Job summary
** THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST EMPLOYEES **
We are a friendly, dynamic recovery team that has vacancies for trained nurses or ODP's.
If you are committed to provide a high standard of patient care. Theatre recovery can give you an opportunity to develop your critical care and high dependency skills within a friendly and supportive environment. You will need to demonstrate the ability to manage acutely ill patients; skills include airway management, pain management and care of unconscious post-operative patients.The unit provides post-operative care for a wide range of specialties including: orthopaedics, urology, gynaecology, general and sub-specialty surgery, emergency and trauma.We are looking for registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioners with excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt quickly in a demanding environment. You are a person who uses their own initiative but also works effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and who will provide high quality patient care. Previous experience is an advantage, but support is available from the line managers, variety of trainings and professional development team to further your skills and knowledge.
Main duties of the job
To work as part of the Main theatres Recovery/CTC Recovery team and carry out patient care to the highest possible standard.To be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of patients in the operating theatre recovery suites.
e organisation and supervision within a designated area of the department. To participate in promoting an environment conducive to learning and to assist senior staff with the teaching of learners as required. To participate in the setting and monitoring of quality standards in relation to clinical practice
About us
At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme,for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop.We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Professional:
Maintain personal and professional knowledge and competence and practice within the Nursing and Midwifery Council Codes of Conduct & Health Professionals Council Standards of Proficiency.
Provide evidence based individualised patient care to a high standard and in accordance with the Trusts policies, procedures and guidelines.
Establish and maintain effective communication skills to support high quality patient care.
Be aware of Health and Safety requirements and to assist in promoting the safety and well-being of other staff and patients. It is the responsibility of every employee to take care of their own health and safety and the safety of anyone who may be affected by what they do.
Responsibilities:
Deliver skilled care for all patients and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient care.
Participate in setting and maintaining agreed standards of patient care.
Ensure all records and documentation are compiled and maintained accurately and in accordance with the NMC Standards for Record Keeping.
Use resources effectively and economically.
Report accidents, complaints and incidents in a timely manner using the Datix system. Theatre Matron/ Service manager Band 7 Theatre/Recovery Practitioner Senior Theatre/Recovery Practitioner (Band 6) Theatre/Recovery Practitioner (Band 5) Theatre/Recovery Health Care Assistants
Demonstrate a professional attitude at all times and comply with the Trusts Unifo
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Professional:
Maintain personal and professional knowledge and competence and practice within the Nursing and Midwifery Council Codes of Conduct & Health Professionals Council Standards of Proficiency.
Provide evidence based individualised patient care to a high standard and in accordance with the Trusts policies, procedures and guidelines.
Establish and maintain effective communication skills to support high quality patient care.
Be aware of Health and Safety requirements and to assist in promoting the safety and well-being of other staff and patients. It is the responsibility of every employee to take care of their own health and safety and the safety of anyone who may be affected by what they do.
Responsibilities:
Deliver skilled care for all patients and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient care.
Participate in setting and maintaining agreed standards of patient care.
Ensure all records and documentation are compiled and maintained accurately and in accordance with the NMC Standards for Record Keeping.
Use resources effectively and economically.
Report accidents, complaints and incidents in a timely manner using the Datix system. Theatre Matron/ Service manager Band 7 Theatre/Recovery Practitioner Senior Theatre/Recovery Practitioner (Band 6) Theatre/Recovery Practitioner (Band 5) Theatre/Recovery Health Care Assistants
Demonstrate a professional attitude at all times and comply with the Trusts Unifo
Person Specification
esential
Essential
- Professional registration- RN or Registered ODP
- Experience/Qualification- Nursing Diploma/ODP
- Skills -The ability to complete Recovery related competences within 6 months
- People management and development-excellent interpersonal/communication; commitment for professional development al develope
- Equality and diversity demonstrate understanding/Freedom to act-able to working independently innovative and self motivated.
Desirable
- Previous experience in Theatre Department
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Person Specification
esential
Essential
- Professional registration- RN or Registered ODP
- Experience/Qualification- Nursing Diploma/ODP
- Skills -The ability to complete Recovery related competences within 6 months
- People management and development-excellent interpersonal/communication; commitment for professional development al develope
- Equality and diversity demonstrate understanding/Freedom to act-able to working independently innovative and self motivated.
Desirable
- Previous experience in Theatre Department
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to 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.
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).
