Post Anaesthetic Care Unit Practitioner

3 weeks ago

Brighton, Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Position Overview

The successful candidate will collaborate with the PACU Team Leader and the Perioperative Practice Education Team to foster and advance evidence-based clinical practices within the Post Anaesthetic Care Unit. You will play a pivotal role in cultivating a supportive learning atmosphere, promoting reflective practices through the execution of clinically oriented teaching and education that empowers PACU practitioners to meet their ongoing professional and personal development objectives. Additionally, you will provide both clinical and managerial assistance to the PACU Team Leader, offering clinical guidance, support, and advice to colleagues while overseeing PACU operations in the Team Leader's absence.

Main Responsibilities

  • Establish a nurturing learning environment and advocate for a culture of reflective practice to enhance learning, delivering constructive feedback and educational guidance to nursing staff regarding their professional and personal growth.
  • Collaborate with the PACU Team Leader and PACU Band 6s to assist staff in developing personal development plans and portfolios.
  • Lead the design and execution of the PACU education pathway and training across the broader Theatres department, ensuring all personnel possess the necessary skills and knowledge, utilizing initiative and discretion to manage workload independently.
  • Serve as a resource for staff, providing instruction, support, and guidance to perioperative staff and students, while appropriately addressing poor practices with sensitivity and escalating issues as necessary.
  • Act in place of the Team Leader by organizing and planning clinical activities regularly, taking responsibility for the daily management of a team, and prioritizing both elective and emergency patient care within the perioperative setting.
  • Maintain and enhance your own specialized clinical knowledge and skills.
  • Disseminate relevant and accurate information to PACU practitioners and the wider perioperative team, promoting the philosophy of evidence-based practice by analyzing, interpreting, and applying research findings to ensure effective and innovative nursing practices.

Working with Us

At University Hospitals Sussex, we embrace diversity as our strength, fostering an inclusive environment that prioritizes patient care, as evidenced by our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your unique experiences will contribute to our creative and innovative community, where every individual is encouraged to thrive. We offer various Staff Networks to dismantle barriers and provide a buddy system to assist new members in acclimating. We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. Our extensive Wellbeing Programme for staff is designed to support you during challenging times, recognizing that to care for others, we must first care for ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching, and training, ensuring that we continuously strive for excellence. From your first day with us and throughout your career, we are committed to helping you grow and develop. We hope that by choosing University Hospitals Sussex, you are embarking on a fulfilling career where you can witness the impact of your contributions and feel valued for your efforts.

Detailed Job Description and Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of the PACU education pathway and training across the wider Theatres department, ensuring all staff are equipped with the right skills and knowledge.
  • Collaborate with departmental practice educators across all theatre departments to promote cohesive and consistent best practices, sharing resources, ideas, and knowledge while identifying educational and professional development needs for both new and existing staff.
  • Oversee the maintenance of mandatory training requirements for practitioners working in PACU.
  • Assist in standardizing and maintaining accurate data records in accordance with Trust policy.
  • Work alongside the PACU Team Leader, perioperative practice education team, Theatre Managers, and theatre Team Leaders to develop standards and guidelines that support staff training and development.
  • Assist the PACU Team Leader in the recruitment of staff for PACU, particularly for educational programs, and contribute to the development of the education pathway for new PACU practitioners.
  • Participate in the Trust's appraisal process to discuss how your role will contribute to delivering optimal patient care and facilitate service improvements.
  • Identify personal learning needs and collaboratively plan training requirements with your line manager.
  • Ensure that you do not work outside your defined level of competence and discuss any concerns with your Team Leader or manager.

Person Specification

Education and Clinical Requirements

Essential Criteria

  • Completion of an accredited/non-accredited PACU course.
  • Substantial PACU or Critical Care experience with extensive experience in high dependency post-anaesthetic care, including the administration of IV opioids and noradrenaline.
  • Completion of Practice Supervisor/Practice Assessor or teaching and assessing qualification.

Desirable Criteria

  • Post Graduate Certificate in Health and Education (PGCert) or willingness to work towards completion within 18-24 months.
  • Experience in preparing and facilitating teaching sessions.
  • Completion of a leadership course.
  • Experience in quality improvement initiatives.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential Criteria

  • Evidence of personal development to enhance understanding of equality issues.

Desirable Criteria

  • Evidence of championing diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to the role).

Important Information for Applicants

Flexible Working: If you wish to explore potential options regarding flexible working, please discuss this with the appropriate recruiting or line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we conduct a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those who meet the Visa and Immigration eligibility criteria.

Closing Advertisements Early: Please apply as early as possible for this role. In the event of exceptional interest, we may close advertisements earlier than specified.

University Hospitals Sussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.

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