Anaesthetic Nurse / ODP | Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Kingston Hospital Foundation Trust; Kingston upon Thames; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Kingston upon Thames is seeking an Anaesthetic Nurse / Operating Department Practitioner. In this dynamically evolving role, you'll provide critical patient care across various specialties including urology and bariatrics. The position offers career development from Band 5 to Band 7, flexible shifts, and a collaborative work environment, while being part of an award-winning team. Engage in innovative procedures and contribute to quality patient outcomes. Additional benefits include a generous holiday allowance and health support.

Benefits

27 – 33 days holiday

Discounts through Blue Light Card

Automatic NHS pension enrollment

Health and well-being support

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) with the HCPC.
• Previous applicants need not apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care under supervision.
• Communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.
• Utilize resources effectively and delegate tasks.
• Maintain high standards of clinical care and identify risks.
• Participate in training and adhere to safety policies.

Skills

High-quality patient care

Effective communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Risk identification

Education

Registered ODP with HCPC

Recognised anaesthetic qualification

Job description

Overview

Ready to embark on a new adventure? Dive into cutting‑edge procedures like Holep surgery for urology and bariatric surgery, and become part of a team that’s leading the way in patient care.

Join us as an Anaesthetic Nurse / Operating Department Practitioner in our dynamic Main Theatres and Day Surgery department, where you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering cutting‑edge care. You’ll have the opportunity to work across a diverse range of specialties, including urology, general surgery, upper GI, breast, gynaecology, paediatrics, ENT, oral, plastic, ophthalmology, trauma & orthopaedics, CEPOD, and bariatric surgery.

Theatre Facilities

• 12 Theatres: 8 in the main theatre, 4 in Day Surgery Unit (DSU), plus support for 2 maternity theatres and IVF.
• Diverse Specialties: Experience a wide range of procedures including Urology, General Surgery, Upper GI, Breast, Gynaecology, Paediatrics, ENT, Oral, Plastic, Ophthalmology, Trauma & Orthopaedics, CEPOD, Robotics and Bariatric surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Care: Provide high‑quality patient care under supervision, including implementing basic and complex healthcare practices, ensuring safe techniques in patient and equipment handling, documenting care accurately, and participating in multi‑disciplinary decision‑making.
• Communication & Teamwork: Effectively communicate with patients, relatives, and colleagues, report incidents, contribute to team discussions, provide clear explanations of nursing interventions and respond sensitively to others’ needs.
• Management & Leadership: Utilise resources effectively, delegate tasks to junior staff, support peers through preceptorship, participate in policy development and quality audits, engage in reflective practice and promote evidence‑based practices.
• Governance: Maintain high standards of clinical care, keep patients informed, identify risks, and update clinical skills for ongoing professional development.
• Education & Training: Identify personal development needs, participate in training, and adhere to health and safety policies.

Please note – there will be a drug calculation test for all external candidates who have been shortlisted and only those who pass the test will proceed to interview.

Qualifications

To apply: You will need to be a Registered ODP (operating Department practitioner) with the HCPC or RN holding a recognised ANAESTHETIC qualification. Previous applicants need not apply.

Key Selling Points

• Award‑Winning Team: Our team was celebrated with the “Living the Value” Inspiring Award in March 2023 and the “Leading By Example” Award in 2022.
• Expert Collaboration: Work alongside leading specialists.
• Innovative Technology & Procedures: Be involved in groundbreaking surgeries such as Holep for urology and bariatric surgery.
• Career Development: We offer clear career progression from Band 5 to Band 7, with opportunities for dual training to expand your expertise.
• Flexible Shifts: We offer a variety of shift patterns, including long days, nights for CEPOD, and weekends, to fit your lifestyle.

Staff Benefits

• 27 – 33 days holiday (dependent on years of service) + 8 bank holidays
• Over 4000 discounts at high streets retailers, restaurants + more with the Blue Light Card
• Automatic enrollment into the NHS pension – an employer contribution of approx. 20%
• Health and Well‑being Support, for example discounted gym memberships
• And more!

This advert closes on Thursday 1 Jan 2026.