Theatre Practitioner - RGN/ODP (Cardiothoracic Theatres)
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Cardiothoracic Theatres are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as a band 5 practitioner. We are seeking either an experienced practitioner who is looking for a new challenge or a Newly Qualified Nurse /Operating Department Practitioner looking to become part of a highly driven and valued professional team. Previous experience and knowledge is not necessary as we offer a comprehensive training package with mentorship tailored to your needs. We pride ourselves in delivering high quality patient care and are committed to providing continual personal and professional development.
The Cardiothoracic Theatre Suit comprises of three operating theatres which specialise in both Cardiac and Thoracic surgery. We perform cutting edge heart and lung cancer surgery including Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery, Video Assisted and Robotic Lobectomies.
The Cardiothoracic unit at The James Cook University Hospital is a specialised regional service serving a population of 1.5 million stretching from Whitehaven in Cumbria to North Yorkshire, Teesside and Durham. We are a centre for lung cancer and the focus of the Cancer Care Alliance of Teesside, South Durham and Yorkshire.
Main duties of the job
The role is for either a scrub or anaesthetic practitioner, caring for patients undergoing planned Cardiothoracic surgery. We also provide an emergency service for patients requiring life-saving interventions. Cardiothoracic Theatres operate Monday to Friday only. An On Call commitment is required to provide a 24-hour service. This commitment attracts an extra payment.
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
* Registered General Nurse or ODP Qualification
* Current NMC / HCPC registration
* Diploma or Degree in relevant qualification
Knowledge & Skills
* To provide clinical expertise within critical care providing person-centred care.
* Facilitate the development of junior staff providing preceptorship, support, and assistance in their own professional and academic development.
* Effective verbal & non-verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work within a multi-professional team.
* To assist other staff members in their time management and ability to prioritise care.
* Maintain a high standard of clear and concise documentation and record keeping within the clinical environment.
* Intermediate information and technology skills.
* To ensure a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
* Reporting and processing of minor incidents and complaints.
* To act as an autonomous practitioner within professional and clinical guidelines.
* Ensure staff adhere to national, Trust and local policies, procedures, and guidelines.
* Ensure staff adhere to relevant NMC guidelines and Code of Professional Conduct.
Experience
* Ability to work within the boundaries of the Professional Codes of Conduct.
* An awareness of Government Documents / policies in relation to changes within the NHS.
* Commitment to evidence-based practice.
* Previous experience of working in an acute health care setting.
Personal Attributes
* Demonstrates a positive image of the nursing profession.
* Caring and compassionate attitude to patients and colleagues.
* High level of personal motivation.
* Courage to raise concerns and challenge practice.
* Commitment to the development of self and others.
* Willingness to undertake further training and development.
* Flexible approach to working hours to meet the needs of the service.
* Ability to travel independently, as, and when required for the nursing role.
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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