About this role
Job summary
Band 5 Staff Nurse/ODP - Evelina London Children's Hospital
We are currently offering an exciting opportunity for a qualified anaesthetic nurse/ODP to join our paediatric anaesthetic assistant team in the Evelina London Children's Hospital. This opportunity will allow you to work alongside our excellent team within Theatres and develop your skills in various surgical specialities.
What can we offer you?
We want you to be the best you can be and we support you in achieving your goals through a supportive induction programme and further learning opportunities. Training and support is provided whilst we develop your existing skills and knowledge in each aspect of the paediatric perioperative environment.
Join our anaesthetic assistant team at Evelina London Children's Hospital and be a part of our dedicated and skilled staff.
Main duties of the job
Whether you are an experienced anaesthetic nurse or ODP, or are newly qualified in the field, if you are looking to further develop your career and expand your skills within a range of paediatric clinical specialities, this may be the role for you.
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.
We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.
We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and - as part of King's Health Partners - we are one of England's eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world-class clinical services, teaching and research. We have one of the National Institute for Health Research's biomedical research centres, established with King's College London in 2007, as well as dedicated clinical research facilities.
We have around 23,600 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally. We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and continue to develop new and existing partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities and charitable bodies and GPs.
Job description Job responsibilities
Responsible for carrying out safe and effective clinical practice within the paediatric perioperative environment. Ensuring that high quality, up-to-date evidence-based patient care is co-ordinated and implemented safely. Carry out those activities necessary to conduct a comprehensive patient assessment and work alongside the anaesthetist, raising any concerns as necessary in a timely fashion. Ensuring that the daily working environment is well stocked, organised and fit for purpose. Ensuring that all emergency equipment (including algorithms) are present and able to be located in the event of an emergency situation. Will be responsible for the application of knowledge across the range of work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience. To ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and have an excellent patient experience. Work alongside the multi-disciplinary team to carry out co-ordinated care. Responsible for the correct administration of prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and blood products. Will be wholly accountable for their practice in line with the NMC/HCPC code of professional conduct and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve their knowledge and professional competence. Will be familiar with the Health and Safety at Works Act, and be aware of its implications and ensure that local unit and departmental policies are followed. Will adopt a patient-centred approach to working, Will be responsible for the provision and receipt of complex, sensitive or contentious information related to patients, patient care, relatives, staff or other multidisciplinary colleagues. Communicate effectively and efficiently with all members of the multi- disciplinary team regarding patient care. Will communicate with patients and relatives, making reports and liaising, as appropriate, with medical staff other members of the care team and management. Committed to the Trust values and creating an inclusive environment.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
NMC Level one Registration With Completed Anaesthetic Course or Recognised qualification in Operating Department Practice Registered with HCPC Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
Leadership Qualification SSSA&P training
Experience Essential
Recent experience in Anaesthetics Experience of working on own and in a team
Desirable
Experience of working within paediatric anaesthetics
Skills Essential
Able to assess, plan, implement & evaluate programmes of care Able to work as an effective team member Ability to administer prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and blood products Knowledge of Evidence Based Practice Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Desirable
Venepuncture and Cannulation
Values & Behaviours Essential
Upholds a high standard of ethical practice, confidentiality and accountability Puts the patient first and ensures their safety at all times Promotes equality, diversity and inclusion at all times
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Address Evelina London Children's Hospital
Lambeth Palace Road
London
SE1 7EH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)