Employer: Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Town: Dorchester
Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 Per Annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 21/11/2024 23:59
NHS AfC: Band 5
Job overview
Staff Nurses/Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) – Theatres (Band 5)
Hours: Up to and including full time
Theatres are looking to recruit enthusiastic Band 5 Staff Nurses or Operating Department Practitioners to support this busy Department. We are looking for all round trained Theatre Practitioners.
We currently have full time vacancies for committed and enthusiastic individuals to complement the established team in delivering high quality care that is rapidly adapting to meet the needs of a diverse local population.
We can offer superb career and professional development opportunities with a structured orientation programme whilst the unit provides a challenging work environment.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in groups which are under-represented in our organisation.
Main duties of the job
You will:
* Be required to work as part of a motivated team as well as being able to work on your own initiative.
* Be expected to work shifts to cover the needs of the service which is 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.
You have:
* Current NMC/HCPC registration
Person specification
Education and Training
* Registered Nurse/ ODP
* Evidence of CPD
* Teaching course/qualification
Experience
* Minimum 2 years’ experience at Band 5 in surgery or theatres
* Understanding of professional nursing issues
Skills and Knowledge
* Evidence of ability to practice as competent practitioner
* Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
* Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
* Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively
* Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements
* Evidence of ability to develop leadership skills
* Evidence of an area of special interest
* Knowledge of clinical audit
* Evidence of critical appraisal skills
Important Information
Please read the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required.
The closing date/interview date is subject to amendment; this vacancy may therefore expire at short notice, so we recommend that you submit an application at your earliest convenience. We reserve the right to close any vacancies without notice.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email; therefore it is important that you check your personal email account regularly.
Unfortunately we are unable to respond to every application; if we do not contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date, please be advised that you not have been shortlisted on this occasion.
You can contact us on 01305 254655 to find out whether you have been shortlisted or if you would like feedback.
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