Theatre Practitioner​/ODP

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We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under‑represented within the Trust.

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Weston General Hospital are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual with a flexible approach to be part of our Main Theatres and Surgical Day Case Unit (SDCU).

We are currently looking for a member of staff to work alongside our multi‑disciplinary team as a band 5 working up to 37.5 hours a week, with anaesthetic experience.

Weston Theatres is a small, friendly unit with a real passion for delivering the highest standards of care. We have 6 theatres; 2 in our Surgical Day Case Unit and 4 in our Main Theatre Unit.

We cover a wide range of specialities including general & colorectal surgery, breast surgery, urology, gynaecology, orthopaedics and trauma.

The working pattern you would be expected to fulfil within your working hours up to 37.5 will include a range of shifts as well as nights and weekends.

The ideal applicant will have skills or knowledge in anaesthetics. Eagerness to learn is essential, along with flexibility and a team working approach.

• In partnership with other professionals and disciplines, develop measurable patient care plans/goals. The process should include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care from admission to timely transfer or discharge.
• Take charge of the clinical needs of a group of defined patients on the ward/department prioritising workload according to changing clinical need over a 24 period.
• Work towards regularly taking charge of the ward/department on occasion prioritising workload according to changing clinical need over a 24 period.
• Delegate tasks and activities to a range of team members in relation to patient care (for example when taking charge or as link nurse).
• Ensure nursing documentation is maintained, accurate and timely in line with the Trust standard.
• To demonstrate awareness and compliance with Trust policies, procedures, guidelines and standards. To work towards promoting this to others.
• Promote and maintain a safe environment for patients.
• Administer medicines in accordance with Trust policy.
• Promote a clean environment and the prevention of hospital acquired infection.
• Respond positively and act promptly to resolve problems/issues for patients/carers, utilising complaints procedures and PALs where appropriate.

• Registered Nurse level 8 or C or C+G 752/ NVQ level 3 Operating Department Practitioner/ Dip HE in Operating Room Practice
• Training qualification or equivalent experience

• Experience of caring for sick patients in a variety of settings
• Experience of working in the perioperative environment
• Experience of taking charge of an individual theatre

• Good basic level of English language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to solve problems and use initiative
• Ability to develop own clinical skills and a willingness to participate in continuing professional development
• Competency in medication administration including IV drug administration or willingness to undergo training
• Basic IT skills (e.g. Microsoft packages)
• Ability to take the lead, initiate and ensure appropriate action in response to the deteriorating patient
• Willingness to develop teaching skills
• Able to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Able to manage difficult situations
• Awareness of audit & research
• Recognition of own limits
• Team player
• Resilient with an awareness that the role can be stressful and emotional at times
• Self‑motivated
• Int…