Upper Gastro-Intestinal Theatre Lead - Theatres

We are seeking to recruit a dynamic motivated registered nurse/ODP to join the Theatre team.

The successful individual will have a pivotal role in delivering Trust Objectives and ensuring that the care delivered within this specialty reflects the Trust Vision and Values.

The successful candidate must have the ability to provide positive mentoring/coaching and development to the clinical teams within all theatre specialities and act as a role model in all they do.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will be an experienced registered Nurse/ODP with a qualification in mentorship or training, be a guide in Upper G.I surgeries, and a good understanding of the Peri-operative Departments. If you are a dynamic, energetic, enthusiastic Nurse/ODP we would love to hear from you.

The role will focus on the provision of supporting and developing staff, setting and maintaining standards of clinical excellence, improving outcomes and experiences for patients, families, carers as well as staff.

About us

Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also 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.

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

We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.

We are the only hospital group in Northampton shire which perform Robotic assisted surgeries in Urology and, ENT and General surgery in addition to being the vascular centre for the region.

We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Ensure accurate completion of theatre records, documentation and care plans.

Assess the immediate and ongoing needs of the patient develop an individualised plan of care, in discussion with the patient and their carer or significant others as appropriate.

Make decisions as to the most appropriate method of care for the patients, where a variety of options need to be considered as to the most suitable plan of care.

Communicate regularly with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.

Contribute to and participate in the development of a culture of commitment to innovation and quality improvement using research and audit.

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

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

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.

Take responsibility for safe supply, storage, administration, checking and disposal of medications including controlled drugs in line with Trust Policy and Nursing and Midwifery Council/ Health and Care Professions Council standards.

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

Maintain detailed theatre documentation.

Assist and contribute to the management and organisation of the theatre area.

As the team leader, take charge of the clinical area.

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.

As the team leader, lead by example with drive and enthusiasm, responding appropriately to the needs of patients, families and carers.

Take responsibility for assisting with the management and leadership of the theatre unit and its teams, whilst maintaining an appropriate style that maintains good morale, a team approach to work and a culture which fosters innovation and change.

Set high standards of patient care for the theatre department and ensure cleanliness is maintained so that the patients experience is excellent.

Influence people and events through successful communication, negotiation and persuasion skills.

Constructively challenge practices as necessary, which impact on patients care and/or staff wellbeing.

Work in partnership with other senior team members to ensure the nursing strategy objectives are achieved.

As the team leader, act as a first contact point for patients, relatives and staff to address concerns and complaints.

Act courteously and helpfully to patients, families/carers, colleagues and all users of the Trust.

Act as a positive role model to the team.

Take responsibility for the assessment of the care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of patient care.

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

Actively participate in the ward culture whereby patients, relatives and carers participate and understand treatment plans.

Monitor activity and patient dependency, escalating any concerns to the Theatre Manager.

Adopt an open learning culture from clinical incidents and patient/staff feedback.

Collaborate with all members of the clinical area and theatre teams to assist in the running of theatres.

Conduct local induction when introducing new members of staff to their duties and to newly qualified staff.

Person Specification

Educations, Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse/ ODP with current registration with NMC/ HCPC
• Educated to degree level or equivalent level of education, training or experience
• Evidence of CPD and/ or revalidation as require

Desirable

• Teaching/mentor qualifications
• Management qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Previous theatre or post anaesthetic recovery experience
• Experience of involvement with audit
• Experience of mentoring learners in the theatre environment
• Computer literacy

Desirable

• Evidence of publication/ presentation of project findings
• Evidence of clinical effectiveness, research and audit/ clinical governance and/ or incident investigations

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrate the ability to assess, plan, prioritise, deliver and evaluate patient care
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritise own workload and recognise, prioritise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations
• Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills and documentation
• Competent and capable of using medical equipment
• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
• Able to undertake patient manual handling manoeuvres and non-patient manual handling manoeuvres
• Evidence of team working and ability to work effectively within a team

Desirable

• Knowledge of patient administration systems
• Competent in the administration of intravenous medication
• Counselling and/or coaching skills/qualification
• Venepuncture & Cannulation

Personal Qualities and Attributes

Essential

• Passionate and committed to bring our Dedicated to Excellence values to life, improving the way we work with each other, particularly focusing on empowerment, equality diversity and inclusion of our staff, patients and service users
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, families and carers from a diverse background
• Ability to work under pressure and seek help when required
• Must be able to demonstrate understanding of, and behaviours consistent with the NMC Code (October 2018)/HCPC Code of Conduct 2016
• Able to demonstrate reflective practice
• Act as a role model to others
• Flexible and resilient
• An ability to remain positive during service changes and challenges

Employer details

Employer name

Northampton General Hospital

Address

Northampton General Hospital

Cliftonville

Northampton

NN1 5BD

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265- 5797494