An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Nurse or ODP to join out fantastic and friendly team in Theatres at Macclesfield District General Hospital.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Recovery Practitioner to join our team and to provide excellent quality of care to our patients. They will have outstanding communication and organisational skills to assist in the smooth running of our operating lists.

We operate in a range of specialties including Orthopaedics, Trauma, Breast, Gynaecology, ENT, General Surgery, Ophthalmology, Urology ,Plastics and Obstetrics.

Our new employee will receive excellent support and development in their role.

Hours per week - 23

Main duties of the job

• To maintain high standards of professional conduct and to promote good professional ethics throughout the Department.
• To organise the smooth running of your designated area in the absence of the Team Leader and engender a team spirit with all members of the unit, maintaining a high staff morale.
• To ensure that work is carried out in accordance with hospital policies.

About us

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified O.D.P. (Operating Department Practitioner) or R.G.N. (Registered General Nurse)

Desirable

• Diploma educated or equivalent
• Teaching and assessing qualification

Experience

Essential

• Some previous perioperative experience and can demonstrate desire to work in theatre environment
• Dependable on service requirements at time of recruitment the post may be suitable for newly qualified staff or some previous experience may be required.
• Can demonstrate the ability to deliver high standards of care
• Evidence of continued professional development.
• Can demonstrate the ability to solve problems and prioritise workload.

Skills/Knowledge/Ability

Essential

• Able to demonstrate good communication skills.
• Able to demonstrate that they work well within a team.
• Able to maintain accurate patient records.
• Basic IT skills
• Able to work with limited supervision.
• Able to demonstrate self motivation and the motivation of others.
• Understanding of the need for change in the clinical setting due to strive for quality.

Other Role Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details

Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL

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209-A-24-6895328