Job responsibilities
Job Description
Job Title: Recovery (Registered General Nurse / Paediatric Registered Nurse/ ODP)
Department: Theatres / Recovery
Grade: 5
Hours: 37.5
Responsible to: Theatre Manager, Recovery Manager
Accountable to: Chief Nurse and NMC/ HCPC
Job Purpose:
Responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development of programmes of care and the implementation and evaluation of those programmes. Carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision. Teaches and supervises qualified and unqualified staff. Maintains high standards of care within the department. After 12 Months of post registration experience the post holder should be able to regularly take charge or team lead the clinical area in the absence of the person who has continuing responsibility of taking charge or team leading.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities
Practice according to NMC code of conduct.
Clinically based in a designated area of the recovery /theatre/ CT and Imaging department Surgical Assessment and procedures Unit SAPU.
Ensure nursing and post anaesthetic care is delivered using an individualised approach.
To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team.
Ensure that all patient documentation is accurate and comprehensive.
Maintain good communication with all health care staff and ensure prescribed treatment is carried out.
Ensure the safe custody and safe administration of medicines and report any discrepancies.
Practice in accordance to documented and verbal anaesthetic and surgical/ CT and Intervention after care sheets and post procedure instructions and planned management, implementation and evaluation of the care provision of the conscious/ unconscious patient handed over care in the clinical area of the assigned department under supervision and support ,from all clinical teams.
To work with supervised supported roles gaining experience to independently plan and prepare relevant equipment in the post anaesthetic areas supporting planned operating lists in all clinical areas such as theatre, Surgical Admissions Pain Unit (SAPU), and Ct and Imaging department, recovery areas.
Recognise priorities in organising patient care and manage workload appropriately.
Evaluate pre and postoperative and post procedure care relating to the prevention of postoperative/ post anaesthetic complications in all areas where Post Anaesthetic care is provided such as Theatres , CT and Imaging department and Surgical Admissions Pain Unit (SAPU).
Effectively convey the plan of nursing care, surgical, post anaesthetic and post procedural information to other clinical staff involved in the direct care of patient or patients. Ensure that surgical, anaesthetic and after care / post procedure instructions are carried out or handed over accordingly.
Undertake extended roles of care within the unit as authorised by the nursing advisory committee.
The post holder should demonstrate:
Be a clinical specialist for a designated area of the recovery/ Post anaesthetic areas of the Theatre, CT and Imaging department and Surgical Admissions Procedure Unit.
According to anaesthetic and surgical/ CT and Imaging intervention: plan, implement and evaluate the care of the conscious/ unconscious patient in Post anaesthetic care units in the theatre and CT and Imaging department and Surgical Admissions Procedure Unit (SAPU) .
Educational Responsibilities
Assist with the orientation programme for new staff and nursing observers and newly recruited staff.
Ensure that personal limitations are verbalised and adhered to.
Develops own professional and personal development through research, innovation and attendance at suitable study days.
Participate in research projects as appropriate, seeking to develop nursing practice.
Participate and teaches as appropriate in the departments in-service education programme.
Promotes a work-based learning environment.
Assists in the Supervision and Assessments and also facilitation of nursing and healthcare professional students in the work place.
Participate in Individual Performance Review and RNOH Appraisal policy.
Management Responsibilities
Assist with the maintenance of equipment and ordering of supplies, to promote good care and prevention of waste.
Develop an awareness of the cost implications of equipment and supplies.
Maintain the department according to hospital and theatre policies, responsible for the cleanliness of equipment and environment.
Report any potential complaints or untoward incidents to the Recovery Co-ordinator/Team leader and participate in the Trusts Risk Management process as appropriate.
Be flexible with working hours to facilitate the smooth running of the unit and participate in the working day week and weekend on-call shift system.
Be an active member of the multi-disciplinary team, ensuring good communication with other departments.
Assist in the utilisation of staffing resources to provide the most effective cover for the department.
Ensure that the Recovery areas for theatres / Imaging and CT / Surgical Admission pain procedure Unit operate smoothly on a day to day basis.
Support the department manager in issues arising from the Trust Board Strategies.
- Professional responsibilities
Assist in promoting an open and friendly working environment.
Receive patients and visitors into the department, projecting a professional appearance in manner and dress.
Ensure that enquires are dealt with in a prompt manner.
Undertake department projects pertinent to the speciality.
Orientate new staff, learners and temporary staff to the department and hospital.
Encourages a good working relationship with the multi-professional team and to attend multi-professional meetings as appropriate.
Maintain patient and staff confidentiality at all times.
Maintain patients comfort, safety and dignity at all times.
To be aware of and practice in accordance with the Trusts policies and procedures.
Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults At Risk
The Trust recognises its duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and adults. Staff must at all times treat patients with dignity and respect protecting, young people and adults at risk from abuse and neglect
Employees have a responsibility to ensure that prompt and appropriate action is taken when concerns have been made about a child, young person or adults at risk. Employees should be aware of their responsibilities as detailed in the Local Safeguarding Children Procedures and Safeguarding Adults at Risk Policy.
The Trust will assist you by providing mandatory training, support and advice.
Safeguarding children and adults is everyones business
IT Skills
All staff are required to demonstrate a level of IT literacy skills appropriate to their job, as the use of IT is fundamental in delivering good quality efficient health care.
Assuming normal Health and Safety standards are met.
Driving to and from work is not included.
Terms and Conditions of Service
This appointment is subject to the terms and conditions of employment of the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust.
Professional conduct
The post holder must comply with the Code of Professional Conduct applicable to their profession.
Risk Management
The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust strives to take a holistic approach to the management of risk; Health and Safety, Caldicott, Corporate and Clinical Governance requirements are all elements of risk management.
Risk management is fundamental in ensuring the safety of all whilst on Trust premises and in ensuring that a high level of quality care is continually provided. To support staff in the management of risk, the Trust provides training programmes and facilitates staff in the use of risk management identification tools. In turn, individuals are responsible for ensuring that they attend training sessions and adhere to the Trusts policies and procedures, which includes the reporting of incidents, both actual and near miss.
Health and Safety at Work Act
Under the provisions of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 it is the duty of every employee to:
- Take reasonable care of themselves and of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.
- Co-operate with their employer in ensuring that all statutory and other requirements are complied with.
Clinical Governance
All staff must comply with the Trust Infection Control Policy. All employees must attend infection control training as required within their department as directed by their line manager.
Confidentiality
Post-holders must maintain the confidentiality of information about patients, staff and other health service business in accordance with the Data Protection of 1998. Post-holders must not, without prior permission, disclose any information regarding patients or staff. If any member of staff has communicated any such information to an unauthorised person those staff will be liable to dismissal. Moreover, the Data Protection Act 1998 also renders an individual liable for prosecution in the event of unauthorised disclosure of information. Following the Freedom of Information Act (FOI) 2005, post-holders must apply the Trusts FOI procedure if they receive a written request for information.
Equal Opportunities
The Trust welcomes all persons without regard to age, ethnic or national origin, gender or sexual orientation, religion, lifestyle, presenting illness or disability. We aim to provide a non-judgemental service at all times.
No Smoking Policy
The Trust prohibits smoking .
