Job summary
We
are looking for a highly motivated individual RN to join the Acute and
Obstetric Team in the Leeds General Infirmary.
The
Team work within a number of clinical areas, primarily in the Acute and
obstetric theatres, also Accident and Emergency Resus, Cardiac Cath labs and
Interventional Radiology. You will be part of a supportive, collaborative Team
with a multidisciplinary approach to peri-operative care pathways.
We work with clinical experts from many specialties,
including Vascular, Maxillofacial, ENT, Radiology, Cardiology and Anesthesia.
The LGI is a designated Major Trauma Centre and is also Tertiary Referral
Hospital for the above specialties
Main duties of the job
Successful
applicants would be qualified practitioners willing to learn and expand their
scrub practice in a wide variety of specialties We are looking for individuals
who are comfortable working in a team with excellent communication skills and
who are happy to face different challenges each day.
For
all new starters to the Trust, we have a structured Introduction to
Professional Practice (IPP) Induction program to prepare you for working at
LTHT. We also have a 6-month preceptorship framework to support you in your new
role, which incorporates further education sessions and support forums.
The position will require 24 hour 7 days working with
a flexible working pattern
About us
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our
process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new
roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve
the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If
you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle,
please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named
contact if you have any questions
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB
PURPOSE/SUMMARY
To
provide and be responsible for the assessment of care needs, the development,
implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for the Peri-operative
patient. To carry out all relevant forms
of care competently without direct supervision.
Communicate
with members of the multi-disciplinary team to facilitate continuity of care
and promote effective team working.
To
assist with the teaching and supervision of learners and other staff.
The
jobholder will work within an environment caring for peri-operative patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB
PURPOSE/SUMMARY
To
provide and be responsible for the assessment of care needs, the development,
implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for the Peri-operative
patient. To carry out all relevant forms
of care competently without direct supervision.
Communicate
with members of the multi-disciplinary team to facilitate continuity of care
and promote effective team working.
To
assist with the teaching and supervision of learners and other staff.
The
jobholder will work within an environment caring for peri-operative patients.
Person Specification
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Good written and verbal skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Understanding of skills and knowledge required to develop team members
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1 or 2) Or Registered Operating Department Practitioner
- Willing to undergo training as necessary
- Ability to demonstrate and explain skills to other staff
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Organisational skills
- Time management skills
- Team player
- Understanding of research based practice - research conscious
- Communication skills
- Ability to act professionally at all times
Desirable
- Capable of lateral thinking
Experience
Essential
- Current issues in health care
- Understanding of the principles of patient centred care
Desirable
Person Specification
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Good written and verbal skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Understanding of skills and knowledge required to develop team members
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1 or 2) Or Registered Operating Department Practitioner
- Willing to undergo training as necessary
- Ability to demonstrate and explain skills to other staff
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Organisational skills
- Time management skills
- Team player
- Understanding of research based practice - research conscious
- Communication skills
- Ability to act professionally at all times
Desirable
- Capable of lateral thinking
Experience
Essential
- Current issues in health care
- Understanding of the principles of patient centred care
Desirable
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
