Patients are at their most vulnerable when they come in for surgery, often anxious and scared. You'll be a key member of the surgery team at the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre helping and supporting patients before, during, and after surgery. You will be responsible for providing compassionate, high-quality safe care whilst working in an acute fast-paced environment. Patient safety and good practice depend not just on highly performing surgeons, but also on effective surgical team working that enhances the performance of the team.
Main duties of the job
* Undertake nursing assessment and evaluation to enable development of appropriate plans of care based on the needs of the individual.
* Be proficient in the delivery of care to patients.
* Ensure safe administration of drugs in accordance with NMC and CHS policies.
* Ensure accurate records are kept in accordance with CHS policy and NMC guidelines.
* Carry out nursing procedures and techniques in accordance with agreed policies and standards.
* Undertake regular mandatory training.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* HCPC Registered and Diploma HE or equivalent Degree.
* Experience (Relevant to the role).
* To react quickly, keep your concentration, and be methodical, all while working under pressure in a rapidly changing environment.
* Be able to multitask and be a great team player.
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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