Candidates must have a full HCPC ODP Registration or NMC Nurse Registration; there is no option to complete OSCE for this role. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an Assessment Centre, which must be attended in person; a virtual interview will not be possible.
We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated Operating Department Practitioner (or a Registered Nurse with a qualification in Anaesthetics) to join our Gynaecology and Obstetrics Theatre Team. You must have sound clinical experience, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and be able to work flexibly and lead by example.
You must be able to work in partnership with all members of the multi-disciplinary team and work closely with the theatre management team to provide safe quality care and an excellent patient and staff experience. Additional experience in either Scrub or Recovery is beneficial.
There will also be the opportunity for staff to work in other operating theatres across the Trust once competencies have been met for the post.
Full time is preferable, but part-time hours will be considered.
Main duties of the job
Are you a HCPC registered ODP or a NMC Registered Nurse looking to grow and develop in a career in Theatres?
We offer a chance to work across a variety of specialised theatres, including Robotic Surgery, General Surgery, MaxFax, Obs and Gynae, Trauma and Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, or Vascular Surgery, allowing you to explore different areas and expand your skills.
What We Offer:
* Rotational Posts (upon completion of required competencies): Gain experience across all our theatres, from high-tech robotic surgery to essential eye theatre care. Be part of a dedicated team across all theatres while ensuring continuous patient care and building your expertise.
* Flexible working opportunities to support the Health and Wellbeing of our Teams.
What We're Looking For:
* Whether you're early in your career or looking for a new challenge, we invite you to join our supportive team. Your sound clinical experience, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to lead by example will be key in our diverse and innovative environment.
* We are interested in people who can work closely and in partnership with all members of the multi-disciplinary and theatre management teams to provide safe quality care and an excellent patient and staff experience.
Ready to Explore Your Potential?
* Apply today and tell us what interests you most about joining our team and which area you would prefer to specialise in.
About us
Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area, and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values:
* Compassion
* Accountability
* Respect
* Integrity
* Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled, and LGBTQ+ backgrounds, as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and ensure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
Job responsibilities
Supporting Clinical Excellence:
* To provide a high standard of care as set out in Theatre Standards and trust guidelines.
* To maintain accurate completion of theatre records, documentation, and care plans.
* Assess the immediate and ongoing needs of the patient and, when appropriate, in discussion with the patient and/or their significant others, develop an individualised plan of care.
* Make decisions on the most appropriate method of care for the patients where a variety of options need to be considered as to the most suitable care plan going forward.
* Regularly communicate with other team members, including Consultants, nursing staff, and other specialties.
* Contribute to and participate in the development of a culture that is committed to innovation and quality improvement through the use of research and audit.
* Assist in the monitoring and maintenance of equipment used in the Units and report any faults that occur to the appropriate person.
* Assist in cleaning schedules, facilitating an agreed level of cleanliness for the units.
* Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality care.
* Work collaboratively and cooperatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families/carers.
* Actively maintain and promote a safe theatre environment.
* Undertake nursing procedures and techniques in accordance with agreed Trust policies and guidelines.
* Plan, develop, and implement approaches to promote the health and wellbeing of patients and improve their health status.
* Maintain an awareness of the developments in the care and treatment of patients to carry out duties competently and efficiently.
* Responsible for the safe supply, storage, administration, checking, and disposal of medications, including controlled drugs, in line with Trust Policy and Nursing Midwifery Council standards.
* Document the condition and progress of patients and report to medical staff and/or senior theatre staff any areas of concern.
* Maintain contemporary detailed theatre documentation.
* Assist and contribute to the management and organisation of the theatre area.
* Once competent in team management skills, take charge of the clinical area regularly in the absence of the person who has continuing responsibility or their deputy.
* When required, participate in all elements of care throughout the patients' pathway through theatres, from admission through to discharge.
* Comply with all Trust policies and risk assessments, particularly regarding maintaining staff and patient safety.
Communication:
* Recognise and maintain confidentiality of information relating to patients/clients and their records.
* Maintain accurate documentation of any clinical notes or IT systems used in theatre.
* Ensure clarity in communicating with patients, relatives, and carers, as well as other team members. Answer questions within the sphere of one's own knowledge.
* Answer the telephone in a clear, friendly, helpful, and professional manner. Take any messages accurately and refer to a registered nurse/midwife as necessary.
* Demonstrate a caring approach to patients/clients, their families, and visitors, and have good verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
* Attend and participate in departmental meetings, helping to implement change as required.
Person Specification
Education, Training & Qualifications
* Registered Nurse with an Anaesthetic Qualification or an Operating Department Practitioner.
* Degree Level Qualification.
Knowledge & Experience
* Previous experience within anaesthetics, scrub, or recovery.
Skills & Abilities
* Demonstrate an ability to assess, plan, prioritise, deliver, and evaluate patient care.
* Competent and capable of using medical equipment.
* Able to undertake patient manual handling manoeuvres and non-patient manual handling manoeuvres.
* Demonstrate a knowledge of current issues related to the NHS.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; 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.
Operational Matron Theatres and Pre-op assessment
£29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum / Pro Rata
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