Operating Department Practitioner

4 weeks ago


Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Northampton General Hospital Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) or Registered Nurse with an Anaesthetic Qualification to join our Gynaecology and Obstetrics Theatre Team at Northampton General Hospital.

The ideal candidate will have sound clinical experience, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and be able to work flexibly and lead by example.

As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for assisting anaesthetists in delivering anaesthetics to patients undergoing surgery, maintaining a safe and clean work environment, and taking responsibility for one's own professional development.

You will also have the opportunity to work in partnership with all members of the multi-disciplinary team and contribute to the development of a culture that is committed to innovation and quality improvement.

Main Duties of the Job

Assist anaesthetists in delivering anaesthetics to patients undergoing surgery

Maintain a safe and clean work environment

Take responsibility for one's own professional development

Work in partnership with all members of the multi-disciplinary team

Contribute to the development of a culture that is committed to innovation and quality improvement

About Us

Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey of modernisation and advancement.

We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.

Our Excellence Values

Compassion

Accountability

Respect

Integrity

Courage

We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential.

As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.

We encourage applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.

Job Responsibilities

Provide a high standard of care as set out in Theatre Standards and trust guidelines

Maintain accurate completion of theatre records, documentation and care plans

Assess the immediate and ongoing needs of the patient and develop an individualised plan of care

Make decisions on the most appropriate method of care for the patients

Regularly communicate with other team members, including Consultants, nursing staff and other specialties

Contribute to and participate in the development of a culture that is committed to innovation and quality improvement

Assist in the monitoring and maintenance of equipment used in the Units and report any faults that occur to the appropriate person

Assist in cleaning schedules, facilitating an agreed level of cleanliness for the units

Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality care

Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families/carers

Actively maintain and promote a safe theatre environment

Undertake nursing procedures and techniques in accordance with agreed Trust policies and guidelines

Plan, develop and implement approaches to promote health and wellbeing of patients and improve their health status

Maintain an awareness of the developments in the care and treatment of patients in order to be able to carry out duties competently and efficiently

Responsible for safe supply, storage, administration, checking and disposal of medications including controlled drugs in line with Trust Policy and Nursing Midwifery Council standards

Document the condition and progress of patients and report to medical staff and/or senior theatre staff any areas of concern

Maintain contemporary detailed theatre documentation

Assisting and contributing to the management and organisation of the theatre area

Once competent in team management skills, takes charge of the clinical area on a regular basis in the absence of the person who has continuing responsibility or his/her deputy

When required, participate in all elements of care, throughout the patients pathway through theatres, from admission through to discharge

Comply with all Trust policies and risk assessments with particular regard to the policies and procedures carried out in the event of maintaining staff and patient safety

Communication

Recognise and maintain confidentiality of information relating to patients/clients and their records

Maintain accurate documentation of any clinical notes or IT systems used in theatre

Ensure clarity in communicating with patients, relatives and carers as well as other team members

Answer questions within the sphere of ones own knowledge

Answer the telephone on a clear, friendly, helpful and professional manner

Demonstrate a caring approach to patients/clients, their families and visitors and to have good verbal and non-verbal communication skills

To attend and participate in departmental meetings, helping to implement change as required



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