About this role
Job summary To provide high-quality, patient-centred care as a senior member of the Operating Department Team, assessing, planning, delivering, and evaluating care to meet the individual needs of each patient and ensure the best possible clinical outcomes and patient experience.
The post holder will supervise and support staff within the Operating Department Team, contributing to the delivery of a high-quality, safe, and efficient service for patients, clinicians, and other service users, responsive to the needs of the service.
Working as a senior member of the team, the post holder will deputise for the Team Leader and take managerial responsibility for the clinical area in their absence, maintaining high standards of patient care and departmental performance.
To ensure that all practices and activities are undertaken in accordance with Queen Elizabeth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust policies, procedures, and professional standards, while actively promoting the Trust's Vision, Values, and Nursing Strategy
Main duties of the job
To work in accordance with the NMC Code (Registered Nurse) or HCPC Standards (Registered ODP), Trust policies and professional guidelines to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care within the Operating Department.
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate care tailored to individual patient needs, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective and evidence-based practice. They will act as a patient advocate, promoting dignity, privacy and respect at all times.
As a senior member of the theatre team, you will provide expert support in scrub and circulating roles and may be required to work in other clinical areas to meet service needs. They will maintain a safe clinical environment and comply with Health and Safety, Infection Prevention and Control, and equipment management policies.
The post holder will maintain accurate patient records, utilise Trust IT systems effectively, and keep up to date with developments in theatre practice. They will act as a role model for junior staff and learners, supporting supervision, teaching and development.
The role includes deputising for the Team Leader, coordinating theatre activities, promoting efficient patient flow, supporting service improvement, and contributing to workforce development through appraisals, induction, mentoring and training. The post holder will maintain their own professional development and foster a positive learning environment that supports excellence in clinical practice.
About us
There's never been a more exciting time to join TeamQEH. We're working on a once in a generation opportunity to build a new state-of-the-art hospital due to open in 2031/32 and we are also carrying out on one of the biggest pieces of digital transformation work we've ever undertaken.
Our new electronic patient record (EPR) will replace paper-based patient records from 2026 and will lead to better, safer, joined-up care at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and beyond.
At The QEH we provide a comprehensive range of specialist, acute, obstetrics and community-based services to around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, North Cambs and South Lincs.
We are an ambitious organisation that upholds our values of kindness, wellness and fairness. We strive for continuous quality improvement, recently demonstrated in our 2024 CQC maternity inspection rating our services as 'Good', and we are proud to be a place to learn and grow through recognised learning and apprenticeships.
We recognise and reward our 4,000 staff and volunteers, priding ourselves on a community atmosphere and positive team spirit. We have approx. 530 beds across 33 wards and have newly built education and training facilities, a range of modern award-winning centres alongside a talented team of people ready to give you a warm welcome. We love working here and think you will too.
Job description Job responsibilities
For further details about this vacancy, please see the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications/training and professional development Essential
Registered Nurse or ODP Member of the UK NMC or HCPC Evidence of further continued professional development
Experience Essential
Experience at band 5 theatre practitioner with relevant clinical experience pertinent to the role. Teaching and staff development.
Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge Essential
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Self-motivated and able to motivate others Proven clinical skills and related knowledge in relevant area Ability to work under pressure
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.
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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 The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT
Address Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Gayton Road
King's Lynn
PE304ET
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.qehkl.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)