Job summary
We are looking for a new Nurse / Practitioner to join our Gloucester team.
Practitioners are an integral part of our theatre teams and will undertake a variety of duties. You will be setting the theatre up ready to accommodate patients. We can typically see 18-22 patients a day in our high-volume cataract surgery provision, so you will thrive working in an efficient and fast paced environment
What are we offering:
A salary of up to £41,000 depending on previous experience
30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
A company pension scheme
A company bonus of up to 10%, based on company performance
Enhanced Weekend Working
Access to a range of benefits including free eye tests, discounted or free glasses, private dental care, life insurance, cycle to work scheme, a free 24/7 well-being/counselling/advice service and a retail/technology discount scheme.
Main duties of the job
Reporting to the Lead Theatre Nurse you will support the delivery of high quality and high volume cataract surgery, as well as VR and Oculoplastics.
Theatre Practitioners manage the pre-operative patient process by performing a range of clinical assessments and getting the patients ready for surgery.
You'll provide a competent scrub provision, supporting the surgeon through the daily theatre list, anticipating any potential problems and resolving these. At the end of the day, you'll help clean down the theatre and in all you do you'll ensure the highest standards are met in terms of patient safety, clinical compliance and hygiene levels.
Aside from providing Scrub services in the theatre you'll also undertake medicine management and audit duties as well as maintaining accurate patient records. You'll manage clinical waste and ensure the correct disposal procedures are implemented.
You'll care for our post operative patients by helping them relax whilst you explain the next steps and medication details, clearly explaining what they can expect and what any possible side effects can be.
The thought of eye surgery can be a daunting prospect for patients to deal with, so our Scrub Nurses need to be empathetic and friendly and able to put patients at ease and help them feel comfortable during their time in surgery.
About us
Who are we?
Newmedica are one of the leading providers of NHS ophthalmology services in England, providing outpatients appointments, diagnostic testing and eye surgery. We aim to change lives through better sight and eye health.
We care for more than 225,000 NHS and private patients a year in over 26 locations and continue to grow.
You will be working with a friendly multi-disciplinary team passionate about improving the lives of our patients. Newmedica Gloucester is a bright, spacious and modern working environment.
We provide an environment where your learning and development is supported through a range of various learning tools and Courses.
At Newmedica, we actively promote diversity, and equal opportunities and are fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of all people, irrespective of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, language, religion, ethnic or social origin.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role
Theatre Practitioner/Scrub Nurse
Location
Gloucestershire Newmedica Limited
Reporting to
Theatre Lead
WHO ARE WE?
Newmedica is one of the leading providers of NHS-funded ophthalmology services in England.
Our Purpose is to make a difference
Our Vision is a society where everyone can get access to free or affordable world class treatment for advanced eye conditions without any unnecessary delay or worry
Our Mission is to revolutionise the care and treatment for patients facing the prospect of sight loss by creating a new national network of specialist eye clinics that have a seamless link with all optometrists and GPs
We provide services for NHS CCGs, NHS Trusts and Foundation Trusts, and other providers of NHS funded services. We deliver over 125,000 patient interactions annually, including outpatient appointments, diagnostic testing and eye surgery. Our services are delivered through a variety of models including Managed Services and Ophthalmology Joint Venture (OJV) Partnerships.
Overview of the Role
Reporting to the Lead Theatre Nurse, Theatre Practitioners support the delivery of high quality and high-volume cataract surgery, as well as VR and Oculoplastics. Ophthalmic experience would be preferable but further training will be given, you need to have appropriate life support training and be able to deliver an excellent level of patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Scrub and circulating skills.
Work as a skilled member of the Theatre Team, providing high quality patient care.
Ensure all records and documentation are compiled and maintained accurately and in accordance with the NMC/HCPC Standards for Record Keeping.
Work within the NMC/HCPC Code of Practice and Standards.
Participate in training and development of clinical and other groups of staff.
Participate in clinical audit and research projects, as required.
Develop and maintain practice.
Communicate effectively with patients and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
Professional Duties
To work within the requirements of the Code of Practice and Standards of the Health and Care Professions Council / Nursing and Midwifery Council.
To be responsible for and demonstrate commitment to Continuing Professional Development and Clinical Governance.
To participate in training and development of clinical and other groups of staff.
To participate in clinical audit and research projects, as required.
THE INDIVIDUAL
Education & Qualifications
ODP degree/nursing degree or equivalent qualification essential.
Specific Competencies:
Ability to work in different theatre environments adapting to different surgeons.
Committed to deliver consistently high standards of care to patients.
Self-motivated to provide an excellent level of communication and individual care for patients.
ODP degree/nursing degree or equivalent qualification essential.
Theatre training /substantive experience required.
Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council essential / Nursing and Midwifery Council.
3 years or more hospital eye service experience preferred but not necessary as training will be given.
Knowledge of clinical practice and demonstrable knowledge of developments in Optometry required.
Experience of and commitment to medical audit.
Comfortable with Microsoft Office products and using computerised systems for data input/output and review.
STATUS OF THIS DOCUMENT
This job description is a guide to the work that you will initially be required to undertake.
It may be changed from time to time, in consultation with you, to meet changing circumstances.
It does not form part of your contract of employment.
CRIMINAL RECORDS DECLARATION
Newmedica is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and we will ask applicants to disclose details of convictions, irrespective of whether they are spent or not.
SAFEGUARDING
It is the responsibility of all Newmedica employees and contractors to fully comply with
Newmedicas safeguarding policies and procedures.
Individuals must ensure that they understand their role in protecting adults and children that may be at risk of abuse.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role
Theatre Practitioner/Scrub Nurse
Location
Gloucestershire Newmedica Limited
Reporting to
Theatre Lead
WHO ARE WE?
Newmedica is one of the leading providers of NHS-funded ophthalmology services in England.
Our Purpose is to make a difference
Our Vision is a society where everyone can get access to free or affordable world class treatment for advanced eye conditions without any unnecessary delay or worry
Our Mission is to revolutionise the care and treatment for patients facing the prospect of sight loss by creating a new national network of specialist eye clinics that have a seamless link with all optometrists and GPs
We provide services for NHS CCGs, NHS Trusts and Foundation Trusts, and other providers of NHS funded services. We deliver over 125,000 patient interactions annually, including outpatient appointments, diagnostic testing and eye surgery. Our services are delivered through a variety of models including Managed Services and Ophthalmology Joint Venture (OJV) Partnerships.
Overview of the Role
Reporting to the Lead Theatre Nurse, Theatre Practitioners support the delivery of high quality and high-volume cataract surgery, as well as VR and Oculoplastics. Ophthalmic experience would be preferable but further training will be given, you need to have appropriate life support training and be able to deliver an excellent level of patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Scrub and circulating skills.
Work as a skilled member of the Theatre Team, providing high quality patient care.
Ensure all records and documentation are compiled and maintained accurately and in accordance with the NMC/HCPC Standards for Record Keeping.
Work within the NMC/HCPC Code of Practice and Standards.
Participate in training and development of clinical and other groups of staff.
Participate in clinical audit and research projects, as required.
Develop and maintain practice.
Communicate effectively with patients and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
Professional Duties
To work within the requirements of the Code of Practice and Standards of the Health and Care Professions Council / Nursing and Midwifery Council.
To be responsible for and demonstrate commitment to Continuing Professional Development and Clinical Governance.
To participate in training and development of clinical and other groups of staff.
To participate in clinical audit and research projects, as required.
THE INDIVIDUAL
Education & Qualifications
ODP degree/nursing degree or equivalent qualification essential.
Specific Competencies:
Ability to work in different theatre environments adapting to different surgeons.
Committed to deliver consistently high standards of care to patients.
Self-motivated to provide an excellent level of communication and individual care for patients.
ODP degree/nursing degree or equivalent qualification essential.
Theatre training /substantive experience required.
Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council essential / Nursing and Midwifery Council.
3 years or more hospital eye service experience preferred but not necessary as training will be given.
Knowledge of clinical practice and demonstrable knowledge of developments in Optometry required.
Experience of and commitment to medical audit.
Comfortable with Microsoft Office products and using computerised systems for data input/output and review.
STATUS OF THIS DOCUMENT
This job description is a guide to the work that you will initially be required to undertake.
It may be changed from time to time, in consultation with you, to meet changing circumstances.
It does not form part of your contract of employment.
CRIMINAL RECORDS DECLARATION
Newmedica is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and we will ask applicants to disclose details of convictions, irrespective of whether they are spent or not.
SAFEGUARDING
It is the responsibility of all Newmedica employees and contractors to fully comply with
Newmedicas safeguarding policies and procedures.
Individuals must ensure that they understand their role in protecting adults and children that may be at risk of abuse.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- ODP degree/nursing degree or equivalent qualification essential.
- Ability to work in different theatre environments adapting to
- different surgeons.
- Commitment to deliver consistently high standards of care to
- patients.
- Theatre training /substantive experience required.
- Current registration with the Health and Care Professions
- Council essential / Nursing and Midwifery Council.
- Self-motivated to provide an excellent level of communication and individual care for patients.
Desirable
- 3 years or more hospital eye service experience preferred although not essential as training will be given.
- A Knowledge of clinical practice and demonstrable knowledge of developments in Optometry would be an advantage, as well as experience and commitment to medical Audit.
- Must be Comfortable with Microsoft Office products and using computerised systems for data input/output and review.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- ODP degree/nursing degree or equivalent qualification essential.
- Ability to work in different theatre environments adapting to
- different surgeons.
- Commitment to deliver consistently high standards of care to
- patients.
- Theatre training /substantive experience required.
- Current registration with the Health and Care Professions
- Council essential / Nursing and Midwifery Council.
- Self-motivated to provide an excellent level of communication and individual care for patients.
Desirable
- 3 years or more hospital eye service experience preferred although not essential as training will be given.
- A Knowledge of clinical practice and demonstrable knowledge of developments in Optometry would be an advantage, as well as experience and commitment to medical Audit.
- Must be Comfortable with Microsoft Office products and using computerised systems for data input/output and review.
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).
