About this role
Job summary
The post holder is responsible and accountable for implementation of robust systems and processes that ensure there is a continuing improvement in the quality of the service/care provided to patients across all sites within University Hospital Tees.
The post holder is also responsible and accountable for:
Providing strong, visible clinical and professional nursing leadership.
For the safe preparation of elective patients for anaesthesia and surgery.
Develop strong working relations with speciality teams to actively support and monitor the delivery of high-quality services.
To provide a quality and safe service for patients within the unit, to identify and act upon risk factors which can be optimised prior to surgery.
Ensure effective recruitment and retention initiatives are implemented to ensure that bank and agency spend is kept to a minimum.
To provide emotional and educational support for patients prior to having surgery.
To reduce the rate of cancellation on day of, or near to date of surgery, to optimise theatre utilisation.
In collaboration with the Clinical Lead and Perioperative manger, will ensure that patient care is undertaken within National Guidelines, provided and supported by the Pre-Operative Association and Royal collage of Anaesthetists. Work with management teams within the variety of specialties to ensure the demands of their capacity are met safely.
Main duties of the job
Patient / client care, development of specialised nurse led care to defined caseload supporting patients along clinical pathways and protocols of care. Deliver nurse led Pre-Assessment service, as an independent nursing practitioner, developing advanced professional/clinical skills/knowledge in areas such as; detailed clinical assessment of patients, consent, prescribing and the ordering and interpretation of radiological and pathological tests. Supports patients to be partners in their own health care through education, discussion and explanation of care. Works as a member of the senior clinical team, to advise and support colleagues in the delivery of specialised patient care across professional boundaries. Undertake or advise on the management of a specific aspect of medical care. Be responsible for the line management of team members and the services areas aligned. The post holder will undertake any employee relation issues in accordance with Trust Policy. Work in partnership with others to:
Ensure highest standards of patient care and safety.
Co-ordinate the care for patients in specialised area of practice.
Contribute to the delivery of a planned specialised programme of nursing care.
About us
We support the 'Making Every Contact Count' approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust have come together to form University Hospitals Tees. As a result, post holders may be required to work across sites within both organisations.
Across University Hospitals Tees, our ambition is to be the best place to work, ensuring we have the right staff in the right roles at the right time to deliver outstanding patient care and experience.
We are committed to supporting our staff through an inclusive and supportive working environment, offering health and wellbeing initiatives, staff benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.
We support the 'Making Every Contact Count' approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills Essential
oSignificant post registration experience in Peri Operative Medicine. oExperience in providing care for patients undergoing surgery / anaesthesia. oExperience in assessment of patient's comorbidities. oTeaching/Mentorship/Preceptorship experience. oExtensive Anaesthetics or pre-operative assessment experience. oAnalytical and judgmental skills. oSpecialist problem solving and assessment skills. oExcellent communication and interpersonal skills. oAbility to work autonomously or as a team member, as well as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team. oAble to interpret a full range of pre-operative investigations. oCompetent in comprehensively assessing patients with complex co-morbidities and performing cardio-pulmonary examination line with evidence-based practice. oInvolvement in facilitating innovative practice.
Qualifications and Skills Essential
oNMC Level 1 Registration. oDegree level in nursing. oPre assessment experience. oClinical skills / physical assessment. oHold a record of continuous professional development. oRecognised teaching certificate. oNon-Medical prescribing. oECG training. oImmediate life support.
Experience Essential
oCardio Pulmonary Exercise testing. oPulmonary Function testing.
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).
Employer details Employer name South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address The James Cook University Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)