Job summary
Within our 14 theatres at Basildon & Orsett Hospitals we undertake the following Surgical specialties,, Upper and lower GI, Vascular, Urology, Gynecology, Breast, Obstetrics, Maxillo-facial, ENT, Trauma and Emergency, Orthopaedics, Head and Neck surgery, pain management surgery and, Elective and emergency C-sections.
We are looking for enthusiastic Registered Nurses/ODPs with sound clinical knowledge and Theatre Clinical skills or a desire to develop into a Theatre Practitioner's role.
You preferably will have Theatre experience and ability to provide high quality patient care within the perioperative setting. Training can also be provided to newly registered practitioners and to those who are looking for a new career direction. Knowledge of team work, team values and safe patient care is very important to this role.
So, if this sounds like you, please apply today.
Main duties of the job
If successful you will be fully supported on our development programme until you are able to undertake the full range of duties, which include:
- Ensuring all patients receive the highest possible standard of care, supported by evidence-based practice.
- Taking part in cross-site rotation to meet the needs of the service on 24-hour basis.
- Taking charge of a clinical area on a regular basis following successful completion of a development programme.
- Working within the multi-disciplinary team ensuring good professional relationships.
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest trusts in the country, serving a population of 1.2 million people. Our newly formed Trust, comprising acute hospital sites at Broomfield in Chelmsford, Basildon and Southend, is determined to provide the best health services for its local population. We are a well-led, high-performing and innovative organisation working in the best interests of the people we serve.
With a workforce of approximately 15,000 staff, we can now do more and go further in delivering health services to our local communities.
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We are 'one team, working together'.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to attached Job Description for full list of responsibilities. We weclome informal visits and look forward to receiving your application.
Please contact our Theatre matron or manager to arrange an informal visit: denise.archer3@nhs.net - Theatre Manager or jiji.john@nhs.net - Theatre Matron
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to attached Job Description for full list of responsibilities. We weclome informal visits and look forward to receiving your application.
Please contact our Theatre matron or manager to arrange an informal visit: denise.archer3@nhs.net - Theatre Manager or jiji.john@nhs.net - Theatre Matron
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse NMC or ODP HCPC
Desirable
- ENB 183 or equivalent ENB 998, MIP's or TDLB or evidence of working towards
- Post registration qualification for day surgery or theatre practice or with relevant level of clinical experience demonstrating ability to work without clinical supervision in a specialist area of theatre or day surgery
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in NHS or Acute care setting
Desirable
- Previous experience of working on a surgical ward or within a surgical environment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse NMC or ODP HCPC
Desirable
- ENB 183 or equivalent ENB 998, MIP's or TDLB or evidence of working towards
- Post registration qualification for day surgery or theatre practice or with relevant level of clinical experience demonstrating ability to work without clinical supervision in a specialist area of theatre or day surgery
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in NHS or Acute care setting
Desirable
- Previous experience of working on a surgical ward or within a surgical environment
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).
