University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Theatre Practitioner/ODP - Cardiac Theatres

The closing date is 12 August 2025

Job summary

Glenfield Hospital Theatres are recruiting experienced Band 5 nurses with cardiac scrub experience and Operating Department Practitioners within our Cardiac Theatre Team!

There is excellent scope for learning and advancement within our theatres and we have our own dedicated Education Team and on the ground clinical skills supervisors, to help you develop and progress in your career.

Main duties of the job

To co-ordinate and provide skilled clinical practise (without direct supervision) to patients, in accordance with responsibilities under NMC/HCPC Code of Conduct.
To contribute to the continued development of Nurses/Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs), including the supervision of junior nurses/ODPs and support staff.
Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of evidenced-based clinical care to a group of patients.
Assist and contribute to the management and organisation of a theatre or unit
Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing/ODP care.
Actively participate in the education, development and supervision of other staff members.
Act as a clinical and professional role model, mentoring, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement within the clinical area.
Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.

About us

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals:

high-quality care for all,
being a great place to work,
partnerships for impact, and
research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

we are compassionate,
we are proud,
we are inclusive, and
we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Date posted

29 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year (Pro Rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

358-7301018-ITA

Job locations

Glenfield Hospital

Groby road

Leicester

LE3 9QP

Job description

Job responsibilities

Make a referral to another practitioner when it is in the best interests of somebody in your care
Act without delay if you believe those in your care, you, a colleague or anybody else may be at risk
Confirm that the outcome of any delegated task meets required standards
Make sure that everybody for whom you are responsible is supervised and supported
Deal with problems and complaints constructively and not allow a complaint to prejudice the care your provide to somebody
Deliver care based on the best available evidence or best practice

Please refer to the Job description/person specification for full details on the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Make a referral to another practitioner when it is in the best interests of somebody in your care
Act without delay if you believe those in your care, you, a colleague or anybody else may be at risk
Confirm that the outcome of any delegated task meets required standards
Make sure that everybody for whom you are responsible is supervised and supported
Deal with problems and complaints constructively and not allow a complaint to prejudice the care your provide to somebody
Deliver care based on the best available evidence or best practice

Please refer to the Job description/person specification for full details on the role.

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

Registered nurse/qualified ODP
Evidence of ongoing professional development
Satisfactory attendance records in previous post or throughout training period
Willingness to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery

Desirable

In possession of or willingness to work towards recognised NMC/HCPC teaching qualification
Experience in the specialty applied for
Evidence of post registration continuing professional development or reflective portfolio
Degree in nursing or health related subject

Communication and Relationship Skills

Essential

Understands the importance of team working and their role within the multidisciplinary team
Able to develop and maintain effective interpersonal skills and relationships with colleagues across the healthcare setting
Demonstrates the ability to communicate well with patients of diverse cultures and understanding
Able to present factual written and verbal information and deal with questions basic knowledge of IT
Good verbal and written skills
Able to maintain accurate patient records

Desirable

Computer literacy

Planning and Organisational skills

Essential

Ability to decision make and prioritise clinical workload
Demonstrates understanding of their own role in efficient management of resources

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

Registered nurse/qualified ODP
Evidence of ongoing professional development
Satisfactory attendance records in previous post or throughout training period
Willingness to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery

Desirable

In possession of or willingness to work towards recognised NMC/HCPC teaching qualification
Experience in the specialty applied for
Evidence of post registration continuing professional development or reflective portfolio
Degree in nursing or health related subject

Communication and Relationship Skills

Essential

Understands the importance of team working and their role within the multidisciplinary team
Able to develop and maintain effective interpersonal skills and relationships with colleagues across the healthcare setting
Demonstrates the ability to communicate well with patients of diverse cultures and understanding
Able to present factual written and verbal information and deal with questions basic knowledge of IT
Good verbal and written skills
Able to maintain accurate patient records

Desirable

Computer literacy

Planning and Organisational skills

Essential

Ability to decision make and prioritise clinical workload
Demonstrates understanding of their own role in efficient management of resources

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Glenfield Hospital

Groby road

Leicester

LE3 9QP

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Glenfield Hospital

Groby road

Leicester

LE3 9QP

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)