Staff Nurses/Operating Department Practitioner

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust; Leigh on Sea; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks Staff Nurses/Operating Department Practitioners for a rotating role in various departments. Ideal candidates will provide high standards of patient care, support their team, and develop organisational skills. Top benefits include competitive salary, generous annual leave, and opportunities for professional development. Candidates should hold RN or ODP qualifications, preferably with experience in an acute setting. This role supports a dynamic and inclusive environment, ensuring the delivery of exceptional care.

Benefits

Competitive salary with shift enhancements

Generous annual leave allowance

Career advancement opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Qualified and experienced RN/ODP preferably within an acute setting, though not essential.
• Registered Operating Department Practitioner (ODP).

Responsibilities

• Provide and maintain high standards of patient care.
• Develop and maintain patient management and organisational skills.
• Support the nurse-in-charge and manage the ward effectively.
• Assess, plan, and implement patient care plans, ensuring documentation is accurate.

Skills

Patient care management

Organisational skills

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Education

Qualified RN/ODP

1st level registration (RN)

Job description

We are currently searching for a Staff Nurses/Operating Department Practitioner to join our experienced team for day and night rotation to ensure that an individual programme of care is planned, implemented and evaluated for each patient within own sphere of responsibility and to work as part of the multi-disciplinary team ensuring the delivery of the highest standard of care to the patients.

The Post Operation Ward spans four geographical areas of the hospital, including Main Recovery, Ophthalmology, Brachytherapy and the Day Stay Unit of which the successful candidate will be required to rotate.

Responsibilities

• Provide and maintain high standards of patient care
• Develop and maintain good patient management and organisational skills
• Provide effective support to your nurse-in-charge and ensuring self‑development in the day‑to‑day management of the ward
• Assess, plan, and implement patient care plans, evaluate care given, and ensure all documentation is completed accurately.

Working for our organisation

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well‑being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Southend Hospital is an extremely rewarding place to work. We offer highly attractive benefits for all employees, such as a very desirable pension scheme and staff discounts. We also have an onsite nursery with discounted prices for staff members and an initial guaranteed annual leave entitlement of 27 days (pro rata) rising to 33 days (pro rata) after 10 years’ service.

Qualifications

• Qualified and experienced RN/ODP preferably within an acute setting although this is not essential.
• 1st level registration (RN) Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)

Desirable Criteria

• Evidence of portfolio development.
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Previous experience of working within specialty area.

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital provider in the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS). The selection processes are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right skills and values. Please note that the use of AI in applications is monitored.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with additional enhancements for shift work and overtime.
• Generous annual leave allowance and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement and continuous professional development.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and celebrates individual contributions.