Theatre Nurse

Job overview

Do you wish to work in a facility where you will have the opportunity to enhance your specialist skills? If so, the Day Surgery Unit at Lewes is the place for you. We have reopened following COVID and are building up the service we offer in this Unit for the following specialities, Digestive Diseases, Vascular, Gynaecology, OMFS, Occuloplastics and Urology.

We cannot do this without you. We have surgeons and patients waiting.

The service will return to running Monday to Friday from 0700 to 2000. We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 5 Theatre Practitioner, Nurse or ODP to join our friendly, forward thinking team. Anaesthetic and/or Scrub experience is essential.

Our staff are multi skilled and can work in number of the following areas, Anaesthetics, Theatre, Pre op assessment, PACU and the Surgical Ward. Training and support within these areas is provided. This is a fast paced environment with a variety of areas and roles to experience. Every day is different.

The post holder will complete an orientation period to the clinical area in accordance with the Trust’s induction programme. You will also be supported in your on going professional development.

We welcome applications from those who currently hold full UK NMC or HCPC registration. We cannot at this time consider applicants who do not hold a full registration.

Main duties of the job

To provide clinical support & teaching to all relevant personnel within the specialist area. To provide technical & clinical advise to relevant colleagues in the Day Surgery Unit and Pre-Operative Assessment. To provide information & support to patients before, during and after surgery. Willing to undertake training within the Perioperative setting either anaesthetics, scrub or recovery. To provide & assist with the development of safe & high quality specialist patient care & to work within the guidelines of the Trust Nursing & Midwifery Strategy.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Deputise for the Unit Manager /Senior e Practitioner when required. Ensure that accurate records and information systems are maintained. Ensure the safe control, custody and administration of all drugs within the Unit in accordance with Trust Policies and national legislation. Assist the Unit manager to ensure that clinical/nursing practices accurately reflect the departmental philosophy. Inform Senior Practitioner/Unit Manager if there is a change in circumstance, which may affect safe and competent practice. Assist the Senior Practitioner to actively lead in the development of their specialised areas within the Unit. Assist the Unit Manager to ensure self and others attend mandatory training sessions as required. Able to demonstrate relevant IT and keyboard skills to enable electronic data collection and communication. Effectively communicate with all disciplines, patients/clients and relatives. Ensure DATIX are completed and acted upon and the manager is informed accordingly. Assist the Senior Practitioners to effectively lead a multidisciplinary team under pressure in, at times, a highly stressful environment, including emergency situations as required. Ensure the security of the working area is maintained. Ensure the provision of a safe working environment for the staff, patients and visitors at all times in line with the Health and Safety at work act. Attend routine departmental meetings. Ensure adequate stock levels of consumables are maintained and order equipment and supplies as delegated.

Person specification

Evidence

Essential criteria

Registered Nurse/ ODP Minimum 1 year anaesthetic, recovery or scrub experience Experience supporting learners in the clinical environment Previous experience in day surgery or similar environment Good Communication Recognised anaesthetic course

Desirable criteria

Flexible working Works well in a team Able to work in a fast paced environment

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential criteria

Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

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