Senior Operating Department Practitioner- Senior Anaesthetic Nurse

Job Description: Will work with anaesthetic team in all surgical specialities, including elective and emergency cases, trauma and obstetric theatre. The will work flexibly and participate in covering nights, weekends and bank holidays. The post holder will demonstrate high level clinical skills, communication and management skills. They will ensure the area they are allocated to is safe, well stocked and will plan ahead to eliminate any potential issues. They will teach and support trainees and junior staff ensuring that their knowledge and education meets the required standards. Main Duties Of The JobCommunicate with the Team Leader and Theatre Coordinator to ensure that patients are prepared for theatre in reasonable time and are received in to the theatre department adhering to the concepts laid out by NatSSIPS 8 sequential steps Assist in the safe handling, transfer and positioning of patients between all areas of the theatre department; including complex cases. Preparing & transporting portable monitoring equipment to assist with the transfer of patients to Intensive Care Unit/High Dependency Unit following anaesthetic intervention Provide skilled assistance when participating in scrub and circulating duties in both main theatres and obstetric theatres. Communicate with other departments, e.g. laboratory services, EBME and Sterile Services Department, to minimize delays and improve efficiency as required. Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary clinical practice, explore new ideas and introduce positive, evidence-based changes in line with local and national initiatives. E.g. NICE guidance and Association for Perioperative Practice (AFPP) Guidelines.

About Us: The hospital is very busy servicing a highly populated, diverse population. The Theatre department consists of seven operating theatres and two obstetric theatres. Working closely with the preassessment department and day surgery department which has one minor ops theatre. A diverse multidisciplinary team communicates and works closely together to ensure a safe patient journey, whilst promoting efficiency and high quality care. The team works flexibly to ensure best possible outcomes for patients.

Job Responsibilities: Undertake all nursing/anaesthetic procedures in accordance with Trust and theatre policies and ensure that these procedures are understood and adhered to. Ensure accurate and comprehensive nursing/theatre records, in all formats, are maintained using appropriate documentation and IT systems. Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary clinical practice, explore new ideas and introduce positive, evidence-based changes in line with local and national initiatives. E.g. NICE guidance and Association for Perioperative Practice (AFPP) Guidelines. Support implementation of safe working practices as required by the Health & Safety at work Act Always act as an appropriate and effective role model. Act as a resource, supporting and motivating staff members. Prepare, teach and demonstrate theatre practice. Act as an effective mentor and preceptor to support all theatre staff in promoting education and training Keep abreast of and participate in local and trust initiatives Support Senior management team with improvement initiatives including clinical care, financial and resource management improvements. Person SpecificationEssential: Registered NMC with Anaesthetic qualification Registered with HCPC Emergency and elective anaesthetic experience Obstetric anaesthetic experience Teaching qualification IT skill and experience with patient management system Good communication skills Desirable: Leadership qualification Management experience Change management experience Disclosure And Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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. 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. UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. Employer DetailsEmployer name: Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address: North Middlesex Hospital, Sterling Way, Edmonton, N18 1QX, United Kingdom Employer's website: https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/