Operating Department Practitioner / Anaesthetic Nurse | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Southend-on-Sea seeks experienced Theatre Practitioners or Anaesthetic Nurses. The role involves providing high-quality patient care and participating in various in-house learning opportunities. Candidates with clinical knowledge and anaesthetic skills are encouraged to apply for career development support in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Career development support

Flexible working opportunities

In-house training programs

Qualifications

• Experience in operating theaters or as an Anaesthetic Nurse.
• Sound clinical knowledge and commitment to patient care.
• Ability to work effectively in teams.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care.
• Act as a practice supervisor or assessor to students.
• Participate in rotations across departments to meet service needs.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Anaesthetic skills

Teamwork

Compassion

Job description

Are you an experienced Operating Department Practitioner or an Anaesthetic Nurse looking to discover new opportunities?

No! Perhaps you are an experienced practitioner or Anaesthetic Nurse seeking to explore theatres. If this is you, we want to hear from you!

Mid and South Essex Trust are recruiting Theatre Practitioners across all hospital sites and specialties.

We are seeking enthusiastic Registered Nurses/ODPs with sound clinical knowledge and Anaesthetic Skills to develop in your role.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and advance your career in a supportive learning environment.

Our Theatre Practitioners provide high-quality patient care within the perioperative setting. We welcome both experienced and non-experienced staff to join our supportive team. Training is available for newly registered operating department practitioners seeking a new career direction.

We value teamwork, compassion, and respect. Experience in team working, team values, and safe patient care is essential.

We offer career development support through a dedicated Practice Development Team and various in-house learning opportunities.

Your role includes assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating holistic, individualized care that respects patient dignity and beliefs, ensuring high standards of care and a safe environment for all.

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest in the country, with approximately 15,000 staff serving 1.2 million people.

We aim for excellence by recruiting talented individuals with the potential to grow, valuing outlook and enthusiasm alongside experience.

We offer a good working environment with flexible opportunities and support your career development through training and progression opportunities.

For more details, see the attached JD. Successful candidates will:

• Act as practice supervisor or assessor to students, including teaching and assessing within their competence
• Uphold the philosophy of evidence-based practice
• Participate in rotations across departments to meet service needs

We look forward to receiving your application.

This advert closes on Monday 4 Aug 2025.