About this role
Job summary
We are currently looking to recruit an Theatre Practitioner (ODP/RN) (Must be UK recognised qualification) to join us as part of our friendly and enthusiastic Day Surgery theatre team.
We cover a wide range of specialties including oral, ENT, gynaecological, urological, orthopaedic, ophthalmic, general surgery, bronchoscopy and a pain service.
We offer a busy exciting work environment and we are committed to the support and training of our staff, as such we are keen to develop suitable candidates within the role.
You will need to be highly motivated and enthusiastic, preferably have experience in a day surgery theatre environment and possess excellent communication skills. We require individuals who are forward thinking and well organised with a positive attitude towards flexibility and change.
Applicants must be a Registered Nurse (or returning via a recognised Return to Practice programme leading to NMC RN registration) or an Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC registered).
This post can only be offered as a developmental opportunity to support Nurses returning to Band 5 practice.
*Please note that online interviews will not be available for this vacancy. All shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an in-person interview*
Main duties of the job
Our Day Surgery Unit comprises of 4 operating theatres, a minor procedure room and a recovery area.
You will work effectively as part of the multidisciplinary team providing assistance and service in all aspects of the Operating Department. On occasions work in other areas of the Trust will be required such as Main Theatre, A&E, Endoscopy, Delivery Suite and X-Ray.
You will maintain good communication and enhance effective working relationships throughout the department.
You will interpret and respond appropriately to direction from other members of the multidisciplinary team.
You will ensure that records of patient care, drugs, specimens, and implants are accurately and fully maintained and ensure effective transfer of information.
Exceptional, newly qualified staff and Return to Practice nurses will also be considered.
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 to open in 2030 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
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information about this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications/training and professional development Essential
Registered with HCPC (ODP) or NMC (RN), or eligible to register via an NMC Return to Practice programme. Degree/Diploma in Nursing or equivalent A UK recognised anaesthetic qualification
Desirable
A recognised teaching qualification ILS qualification or previous recovery experience Previous NHS experience
Experience Essential
Have a sound knowledge/experience of basic theatre skills and theatre processes
Desirable
Experience in a broad range of theatre specialties Anaesthetic practitioner experience
Skills, abilities, and knowledge Essential
IT literate Excellent team working skills Excellent communication skills
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 The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT
Address The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Gayton Road
King's Lynn
PE30 4ET
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.qehkl.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)