Theatre Staff (Flexible Hrs)

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking dedicated Bank Nurses for various roles, including Recovery Nurse, Theatre Nurse, and Endoscopy Nurse. This dynamic opportunity allows for flexible hours and the chance to work across multiple specialties in a supportive environment. You'll be part of a team committed to delivering high-quality patient care, ensuring safety and comfort throughout the surgical process. If you're passionate about healthcare and looking for a role that fits your lifestyle, this is the perfect opportunity to make a difference in patients' lives.

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Competitive Rates

Training Programs

Qualifications

• Active NMC registration required for all roles.
• Experience in theatre and recovery care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs and manage post-surgical complications.
• Assist in patient preparation and maintain sterile environment.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Anaesthesia Recovery

Sterile Techniques

Education

Registered Nurse

ODP

Job description

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Job Title:

Bank Recovery Nurse, Anaesthetic Nurse/ODP, Scrub Nurse, Hca, Theatre porters and Endoscopy Nurse

Location:

Chase Lodge Hospital

Department:

Theatre

Contract Type:

Bank (Flexible Hours)

About Us:

Chase Lodge Hospital is a renowned healthcare provider committed to offering the highest quality of care to patients across various medical disciplines. We are seeking experienced healthcare professionals for several Bank roles.

• Bank Recovery Nurse
• Bank Theatre Porter
• Bank HCA Theatre / Day Surgery

Key Responsibilities for Each Role:

1. Bank Recovery Nurse for Day Surgery unit:

• Patient Admission: Review pre-operative records, assess patients upon arrival, and complete documentation.
• Recovery: Monitor vital signs, administer pain relief, manage post-surgical complications, and ensure full recovery from anaesthesia before discharge.
• Discharge Planning: Provide post-operative instructions and guidance for home care, ensuring accurate completion of discharge documentation.
• Collaboration: Work closely with anaesthetists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals.

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse with active NMC registration.
• Experience in recovery care, HDU, and ITU.
• Experience in Day Surgery, including patient admission, discharge, anaesthesia recovery, and post-surgical monitoring of adults and paediatrics.
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills.

2. Theatre Anaesthetic Nurse/ODP:

• Pre-operative Assessment: Assist in patient preparation and pre-operative checks.
• Anaesthesia Assistance: Prepare equipment and drugs, assist during induction and maintenance.
• Monitoring: Monitor vital signs during surgery.
• Post-anaesthesia Care: Assist in recovery, ensuring safe transition from anaesthesia.
• Patient Safety: Maintain sterile environment and infection control.
• Equipment Management: Ensure proper maintenance and availability of anaesthetic equipment.

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse or ODP with relevant qualifications and active registration.
• Experience in anaesthesia and theatre settings.
• Excellent communication, attention to detail, and ability to remain calm under pressure.

3. Scrub Nurse (Theatre):

• Sterile Technique: Maintain sterile environment and prepare instruments.
• Speciality Assistance: Support surgeries such as Plastic Surgery, Dermatology, ENT, Gynaecology, General Surgery, Laparoscopy, and Minor Orthopaedics.
• Post-operative Care: Dispose of instruments and assist in theatre sterilization.
• Collaboration: Work with surgical team to ensure high standards of care.
• Patient Monitoring: Assist in patient positioning and comfort.

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse or ODP with active registration (NMC or HCPC).
• Experience in theatre and sterile techniques.
• Willingness to learn new procedures and work across multiple specialties.

4. Endoscopy Nurse:

• Patient Preparation: Prepare patients and conduct pre-assessments.
• Procedure Assistance: Support endoscopists, monitor vital signs, and ensure patient comfort.
• Post-procedure: Monitor recovery, provide care instructions, and ensure stability before discharge.
• Infection Control: Maintain strict hygiene and cleaning protocols.

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse with active NMC registration.
• Ability to work under pressure with excellent patient care skills.

Additional Roles:

5. Bank Theatre Porter:

• Patient transportation, theatre setup, equipment management, cleanliness, assisting staff, stock control, safety compliance, and ad-hoc tasks.

Requirements:

• Experience in hospital or theatre settings.
• Knowledge of procedures and infection control.
• Good communication, teamwork, and ability to handle pressure.

6. Bank HCA Theatre/Day Surgery:

• Assist with patient prep, vital signs, support during surgery, post-surgery care, and maintaining sterile environment.

Requirements:

• Experience as Healthcare Assistant, BLS certification, knowledge of surgical procedures, and good communication skills.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible hours, competitive rates, training programs.

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced healthcare professional seeking flexible bank work, please send your CV and cover letter to [emailprotected] or apply via our website.