Theatre Recovery Practitioner

Job overview

We are a friendly, dynamic recovery team that has vacancies for trained nurses or ODP’s.

If you are committed to provide a high standard of patient care. Theatre recovery can give you an opportunity to develop your critical care and high dependency skills within a friendly and supportive environment. You will need to demonstrate the ability to manage acutely ill patients; skills include airway management, pain management and care of unconscious post-operative patients.The unit provides post-operative care for a wide range of specialties including:orthopaedics, urology, gynaecology, general and sub-specialty surgery, emergency and trauma.We are looking for registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioners with excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt quickly in a demanding environment. You are a person who uses their own initiative but also works effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and who will provide high quality patient care. Previous experience is an advantage, but support is available from the line managers, variety of trainings and professionaldevelopment team to further your skills and knowledge.

Main duties of the job

To work as part of the Main theatres Recovery/CTC Recovery team and carry out patient care to the highest possible standard.The new posts have been created with Operational project of Vanguard Theatres recently approved as an extension to the Main Theatres in SRH.
To be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of patients in the operating theatre recovery suites.

The organisation and supervision within a designated area of the department. To participate in promoting an environment conducive to learning and to assist senior staff with the teaching of learners as required. To participate in the setting and monitoring of quality standards in relation to clinical practice

Working for our organisation

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, 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 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Candidate Pack

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Professional:

·Maintain personal and professional knowledge and competence and practice within the Nursing and Midwifery Council Codes of Conduct & Health Professionals Council Standards of Proficiency.

· Provide evidence based individualised patient care to a high standard and in accordance with the Trust’s policies, procedures and guidelines.

·Establish and maintain effective communication skills to support high quality patient care.

· Be aware of Health and Safety requirements and to assist in promoting the safety and well-being of other staff and patients. It is the responsibility of every employee to take care of their own health and safety and the safety of anyone who may be affected by what they do.

Responsibilities:

· Deliver skilled care for all patients and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient care.

·Participate in setting and maintaining agreed standards of patient care.

· Ensure all records and documentation are compiled and maintained accurately and in accordance with the NMC Standards for Record Keeping.

· Use resources effectively and economically.

· Report accidents, complaints and incidents in a timely manner using the Datix system.

Theatre Matron/ Service manager Band 7

Theatre/Recovery Practitioner Senior Theatre/Recovery Practitioner (Band 6)

Theatre/Recovery Practitioner (Band 5) THIS ROLE

Theatre/Recovery Health Care Assistants

·Demonstrate a professional attitude at all times and comply with the Trusts Uniform

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria. For example, applicants for the Senior HCA role must be able to evidence a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the same role to qualify for sponsorship.

If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Registered Nurse or Registered Operating Department Practitioner
• Experience/Qualification- Nursing Diploma/ODP
• skills -The ability to complete Recovery related competence.Ability to work as an effective team member Ability to work well under pressure Organisational skills – ability to prioritise and manage own workload.
• people management and development-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Show evidence of/awareness of the need for professional development.
• Health related diploma/ODP NVQ level 3/C&G 752
• Evidence of achievement of subset of KSF outline for Band 5 theatre nurse/ ODP post. Or, if new to Band 5, the ability to achieve this within one year

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)

Important information for applicants:

A Note on AI Use in Applications

UHSussex values authenticity and encourages applicants to ensure that all application materials accurately reflect their own skills, experience, knowledge and motivations. Candidates may use AI and digital tools to support the preparation of applications, for example to assist with spelling, grammar, structure or accessibility needs. However, applicants remain responsible for the content submitted and should ensure that it genuinely represents their own abilities and experience. Where there are reasonable concerns that an application does not authentically reflect the applicant's own knowledge, skills, experience or suitability for the role, the Trust reserves the right to explore this further and, where authenticity cannot be satisfactorily demonstrated, to reject the application.

Bank Workers: Bank workers are welcome to apply for any of our vacancies but please note if you are successful at interview there will be a delay in confirming a start date due to the Trust's current financial controls.

Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications