Job summary We are seeking to recruit a Band 5 1st Level Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner with current NMC registration/HCPC registration to the post in Anaesthetic Care Unit at Scarborough Hospital.We would love to tell you about our team and our culture.
Our area is committed to providing a high standard of patient care over two sites (Scarborough and Bridlington) covering a variety of specialities.Our surgical specialties include: Maxillofacial, ENT, Gynaecology, Urology,Upper GI, Orthopaedics as well as Acutes and Trauma.We welcome applicantsfrom both experienced and new qualified ODP's /Nurses/ anaesthetic nurses.
You do not need any additional qualifications to be eligible for this post, but hold passion, enthusiasm and commitment to provide patient centred care.
A positive attitude to the continual improvement of patient care through research evidence.A willingness to supervise and teach junior staff and colleagues and share learning through clinical supervision.The ability to work as an integral member of the team.
Main duties of the job Maintain a high standard of patient focused care in accordance with York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust policies and proceduresMaintain a safe and clean working environmentProvide assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for patients, ensuring accurate written records are kept.Communicate with patients and carers to ensure they have access to appropriate information.Promote and maintain positive relationships between all staff involved in the care of the patientAct in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code of ConductUndertake duties on different wards/departments as and when required by service demandsDemonstrate personal responsibility for compliance with infection control policies and proceduresEducation and Training About us Our benefits We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including: Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully.
If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.
A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme An extensive range of learning and development opportunities Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages Job description Job responsibilities A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early.
You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities.
We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds.
If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: .
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment.
It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can.
We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers.
This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Level 1) or qualified Operating Department Practitioner with HCPC registration or Anaesthetic Nurse (ENB 182/183 or equivalent) Desirable Teaching qualification NVQ assessor Willingness to train as a mentor Experience Desirable Previous theatre experience at Band 5 Special Knowledge Essential Demonstrate awareness of current issues in health care Demonstrate awareness of NHS standards of Professional Practice Desirable Demonstrate awareness of theatre specialty, and/or specific needs of patients undergoing surgical procedures.
Demonstrates awareness of evidence based practice within a Theatre environment Demonstrates understanding of Health and Safety / COSHH