta Maria Hospital Lamberts Road Swansea West Glamorgan SA1 8FD Job description Job responsibilities Liaise with the Team Leader and Theatre Co-ordinator as appropriate to ensure seamless episodes of care and to identify and communicate any issues or potential problems as early as possible. Instigate/Participate in WHO safety checks, team briefs and debriefs Liaise and communicate with other departments as necessary e.g. Ward, Radiology, Inpatient Bookings Liaise and communicate with external services as necessary e.g. Laboratory Services, Sterile Services. Establish clear communication with patients, their families and care givers, using interpersonal skills to invoke empathy and reassurance regarding, assessment, care and treatment. To ensure accurate and comprehensive nursing / theatre records, in all formats, are maintained using appropriate documentation. Contribute to a supportive working environment, which is conducive to uphold morale and well-being all staff. Check and maintain stock levels within the department, communicating effectively with stores department and using establish processes for procurement of stock and equipment. Receive, check and sign-off loan kits as delegated. Keep up to date with local and national peri-operative initiatives. Contribute to the development and update of Policy and Procedures. Comply with implementation of guidelines (e.g. NICE, AfPP) where appropriate, in line with Quality Governance. Analytical Exhibit advocacy and decision-making skills autonomously in relation to patient care. Contribute to, and maintain, an integrative theatre service offering flexibility where appropriate to patients, their carers and the multidisciplinary team. Reacts dynamically or takes direction, to changing demands, situations and pressures in the department and prioritise accordingly. Participate in investigations of accidents, incidents and complaints, contributing to planning and implementation of improvements. Ensure confidentiality and safeguarding of patient records in accordance with policies and guidelines around GDPR. Attend and contribute in departmental meetings and other forums as delegated. Demonstrates understanding and adheres to the organisations Safeguarding Policies Tasks Specific Skills Assess patient care needs and develop, implementation and evaluate plans of care, ensuring high standards of evidence-based practice using established models of care. Act as a scrubbed member of the nursing team, carrying out safety checks of swabs, instruments and needles in conjunction with a second person and immediately acting on any discrepancies. Scrub for a variety of specialities and complexity of cases. Performing a dual role as per hospital policy following risk assessment of each situation in order to ensure patient safety and demonstrating assessed skills and competencies, with underpinning knowledge. Act as a circulating member of the Theatre team. Ensure all that all Theatre equipment is checked as suitable for use prior to each patients operation Assisting with other members of the team in the preparation and clearing of Theatres. Assist in the safe handling, transfer and positioning of patients between all areas of 3 the theatre department Assisting with the labelling and dispatch of the theatre specimens. Assisting in the compiling of the operations register. Maintain accurate patient documentation. To use the correct procedure when handing a patient into the care of another nurse, giving the correct information and instruction. To undertake on call sessions as required. Work within the remit of HMT and local Policy and Procedures. Job description Job responsibilities Liaise with the Team Leader and Theatre Co-ordinator as appropriate to ensure seamless episodes of care and to identify and communicate any issues or potential problems as early as possible. Instigate/Participate in WHO safety checks, team briefs and debriefs Liaise and communicate with other departments as necessary e.g. Ward, Radiology, Inpatient Bookings Liaise and communicate with external services as necessary e.g. Laboratory Services, Sterile Services. Establish clear communication with patients, their families and care givers, using interpersonal skills to invoke empathy and reassurance regarding, assessment, care and treatment. To ensure accurate and comprehensive nursing / theatre records, in all formats, are maintained using appropriate documentation. Contribute to a supportive working environment, which is conducive to uphold morale and well-being all staff. Check and maintain stock levels within the department, communicating effectively with stores department and using establish processes for procurement of stock and equipment. Receive, check and sign-off loan kits as delegated. Keep up to date with local and national peri-operative initiatives. Contribute to the development and update of Policy and Procedures. Comply with implementation of guidelines (e.g. NICE, AfPP) where appropriate, in line with Quality Governance. Analytical Exhibit advocacy and decision-making skills autonomously in relation to patient care. Contribute to, and maintain, an integrative theatre service offering flexibility where appropriate to patients, their carers and the multidisciplinary team. Reacts dynamically or takes direction, to changing demands, situations and pressures in the department and prioritise accordingly. Participate in investigations of accidents, incidents and complaints, contributing to planning and implementation of improvements. Ensure confidentiality and safeguarding of patient records in accordance with policies and guidelines around GDPR. Attend and contribute in departmental meetings and other forums as delegated. Demonstrates understanding and adheres to the organisations Safeguarding Policies Tasks Specific Skills Assess patient care needs and develop, implementation and evaluate plans of care, ensuring high standards of evidence-based practice using established models of care. Act as a scrubbed member of the nursing team, carrying out safety checks of swabs, instruments and needles in conjunction with a second person and immediately acting on any discrepancies. Scrub for a variety of specialities and complexity of cases. Performing a dual role as per hospital policy following risk assessment of each situation in order to ensure patient safety and demonstrating assessed skills and competencies, with underpinning knowledge. Act as a circulating member of the Theatre team. Ensure all that all Theatre equipment is checked as suitable for use prior to each patients operation Assisting with other members of the team in the preparation and clearing of Theatres. Assist in the safe handling, transfer and positioning of patients between all areas of 3 the theatre department Assisting with the labelling and dispatch of the theatre specimens. Assisting in the compiling of the operations register. Maintain accurate patient documentation. To use the correct procedure when handing a patient into the care of another nurse, giving the correct information and instruction. To undertake on call sessions as required. Work within the remit of HMT and local Policy and Procedures. Person Specification Experience Essential Experience as a Registered Nurse/Health Care Professional. NHS or Independent sector experience Desirable Experience of working closely with clinicians of varying seniority Experience of working with the peri-operative environment Audit experience Knowledge and Skills Essential Able to: Able to act as anaesthetic assistant or recovery practitioner for a variety specialities and complexities of surgery. Ability to analyze and prioritise Ability to work under pressure to tight and competing deadlines Act as a circulating member of the Theatre team. Assisting with other members of the team in the preparation and clearing of Theatres. Assisting with the labelling and dispatch of the theatre specimens. Assisting in the compiling of the operations register. Maintain accurate patient documentation. To use the correct procedure when handing a patient into the care of another healthcare professional, giving the correct information and instruction. To undertake on call sessions as required. Qualifications Essential Educated to Diploma/Degree level or equivalent Registered NMC or HPC Healthcare qualification Evidence of recent professional development Desirable Post graduate qualification in perioperative practice/Anaesthetics/ Recovery (Nurses) Advanced Life Support Person Specification Experience Essential Experience as a Registered Nurse/Health Care Professional. NHS or Independent sector experience Desirable Experience of working closely with clinicians of varying seniority Experience of working with the peri-operative environment Audit experience Knowledge and Skills Essential Able to: Able to act as anaesthetic assistant or recovery practitioner for a variety specialities and complexities of surgery. Ability to analyze and prioritise Ability to work under pressure to tight and competing deadlines Act as a circulating member of the Theatre team. Assisting with other members of the team in the preparation and clearing of Theatres. Assisting with the labelling and dispatch of the theatre specimens. Assisting in the compiling of the operations register. Maintain accurate patient documentation. To use the correct procedure when handing a patient into the care of another healthcare professional, giving the correct information and instruction. To undertake on call sessions as required. Qualifications Essential Educated to Diploma/Degree level or equivalent Registered NMC or HPC Healthcare qualification Evidence of recent professional development Desirable Post graduate qualification in perioperative practice/Anaesthetics/ Recovery (Nurses) Advanced Life Support 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 HMT Sancta Maria Hospital Address Sancta Maria Hospital Lamberts Road Swansea West Glamorgan SA1 8FD Employer's website https://www.hmtsanctamaria.org/ (Opens in a new tab)