Anaesthetics/Recovery Nurse/ODP

North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking an Anaesthetic and Recovery Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) for full-time or part-time positions at the University Hospital of Hartlepool. The role involves working within the peri-operative care team to provide high-quality nursing care. Ideal candidates should hold relevant qualifications and have experience in patient care, with opportunities for mentoring junior staff and leading in the absence of senior personnel.

Qualifications

• Completion of competency package.
• Minimum 18 months experience in a relevant specialist area.
• Diploma in Nursing or Operating Department Practice is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Apply specialist knowledge and theory to practice across peri‑operative procedures.
• Maintain a psychological supportive environment for patients.
• Provide clinical care to a defined caseload of patients.
• Support the development of junior staff.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders.

Skills

Anaesthetic and Recovery Nursing

Patient Care

Communication

Team Leadership

Mentoring

Education

First-level registration OR minimum NVQ Level 3 in Operating Department Practice

Relevant teaching certificate

Job description

Job Summary

Anaesthetic and Recovery Nurse / Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) – Band 5, Agenda for Change. Full-time/part-time positions available at University Hospital of Hartlepool.

Role Overview

As an Anaesthetic and Recovery Nurse/ODP you will work within the peri‑operative care team, providing high quality nursing care in the theatre and recovery areas of a busy NHS Trust.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply specialist knowledge and theory to practice across a range of peri‑operative procedures.
• Maintain a safe and psychologically supportive environment for patients, relatives and staff.
• Provide clinical care to a defined caseload of patients within the acute critical area, analysing, assessing and making clinical judgements as required.
• Support junior staff and promote their development within the team.
• Communicate effectively, demonstrating empathy and reassurance when dealing with patients, relatives, carers, colleagues and external agencies.
• Adhere to policies, procedures and clinical guidelines, proposing improvements when appropriate.
• Take charge of designated areas in theatre and, where required, lead the operating department in the absence of the Theatre Sister.
• Safely use and manage complex equipment and pharmaceutical products.
• Ensure accurate, confidential peri‑operative care documentation.
• Participate in research, audit and the application of evidence‑based practice; support the implementation of new ideas.
• Mentor and facilitate the education of staff nurses, ODPs, student nurses, trainee ODPs and theatre support workers.
• Promote equality, diversity and tackle discrimination and harassment in the workplace.
• Uphold welfare and safety standards, reducing sickness, accidents and violence against staff.
• Take responsibility for personal development and maintain a Personal Development Plan.
• Comply with Trust infection prevention and control policies, including hand hygiene and environmental hygiene.
• Maintain communication and working relationships across the multidisciplinary team.

Person Specification

• Essential qualifications
  • First‑level registration OR minimum NVQ Level 3 in Operating Department Practice.
  • Relevant teaching certificate.
• Desirable qualifications
  • Diploma in Nursing or Operating Department Practice.
• Experience
  • Completion of competency package.
  • Minimum 18 months experience in a relevant specialist area.

Additional Information

• Simultaneous Disclosure and Barring Service (DIS) check required (Enhanced Level). The role has access to children or vulnerable adults.
• Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
• Employer is able to offer sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.
• All nurses and ODPs are subject to the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) or Association of Operating Department Practitioners guidelines.

Employer Details

North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospital of Hartlepool
Holdforth Road, Hartlepool, TS24 9AH
Website: https://www.nth.nhs.uk/