Band 5 - Staff Nurse/ODP - Tower, Nuffield and Lambeth Theatres

Job Summary

We are looking for a Band 5 Staff Nurse/ODP to work in Tower, Nuffield and Lambeth theatres, recovery, admissions/ambulatory/discharge lounges. The post holder is responsible for assessment of the perioperative care needs of patients, planning programmes of care, implementation and evaluation without direct supervision.

At times they will have management responsibility for being in-charge of the ward and supervising junior members of staff and students. The post holder will be a key member in relation to the development of practice in theatres.

They will be working independently/autonomously and at times without direct supervision, accountable for their own professional actions. Ensuring the safety and well being of services users, and always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centred care principles.

Main duties of the job

• Admit surgical patients
• Scrub/Circulate in operating theatres
• Recovery post operative patients
• There is an expectation that staff we be part of an internal rotation program to enable multiskilled working.
• Work with multi-disciplinary in ambulatory care post-operative lounge
• Co-ordinate theatre lists and departmental duties
• Support Trust initiatives/Quality Improvement and Audit
• Recognise and avoid situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the individuals.
• Carry out those activities necessary to conduct a comprehensive assessment of a person's nursing requirements.
• Will ensure that all patients will have a discharge plan that is safe and appropriate for their needs.
• Carry out nursing procedures and treatments, checking on and maintaining the highest possible standards.
• Take a clear and concise history from patients by assessing their health and well being and complete documentation ensuring that all entries are accurate and legible and that all information systems are maintained.
• Undertake prescribed physical observations as follows: blood pressure, temperature, respirations, blood sugars, urinalysis, weight and height, and report exceptions appropriately.
• Responsible for the correct administration of prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and blood products.

About Us

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation. We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.

Date posted

07 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£35,964 to £43,780 a year p.a. inclusive of HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

196-NM12745

Job locations

Guy's and St Thomas Hospital

London

SE1 9RT

Job Description

Job responsibilities

• The post holder will work closely with the senior staff and multidisciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining excellent clinical standards of clinical practice and staff development as part of the theatre team.
• As a member of the theatre team perform the tasks of scrub assistant following all checks and procedures as laid down in National/Theatre Policy.
• As a member of the theatre team perform the tasks of scrub and anaesthetic assistant and support other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of all staff by acting as a mentor with the support of their senior colleagues.
• The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant documentation without direct supervision and is required to demonstrate procedures in place to support safe patient care.
• To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover for any area specified as appropriate to knowledge and training.

Person Specification

Education/Qualification Essential

• Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner on the NMC/HCPC register. To hold the appropriate level for the area of speciality.

Desirable

• Teaching & assessing qualification.

Previous Experience Essential

• Experience of working on own and in a team.
• Experience of working in the relevant area.
• Completion of preceptorship.

Desirable

• Previous experience in other nursing fields.
• Supervision of junior staff.

Skills/Knowledge/Ability Essential

• Able to assess, plan, implement & evaluate programmes of care.
• Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues.
• Competent in basic life support.

Desirable

• IT skills. Awareness of the structure and organisation of the NHS.

Additional Requirements Essential

• Able to remain calm under pressure.
• Able to undertake reflective thinking on own practice.
• Good attendance Record.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Guy's and St Thomas Hospital

London

SE1 9RT

Employer's website

https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx