Cardiac Congenital Adult Scrub Practitioner

5 days ago


Southampton, United Kingdom University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust Full time

Job summary

We are seeking Registered Nurses and/or Operating department Practitioners to join our Cardiac paediatric and adult congenital theatre team. Prior cardiac scrub experience is essential.

Our elective program runs from Monday to Friday and we work shifts on a 24/7 basis to provide emergency cover out of hours. We have one congenital adult and paediatric theatre running five days/week and a second congenital theatre running one day per week. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to practice in a complex and demanding speciality, offering unique experience of congenital heart conditions in both paediatric and adult congenital patients.

They will benefit from access to leading educational programs and opportunities for career advancement, including:o In-house theatre and anaesthetic courseso Leadership development courseso University post-qualifying modules

Main duties of the job

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful post holder will: Provide skilled specialist assistance in the delivery of direct and indirect patient care throughout the Operating Department. Participate as an integral member of the theatre Scrub team, covering a full range of shifts, including earlies, lates, nights and weekends. Act as the patient advocate and maintain high standards of patient care, in line with NMC or HCPC code of conduct. Be involved in supporting and mentoring students and new staff as appropriate.

What were looking for: Experienced cardiac scrub practitioners. An enthusiastic and focused individual to be a part of our multi-cultural and diverse cardiac theatre team committed to delivering compassionate and professional care to our patients. This is a full-time position hrs over four days per week with a commitment to night and weekend work.

Relocation allowance is available for this post. Please note that terms and conditions apply and can be discussed with the appointing manager at the interview stage.

- Recruitment payments are not applicable to individuals who are moving from Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust or any NHS staff working within Hampshire or the Isle of Wight. These Trusts include; Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trust, Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Foundation Trust, South Central Ambulance NHS Trust.

- Staff who are already employed at UHS in any role are not eligible to claim relocationallowances.

To arrange an informal visit, please contact Senior Sister Alka Kubal () or Senior Sister Veronika Read ()

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

Registered nurse or ODP on relevant part of the register Degree or equivalent experience Has the ability to assist in carrying out the transfer of a patient through the intraoperative phase of perioperative care, giving concise accurate handover Demonstrate knowledge of the skills required to support learners in practice and to create a positive learning environment. Practices and promotes the use of evidence-based practice Knowledge of current issues within acute health service. Understanding of personal accountability. Aptitude for caring for the anaesthetised and/or acutely unwell patient.

Desirable

Experience of teaching and supporting learners in practice. Relevant resus qualification, ie Immediate Life Support Experience of working within relevant care setting Specialist theatre work-based learning course, or mentorship course, post-qualification. Interest in research to promote good practice

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