About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for you to join a highly motivated multidisciplinary team delivering patient centred care, with emphasis on quality and patient safety. You will specialise in the scrub practitioner role in our busy theatre unit. Our theatre team is committed to ensuring that staff are trained to meet the demands of their role through a competency based training programme. We have a dedicated Training and Development Officer. We offer a personalised induction programme, supernumerary status for a minimum of three months and clinical courses to help you reach your potential. You will be enthusiastic, motivated and willing to learn a wide range of skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required along with the ability to work as part of a team.
PLEASE NOTE APPLICANTS MUST HOLD FULL UK REGISTRATION WITH EITHER HCPC OR NMC. THOSE WITH PARTIAL REGISTRATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. * Previous applicants need not apply*
Applicants should be able to demonstrate a willingness and capability to learn new skills. A minimum of three months experience in theatre practice is desirable.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated staff to join our highly skilled teams. We have opportunities available at Band 5 Scrub Nursing Team and for both Nurses and ODP's at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
We have 8 cardiac/thoracic theatres, endoscopy room and a recovery unit with a fantastic team of theatre nurses and ODP's. We are incredibly busy following the Covid-19 pandemic with both elective and emergency pathways and cover various specialities including Cardiac, Thoracic, Aortic, Vascular, ACHD, etc.
About us
As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.
We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.
We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.
Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.
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Job description Job responsibilities
Assess plan, implement and evaluate programmes of evidence- based care.
Assist in the management and organisation of a clinical area.
Contribute to the development and supervision of other staff members.
Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.
Manage the safe and effective use of resources.
Participates in the education and development of other staff member
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education Essential
Registered Nurse/ODP Requirement to undertake specialty specific CPD Professional Body Mentorship (NMC/ HCPC)
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Previous Theatre Experience (min 12 months)
Desirable
Previous Cardiothoracic Experience
Skills and Abilities Essential
Demonstrate commitment to continued professional development Ability to communicate clearly in written and spoken word Ability to communicate in a variety of settings and with multiple members of the MDT able to present factual information and deal with questions Able to maintain accurate patient records Possess basic computer skills Understanding of quality and change in the clinical setting
Values and Behaviours Essential
Excellent Compassionate Safe
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 Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
Address Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
Liverpool
L14 3PE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)