A Band 5 Staff Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner post in the Thoracic and Breast Theatre team at Glenfield Hospital, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. The work centres on perioperative care for patients having elective and emergency thoracic and breast surgery, including anaesthetic and scrub duties. Suited to newly qualified staff or those developing specialist theatre skills, with a structured development programme. Communication, organisation and teamwork are central to fit.
What the job involves
- Deliver high standards of perioperative patient care
- Assist in anaesthetic and scrub roles as required
- Support complex thoracic and breast surgical procedures
- Work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists and the multidisciplinary team
- Maintain patient safety and adhere to theatre policies, standards and infection prevention practice
- Take part in ongoing professional development and service improvement
- Co-ordinate and provide skilled clinical practice without direct supervision, in line with NMC/HCPC Code of Conduct
- Contribute to the development of nurses and ODPs, including supervising junior nurses, ODPs and support staff
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based clinical care for a group of patients
- Help manage and organise a theatre or unit
- Set and maintain high standards of nursing and ODP care
- Take part in the education, development and supervision of other staff
Skills & knowledge
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Commitment to patient-centred care
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced theatre environment
- Flexibility, teamwork and a proactive approach to learning
- Understanding of team working within the multidisciplinary team
Other
- Behaviours consistent with the Trust's values and behaviours
- Compassionate and inclusive leadership in care and interactions with others
What’s offered
- Structured development programme
- Opportunities for professional growth, education and career progression
- Supervision and support from experienced practitioners
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