Anaesthetic Nurse/ Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)

NHS Jobs; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Funded mandatory training

Job summary

OHG PLC Elective Surgery Hub in Scunthorpe is seeking experienced Anaesthetic Nurses or ODPs to join our specialist theatre team. You will provide high‑quality anaesthetic support for elective orthopaedic and spinal procedures, working with Consultant Anaesthetists, Surgeons and the wider multidisciplinary team in our modern facility.

You must hold current NMC registration as a Nurse or HCPC registration as an ODP, with experience in anaesthesia and a strong commitment to patient safety and

Qualifications

• Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse.
• HCPC registration as an Operating Department Practitioner.
• Experience in anaesthetic environment.
• Experience supporting elective surgical procedures.
• Knowledge of major orthopaedic and spinal surgery procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled anaesthetic support in the operating theatre.
• Prepare anaesthetic room, equipment, drugs and consumables prior to procedures.
• Support Consultant Anaesthetists during induction, maintenance and emergence from anaesthesia.
• Assist with airway management and emergency situations within competency.
• Monitor and maintain patient safety throughout the anaesthetic phase.
• Support safe patient positioning and transfer with the theatre team.
• Maintain accurate anaesthetic records and relevant peri‑operative documentation.
• Participate in theatre governance, safety checks and quality improvement.

Skills

Anaesthetic practice experience

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Organisation and attention to detail

Patient safety culture

Education

NMC registration as a Registered Nurse

HCPC registration as an ODP

Job description

Anaesthetic Nurse / Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) OHG PLC Elective Surgery Hub Location: OHG PLC Elective Surgery Hub Warren Rd Scunthorpe DN15 6XH Reports to: Clinical Lead Theatre Professional Accountability: OHG Clinical Services Manager Planned Start Date: 01 April 2027

About OHG PLC Elective Surgery Hub

One Health Group was established in Sheffield in 2004 and has steadily and successfully grown to become a significant healthcare provider in the region. Commissioned by the NHS, we provide services for patients referred for Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Spine, Urology and Gynaecology and with clinics located in over 30 locations across Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire and Lincolnshire, we bring healthcare closer to where people live. We are committed to clinical excellence, and our mission is to provide innovative, high quality medical and clinical services for our patients, optimising outcomes so they can quickly continue healthy lives. The One Health Group PLC Elective Surgery Hub is a specialist purpose-built elective surgical facility providing high-quality care for patients undergoing major orthopaedic and spinal procedures.

• One modern operating theatre.
• Three-bay recovery unit.
• Twelve inpatient bedrooms.
• Dedicated pre‑assessment and outpatient facilities.

We specialise in elective surgery including:

• Total hip replacement.
• Total knee replacement.
• Revision arthroplasty where clinically appropriate.

Spinal procedures including:

• Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF).
• Cervical decompression.
• Lumbar decompression.
• Lumbar discectomy.
• Spinal fusion procedures.

Our aim is to provide safe, efficient and compassionate care through a highly skilled multidisciplinary team.

The Role

We are looking for experienced and motivated Anaesthetic Nurses / Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs) to join our specialist theatre team. The successful candidates will provide high‑quality anaesthetic support for patients undergoing elective orthopaedic and spinal procedures. Working alongside Consultant Anaesthetists, Surgeons, Scrub Practitioners, Recovery Practitioners and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will support the safe delivery of anaesthetic care throughout the patient journey. This is an exciting opportunity to join a new specialist elective surgical service and contribute to developing excellent standards of peri‑operative care within a modern purpose‑built environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Anaesthetic Practice
  • Provide skilled anaesthetic support within the operating theatre environment.
  • Prepare the anaesthetic room, equipment, drugs and consumables prior to procedures.
  • Support Consultant Anaesthetists during induction, maintenance and emergence from anaesthesia within the scope of practice.
  • Assist with airway management and emergency situations within competency.
  • Monitor and maintain patient safety throughout the anaesthetic phase.
  • Support safe patient positioning and transfer in collaboration with the wider theatre team.
  • Provide care for patients undergoing major orthopaedic and spinal procedures.
• Anaesthetic Equipment and Safety Checks
  • Complete and document anaesthetic machine and equipment checks before clinical use.
  • Ensure anaesthetic equipment is available, safe, functional and maintained appropriately.
  • Check availability and readiness of airway equipment, monitoring equipment and emergency equipment.
  • Ensure equipment faults or safety concerns are reported promptly through the appropriate processes.
  • Support compliance with medical device safety requirements and OHG policies.
  • Maintain clean, organised and safe anaesthetic areas.
• Medicines and Controlled Drug Responsibilities
  • Support the safe preparation, checking, storage and administration of anaesthetic medicines within professional scope of practice.
  • Participate in controlled drug (CD) checks in accordance with legislation, OHG policies and professional standards.
  • Ensure controlled drug documentation is completed accurately and contemporaneously.
  • Maintain accountability for controlled drug records relevant to the role.
  • Escalate any discrepancies, omissions or concerns immediately.
  • Support safe storage, stock rotation and monitoring of anaesthetic drugs and related consumables.
  • Identify expired or low‑stock items and report these to the appropriate responsible person.
• Documentation and Record Keeping
  • Maintain accurate and timely completion of anaesthetic records.
  • Ensure all relevant documentation provides a clear and accurate record of patient care.
  • Complete equipment checks, controlled drug documentation and relevant peri‑operative records correctly.
  • Support regular review and audit of documentation standards.
  • Identify and escalation any documentation concerns.
• Theatre Governance and Quality Improvement
  • Participate in theatre safety checks, including the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist.
  • Support clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Contribute to maintaining compliance with OHG policies and procedures.
  • Report incidents, near misses and safety concerns appropriately.
  • Support a positive patient safety culture.
  • Participate in mandatory training and competency assessments.

About You

You will be a registered healthcare professional with experience in anaesthetic practice and a commitment to delivering excellent peri‑operative care.

• Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse or HCPC registration as an Operating Department Practitioner.
• Experience working within an anaesthetic environment.
• Experience supporting elective surgical procedures.
• Experience or knowledge of major orthopaedic surgery including:
  • Total hip replacement.
  • Total knee replacement.
  • Revision arthroplasty where clinically appropriate.
• Experience or knowledge of spinal surgery including:
  • Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF).
  • Cervical decompression.
  • Lumbar decompression.
  • Lumbar discectomy.
  • Spinal fusion procedures.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of patient safety and professional practice.

Skills and Knowledge

You will have knowledge and understanding of:

• Anaesthetic practice within an operating theatre environment.
• Preparation and checking of anaesthetic equipment.
• Anaesthetic machine safety checks.
• Airway management principles.
• Emergency airway equipment and emergency response.
• Controlled Drug legislation, checking processes and accountability.
• Accurate anaesthetic record keeping.
• Peri‑operative documentation standards.
• Anaesthetic drug management and stock control.
• Medical device safety.
• Infection prevention and control.
• Surgical safety standards.
• Recognition and escalation of the deteriorating patient.
• Clinical governance and audit processes.

Desirable

• Immediate Life Support (ILS) qualification.
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) qualification.
• Experience within elective orthopaedic and spinal surgery.
• Experience supporting anaesthetic governance audits.Experience with controlled drug management.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Supportive and friendly team.
• Modern purpose‑built elective surgical environment.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Funded mandatory training.
• NMC registration reimbursement (subject to policy).
• Company pension.
• Generous annual leave.
• Free onsite parking.
• Employee wellbeing support.
• Paid 30‑minute break.

For further information or an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact: [e-mail]