Theatre Practitioner

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Theatre Practitioner

Band 5

Job overview

We are pleased to invite candidates to apply for this Band 5 Theatre Practitioner (RGN / RODP) role working in the Surgical Unit at Lymington Hospital (UHS NHS) Trust.

Based within Lymington New Forest Hospital, a community hospital which opened in 2007, the Surgical Theatres and Day Ward are modern and welcoming for patients and staff alike. There is also green space around the hospital grounds that staff can use during breaks.

Being part of a small team, staff work closely together, helping and supporting each other.

We are located within the New Forest National Park, an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. The majestic surroundings make the New Forest ideal for walking, running and cycling etc with hundreds of miles of trails and tracks to follow. It is close to Lymington River, Harbour and the Solent which makes it a perfect location for watersports. Bournemouth is just a short drive away where you will also find hill walks, clifftop views and sandy beaches.

Main duties of the job

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. 

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached. 

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. 

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are seeking a highly motivated, professional and caring Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner to join our Theatre team.

Lymington Surgical Unit comprises of the Surgical Outpatients Department with minor procedure treatment facilities, Pre-Assessment, Day Surgical Ward and Theatre Suite.

We cover a range of surgical specialities for day surgical patients including General Surgery, Urology, Gynae, Colorectal, Orthopaedics and Ophthalmology. As well as minor procedures in MaxFax, Dermatology and Orthopaedics. Experience in any of these areas is desirable but training will be provided.

Experience in the theatre environment in Anaesthetics, Scrub and/or Recovery would be an advantage however relevant training will be provided in the unit. 

Lymington Surgical Unit is currently a Monday to Friday Service, shifts usually run over 4 days Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm. There is the potential of development in the future to weekend clinical activity.

You should have excellent communication skills (written and verbal), a flexible approach and the ability to work on your own initiative.

Attention to detail and good communication are also essential as you will be dealing with patients, relatives and staff from across the Trust within a number of disciplines.

Please find the full job description and person specification attached for further details on this role.

A full time post is 37.5 hours per week, part time hours can be discussed at interview. The full range of shifts can be discussed during an informal visit or during interview.

We welcome candidates to attend an informal visit if desired, please call Jackie or Kathy on 01590663320 to arrange.

Person specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential criteria
  • Registered nurse or ODP on relevant part of the register
  • Degree or equivalent experience
  • Has the ability to assist in carrying out the transfer of a patient through the intraoperative phase of perioperative care, giving concise accurate handover
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the skills required to support learners in practice and to create a positive learning environment.
  • Practices and promotes the use of evidence-based practice
  • Knowledge of current issues within acute health service.
  • Understanding of personal accountability.
  • Aptitude for caring for the anaesthetised and/or acutely unwell patient.
Desirable criteria
  • Experience of teaching and supporting learners in practice.
  • Relevant resus qualification, ie Immediate Life Support
  • Experience of working within relevant care setting
  • Specialist theatre work-based learning course, or mentorship course, post-qualification.
  • Interest in research to promote good practice

Trust Values

Essential criteria
  • Patients First
  • Always Improving
  • Working Together

 

Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if large numbers of applications are received.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to acknowledge receipt of your application. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date of this post, please presume that you have not been selected for interview.

Applicants from University Hospitals Southampton NHS Foundation Trust whose posts are considered to be ‘At Risk’ will be given prior consideration for this post

Our Trust runs the return to practice course each year for nurses who have been out of the profession and wish to return. To find out more please visit our website:

http://www.uhs.nhs.uk/WorkingHere/Typesofjob/Nurses/Returntonursing.aspx

http://www.discoversouthampton.co.uk/   Information on Southampton as a place to live and enjoy

https://www.uhs-vle.co.uk/   See what fantastic training and development we have on offer at UHS

http://www.youtube.com/user/SouthamptonHospitals learn about the Trust through visiting our YouTube channel 

Getting to Work

Application can be made for parking on site at UHS or through one of the park and ride schemes. This will be based on specific criteria to determine eligibility for site parking as this can be very limited.  UHS encourages staff to utilise other green methods of getting to work such as cycling or walking where possible. UHS is well connected through bus services to the city centre and other areas.

Please note that we will not accept any applications or queries via agencies, under any circumstances.

Our staff are positive about working at UHS and rate us above average compared to other NHS Trusts in the Staff Attitude Survey. We are rated strongly on a number of areas including teamwork, communication and engagement.

Equality remains at the centre of all Trust policy making, service delivery and employment practice with all employees being given equality of opportunity to develop, apply for promotion and have working arrangements that enable them to achieve a manageable work-life balance.

The Trust actively promotes a work environment free from harassment and discrimination and provides training for managers and staff to ensure this happens. The Trust also closely monitors recruitment activity, training and development and employment practices to ensure equality of practice with regard to race, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status and age.

As a service provider the Trust ensures equality of access and delivery of our services through the provision of interpreter services, facilities for the disabled and sensitivity for patients ethnic and religious differences and needs.

Relocating to Southampton

If you are thinking of moving to the Hampshire area, please find below a link to our website which offers guidance on finding accommodation:

http://www.uhs.nhs.uk/relocating-to-southampton

The Trust is under a duty to protect the public funds it administers, and to this end may use the information you have provided on this form for the prevention and detection of fraud. It may also share this information with other bodies responsible for auditing or administering public funds for these purposes.



University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust


Southampton, Hampshire (United Kingdom)

Company Profile

13 May 2024
Location: United Kingdom Hampshire Lymington
Salary: £28,407 - £34,581 per annum GBP per year
Work type:
Full time
PLEASE! No enquiries from Recruitment Agencies or Headhunters.

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