Job summary PaediatricPost Anaesthetic Care UnitRN,ODP and Newly Qualified staffWehave an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Practitioner/Nurse to join ourOperating Theatre department within Paediatrics.
We provide excellent trainingpackages with the opportunity for both full time and part time positions.
Weprovide a 24-hour operating service with the availability of flexibleworking.
Main duties of the job As part of the multidisciplinary team, theRecovery Practitioner/Nurse is responsible for the assessment, evaluation andimplementation of care given to patients within the recovery room.
Our keyduties are, working as a skilled member of the recovery team, carrying outnursing duties within the recovery department and providing the heist standardof patient care.
Develop and maintain skills and knowledge necessary to provideholistic, evidence based nursing care, following CPD requirements.
Participatein the maintenance of standards in accordance with the clinical policies andprocedures.
Always communicate effectively and responsibly with patientsfamilies and colleagues within the multi-disciplinary team.
Maintain accurateand legible written and electronic records of care, ensuring that the safety,privacy and dignity of the patient is maintained at all times.
About us LeedsTeaching Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest acute health providers inthe UK and based in one of the fastest growing and vibrant cities in the north.For all new starters to the Trust will attend both a corporate induction and alocal Theatres and Anaesthetics Induction Programme.
We also have a 6-monthPreceptorship framework to support you in your new role, which incorporatesfurther education sessions and support forums and clinical supervision.
On ateam level we also offer all newcomers introductory packs which help andsupport your transition into our busy and diverse team.Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our processof redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles.
Assuch, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the rightto close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed.
If you doexperience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, pleasebear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact ifyou have any questions.
Job description Job responsibilities JOBPURPOSE/SUMMARYToprovide and be responsible for the assessment of care needs, the development,implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for the Peri-operativepatient.
To carry out all relevant formsof care competently without direct supervision.Communicatewith members of the multi-disciplinary team to facilitate continuity of careand promote effective team working.Toassist with the teaching and supervision of learners and other staff.Thejobholder will work within an environment caring for peri-operative patients.Please see the full job description attached.
Person Specification Experience Essential Current issues in health care Understanding of the principles of patient centred care Organisational skills Time management skills Team player Understanding of research-based practice - research conscious Communication skills Ability to act professionally at all times Desirable Awareness of speciality Capable of lateral thinking Practical Skills Essential Good written and verbal skills Ability to organise and prioritise workload.
Understanding of skills and knowledge required to develop team members Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (Level 1 or 2)/ Registered Operating Department Practitioner.
Willing to undergo training as necessary.
Ability to demonstrate and explain skills to other staff