ODP/Anaesthetics and Recovery Nurse

Job description

Job summary

ODP/Anaesthetics and Recovery Nurse Band 5

The Hospital covers a wide variety of surgical procedures, you will support in assessing patients health and well-being across a complex and changing caseload, assisting in the delivery of care to meet the patients needs. You will actively promote best practice and contribute towards quality improvements, collect collate and organise data, interpret all of the information and make a justifiable assessment, making this available to relevant others.

The successful Operating Department Practitioner or Anaesthetic Nurse will ensure smooth running of the theatres. You will supervise / mentor junior staff (subject to experience) and perform recovery/anaesthetic duties. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills as the unit performs various surgical procedures ranging from General Surgery, Orthopaedic, Urology, Plastics and Ophthalmology.

Day Surgery consists of 7 operating theatres of varying specialities. We also have a brand new refurbished site with an 8 bedded ward.

We are looking for a highly motivated Anaesthetic Nurse or ODP to join our dynamic team in Anaesthetics and PACU.

PLEASE NOTE ADVERT WILL BE CLOSED ONCE SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will provide high quality clinical care to patients, in line with the Trust values and in accordance with professional regulations.
• Accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the senior nurse in charge.
• Work in line with Trust policies, objectives, protocols and local guidelines, whilst also being aware of the importance of their role in supporting members of the team, and always adhering to the Trust values, and in accordance with NMC/HCPC regulations.
• Work autonomously and with others to always deliver high standards of care to patients and their careers, autonomously and as part of a team.
• Communicate in line with Trust values, to patients, carers and staff at all times.
• Take every opportunity to continue to develop, practice and expand their own general and specialist nursing skills.
• Maintain high standards of professional and ethical responsibility, and accountability and be aware of the medico-legal aspects of nursing, in line with professional, regulating and local guidance

About us

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sitesChelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospitalalong with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.

The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical:

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised patient care through appropriate frameworks, including safe effective arrangements for discharge, underpinned by Trust values.
• Assist members of the team in the co-ordination of the clinical activities
• Use clinical standards to participate in the process of monitoring the quality of care delivered. Act to ensure that nursing practice is of the highest standard, in line with Trust and CQC standards.
• Supply and/or administer medication safely in line with Trust medicines policy.
• Assess and support patients with adherence and understanding of their medication, advise on the promotion of health and prevention of illness
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills in the education of the patient and their significant others
• Assist with the evaluation of care and initiate any action required, for example liaising with the multidisciplinary team of doctors as appropriate
• Review the effectiveness of the nursing care provided and initiate any action that may be required
• Undertake any reasonable and relevant clinical or non-clinical functions commensurate with their banding.
• Recognise and act on situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the individual
• Co-ordinate and support other members of the caring team who may be responsible for implementing specific aspects of nursing care.
• Investigate and report accidents, incidents and losses and provide initial support for the member of staff or patient involved, in line with Trust policy.

Professional

Maintain a professional behaviour at all times and promote a positive image of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust at all times, in line with Trust values.

Contribute to a high quality safe working environment in which patients receive a high standard of care

Participate in the setting of standards for nursing practice and for care involving the multi-disciplinary team

Practice in accordance with, and aware of his/her responsibilities under, the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and other appropriate NMC guidelines

Understand and practice in accordance with Trust and Unit policies and procedures, and ensure they are understood and practiced by staff

Maintain a safe working environment recognising the health and safety requirements of patients, visitors and staff

Ensure all strategies, policies and protocols relating to infection control are implemented and monitored and that appropriate and timely action is taken in response to ensuring the prevention of control of infection

Protects patient confidentiality and acts according to the Data Protection Act

Maintain clear and accurate documentation in line with unit and Trust standard

Be aware of Clinical Governance and the impact it has on patient care

Understand local audit processes and take opportunities to initiate local audit and participate in Trust audits locally.

Participate in the ordering and maintenance of adequate stock level in an effective manner

Work with members of the team in implementing a quality approach to service provision, in line with Trust quality care standards.

Report all complaints, incidents or accidents to the Nurse in charge and take appropriate action

Work shift patterns and weekends to suit the needs of service delivery

Education and Development

Be responsible for, and demonstrate personal professional development, maintain up to date clinical skills and ensure mandatory training is always current.

Be aware of current developments within the nursing profession and within the NHS

Participate in team and ward meetings

Participate in established research projects and clinical audit in local area

Assist in ongoing development of the ward as a positive learning environment

Ensure own appraisal is always in date and personal development plan is completed.

Work in a supportive way with learners and HCAS/MSWs, providing knowledge and feedback as required.

Participate in local teaching sessions.

Management and Leadership

Manage a group of patients, in line with level of experience.

Supervise under the direction of the Sister/Charge Nurse, the work of unqualified staff.

Manage the ward/department in the absence of the Band 6 or 7 nurses, if senior enough to do so.

Demonstrate effective time management and prioritization of workload.

Take an active role in the induction and orientation of new staff

Take responsibility for the teaching and education of pre and post registration students acting as a preceptor or mentor as appropriate

Demonstrate leadership and teaching skills in the supervision development and feedback of junior staff

Demonstrate procedures and supervise junior staff and students in the practice of new skills

Have an awareness of cost implications and assist in the management of resources within the clinical area e.g. equipment and supplies

PLEASE SEE JD/PS FOR FULL JOB DETAILS

Job description
Job responsibilities

Clinical:

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised patient care through appropriate frameworks, including safe effective arrangements for discharge, underpinned by Trust values.
• Assist members of the team in the co-ordination of the clinical activities
• Use clinical standards to participate in the process of monitoring the quality of care delivered. Act to ensure that nursing practice is of the highest standard, in line with Trust and CQC standards.
• Supply and/or administer medication safely in line with Trust medicines policy.
• Assess and support patients with adherence and understanding of their medication, advise on the promotion of health and prevention of illness
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills in the education of the patient and their significant others
• Assist with the evaluation of care and initiate any action required, for example liaising with the multidisciplinary team of doctors as appropriate
• Review the effectiveness of the nursing care provided and initiate any action that may be required
• Undertake any reasonable and relevant clinical or non-clinical functions commensurate with their banding.
• Recognise and act on situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the individual
• Co-ordinate and support other members of the caring team who may be responsible for implementing specific aspects of nursing care.
• Investigate and report accidents, incidents and losses and provide initial support for the member of staff or patient involved, in line with Trust policy.

Professional

Maintain a professional behaviour at all times and promote a positive image of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust at all times, in line with Trust values.

Contribute to a high quality safe working environment in which patients receive a high standard of care

Participate in the setting of standards for nursing practice and for care involving the multi-disciplinary team

Practice in accordance with, and aware of his/her responsibilities under, the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and other appropriate NMC guidelines

Understand and practice in accordance with Trust and Unit policies and procedures, and ensure they are understood and practiced by staff

Maintain a safe working environment recognising the health and safety requirements of patients, visitors and staff

Ensure all strategies, policies and protocols relating to infection control are implemented and monitored and that appropriate and timely action is taken in response to ensuring the prevention of control of infection

Protects patient confidentiality and acts according to the Data Protection Act

Maintain clear and accurate documentation in line with unit and Trust standard

Be aware of Clinical Governance and the impact it has on patient care

Understand local audit processes and take opportunities to initiate local audit and participate in Trust audits locally.

Participate in the ordering and maintenance of adequate stock level in an effective manner

Work with members of the team in implementing a quality approach to service provision, in line with Trust quality care standards.

Report all complaints, incidents or accidents to the Nurse in charge and take appropriate action

Work shift patterns and weekends to suit the needs of service delivery

Education and Development

Be responsible for, and demonstrate personal professional development, maintain up to date clinical skills and ensure mandatory training is always current.

Be aware of current developments within the nursing profession and within the NHS

Participate in team and ward meetings

Participate in established research projects and clinical audit in local area

Assist in ongoing development of the ward as a positive learning environment

Ensure own appraisal is always in date and personal development plan is completed.

Work in a supportive way with learners and HCAS/MSWs, providing knowledge and feedback as required.

Participate in local teaching sessions.

Management and Leadership

Manage a group of patients, in line with level of experience.

Supervise under the direction of the Sister/Charge Nurse, the work of unqualified staff.

Manage the ward/department in the absence of the Band 6 or 7 nurses, if senior enough to do so.

Demonstrate effective time management and prioritization of workload.

Take an active role in the induction and orientation of new staff

Take responsibility for the teaching and education of pre and post registration students acting as a preceptor or mentor as appropriate

Demonstrate leadership and teaching skills in the supervision development and feedback of junior staff

Demonstrate procedures and supervise junior staff and students in the practice of new skills

Have an awareness of cost implications and assist in the management of resources within the clinical area e.g. equipment and supplies

PLEASE SEE JD/PS FOR FULL JOB DETAILS

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Anaesthetic Nurse /ODP
• Anaesthetic Course (Nurses)

Desirable

• Mentorship Course

Experience

Essential

• Relevant post registration experience
• Experience in a peri-operative setting in Anaesthetics
• Experience of excellence in leading all / part of a clinical team in practice

Desirable

• Experience in PACU
• Experience of clinical supervision
• General management skills

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Proven clinical knowledge linked to area of speciality and excellence in care delivery
• Proven knowledge of safety issues through clinical governance and risk management
• Excellent communication skills with patients, relatives, staff and external contract
• Knowledge of current challenging and issues in nursing
• Commitment to teaching and learning for self and others
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Clinical decision making skills and ability to prioritise workload
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Evidence of working cooperatively in a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to form excellent interpersonal relationships

Desirable

• Experience of risk management / assessment

Person Specification
Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Anaesthetic Nurse /ODP
• Anaesthetic Course (Nurses)

Desirable

• Mentorship Course

Experience

Essential

• Relevant post registration experience
• Experience in a peri-operative setting in Anaesthetics
• Experience of excellence in leading all / part of a clinical team in practice

Desirable

• Experience in PACU
• Experience of clinical supervision
• General management skills

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Proven clinical knowledge linked to area of speciality and excellence in care delivery
• Proven knowledge of safety issues through clinical governance and risk management
• Excellent communication skills with patients, relatives, staff and external contract
• Knowledge of current challenging and issues in nursing
• Commitment to teaching and learning for self and others
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Clinical decision making skills and ability to prioritise workload
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Evidence of working cooperatively in a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to form excellent interpersonal relationships

Desirable

• Experience of risk management / assessment

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

Additional information
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

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Day Surgery Unit Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

Fulham Road, 369

London

SW10 9NH

United Kingdom

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