Job summary Theatre Nurse - KIMS Hospital, MaidstoneODP | Theatre Nurse | Perioperative Practitioner | Scrub Practitioner | Scrub Nurse | Full Time | PermanentAre you a skilled Nurse who is patient orientated with experience working in a fast-paced environment?
Are you keen to work in an AfPP accredited theatres team and develop your career in a modern and supportive theatre environment?
If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you.We are looking for a strong and motivated Nurse to join perioperative team as a Theatre Practitioner.You will be a key member of our multi-disciplinary theatres team, working within scrub, anaesthetics, or recovery to ensure the highest standard of clinical care and safety for patients within the theatre unit.This role is for Hours per week, working 07:45 – 17:45 for 4 days between Monday and Saturday.
Saturdays will be on average 1 per month.See more about what our staff have to say about working in theatres at KIMS Hospital.
Main duties of the job Role ResponsibilitiesAs Theatre Practitioner you will: Work primarily as a scrub practitioner, with the occasional need to work as an anaesthetic or recovery practitioner (once full training is given if required).
Assess and implement patient care requirements and evaluate outcomes.
Communicate effectively with other departments Sterile Services, Wards, Imaging Department to ensure effective and smooth-running patient care.
Ensure that patients' comfort, dignity, and privacy are always maintained.
Ensure that your own practice and the practice of others is within an ethical and legal framework.
About us At KIMS Hospital we understand our people are our biggest asset and as such we are focused on ensuring they feel happy and valued both in and out of the workplace.
That's why we have created a benefits package to support your emotional, financial, and physical wellbeing.
KIMS Hospital employees enjoy the following benefits: Competitive Salary 33 Days annual leave plus extra time off for your birthday Free secure staff parking Pension scheme Private health insurance Life assurance Up to 40% off some of KIMS Hospital services Employee Assistance Platform Retail discounts and cashback Discounted gym membership Annual flu vaccination Free eye testAt KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment.
We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer.If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, Diane would be happy to help.
Please give her a call on 01622 237634 or email .
Job description Job responsibilities For more information regarding this role please see the attached job description and personal specification.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Be a qualified and registered Practitioner (RN or ODP).
Experience Essential Be patient orientated with a focus on continuous service improvement.
Have evidence of continuous professional development and its application.
Desirable Have post-registration clinical experience as a Scrub and Anaesthetic or Recovery Practitioner in an acute hospital (NHS or independent).
Experience of planning, co-ordinating and running the daily workload in a theatre suite, including the supervision of staff.