About this role
Job summary
The post holder will be responsible for the routine daily planning and organisation of the allocated theatre, for clinical procedures and practice and participate in the department's administration as required.
The post holder will be responsible for the assessment of care needs, the development of programmes of care and their implementation and evaluation.
The post holder will be a qualified nurse/ODP and registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council/AODP with an up-to-date PIN number.
The post holder is also expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision, and will be required to demonstrate procedures to, and supervise qualified and unqualified staff.
The post holder will contribute to the overall good of the organisation by being a positive role model and to treat all staff, visitors and service users with courtesy.
The post holder will undertake rotation across the specialities to cover the service where acquired skills allow.
It is expected that the post holder will be able to carry out all the duties listed in the main duty section below. The duties will vary from speciality to speciality, and they may carry out other similar duties in support of the theatre environment that are not listed. No duties are to be undertaken by the post holder unless they have received the appropriate training.
Main duties of the job
Exercise professional accountability as guided by the NMC Code of Conduct (nurses)/ Association of Operating Practitioners Scope of Practice/Code of Conduct.
Act as an effective role model.
Ensure that nursing procedures and policies are followed.
Take charge of the theatre room in the absence of the person who has continuing responsibility.
Assist in maintaining the correct environment for teaching junior nurses, trainee ODP's and learner nurses and be aware of post registration course requirements.
Monitor and maintain the quality of nursing activities and achieve the prescribed standards of nursing/ODP care set for the department.
Providing assistance to the surgeon/anaesthetist/nursing/ODP colleagues as required. Acting as member of the surgical scrub team either as a scrub or circulating practitioner (Theatre nurse/ODP)
Carry out nursing care to the highest possible standard according to Trust Policies and Practice and Clinical Guidelines. This requires a thorough understanding of policies and guidance related to, for example, infection control, hygiene and individualised patient needs
A more detailed duties and responsibilities are on the Job Description
About us
The Whittington Hospital has been rated twentieth in the second annual Healthcare 100 awards, which recognises top employers in healthcare.
We pride ourselves in forward thinking and encouraging our staff to develop by extending the role of the theatre practitioner. If you are an experienced Theatre Nurse, we are offering a Band 6 Senior Theatre Practitioner position within our busy suites. We have 6 Main Theatres and 4 Day Treatment Centre Theatres specialising in Orthopaedics and Trauma, Bariatric, General, Colorectal, Breast surgery, Urology, Vascular, Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
You will need to deliver a holistic care approach that is current, evidence based and effective. You must have a broad knowledge and skill base including communication and team working skills, in order that you contribute to the smooth running of the theatre department.
We are committed to ongoing professional development and opportunities for you to undertake a wide range of in-house and university-based training programme. To be a fit for this role, you must hold the appropriate qualifications as current registered practitioner RGN/ODP and has demonstrated evidence of continuing professional development. You must hold an Advance Theatre Practitioner and a Mentorship course.
Job description Job responsibilities
A detailed Job Description and Person Specification are attached to guide applicants and recruitment team with the longlisting and shortlisting of candidates.
Person Specification
Education / Qualification Essential
oRGN/RN or Diploma / Degree in Operating Department Practitioner oProof of Registration with NMC (nurses)/ Health & Care Professions Council (ODP's) oEssential to have undertaken a mentorship course. oRelevant experience working within theatres as a scrub practitioner.
Desirable
oENB 998 or recognised equivalent
Skills and Abilities Essential
oAble to work without clinical supervision. oAbility to line manage staff in the absence of line manager. oEssential leadership role skills. oAble to work as a team member oAble to manage learners oGood verbal and written communication skills oPrioritisation skills
Desirable
oCompetence on a range of skills and any additional training undertaken. oGood knowledge of all specialties
Knowledge and Experience Essential
oNMC Code of Professional Conduct/ HCPC. oKnowledge of a range of surgical procedures oEqual Opportunities oData Protection oInfection control regulations oRisk management oCurrent nursing/operating department research and developments oEvidence based practice in theatres oKnowledge of audit process
Desirable
oCurrent NHS issues
Personal Qualities Essential
oProfessional manner oGood communication skills with patients and colleagues of all disciplines oFlexible and willing to rotate to all areas oFlexible to meet the changing needs of the service oAble to work under pressure oAble to deal with stress oGood attendance record
Desirable
oEnthusiastic and motivated
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 Whittington Hospital NHS Trust
Address Whittington Health
Magdala Avenue
London
N19 5NF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.whittington.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)