Theatre Practitioner Nurse/ODP

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Shoreham-by-Sea is seeking Theatre Practitioners to join their Ophthalmology Department. The role involves providing patient-centered care, assisting in surgeries, and ensuring a supportive environment. Candidates must hold current UK NMC registration. A commitment to ongoing development and teamwork is essential. Competitive benefits and a positive work culture are offered.

Benefits

Access to development courses

Wellbeing Programme for staff

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Current UK NMC registration is required.
• Experience in perioperative practice preferred.
• Commitment to patient safety and emotional support.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and emotional support to all patients.
• Assist anaesthetist/surgeon during surgeries.
• Provide skilled care for post-operative patients in recovery.

Skills

Patient centred care

Supportive teamwork

High level of autonomy

Technical proficiency in theatre equipment

Job description

Overview

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses. We have an exciting opportunity in our DSU Ophthalmology Department and are looking to recruit Theatre Practitioners to join our motivated, diverse and friendly team. You should be patient centred, enthusiastic and highly motivated. We offer a supportive, exciting and challenging work environment with a supernumerary period that can be adapted to the level of previous experience for all, whether newly qualified or practised staff, in all aspects of perioperative practice. We provide access to development courses and opportunities, to enhance leadership and clinical skills and our Practice Development Team are committed to support the development of all staff. We have two ophthalmic theatres and two day case theatres at Southlands hospital. We also have our Main Theatre at Worthing Hospital, which comprises of nine Theatres and a Recovery Unit, where you will also at times, be asked to work. We cover a wide range of surgical specialities. Training rotation to include time at our Worthing hospital site in main theatres.

• Provide care and emotional support to all patients
• Provide assistance to the anaesthetist/surgeon during all stages of anaesthesia/surgery and PACU
• Provide anaesthetic assistance in a variety of situations across the hospital (Anaes practitioner only)
• Maintain knowledge and ability to use all specialist equipment used in theatre and recovery
• Promote safe and effective practice across all areas
• Frequently work at a high level of autonomy particularly in out of hours work
• Support other members of the theatre/PACU team
• Provide skilled care for the post operative patient in the recovery area (PACU)
• Be aware of and comply with policies regarding:
• • Infection Control
  • Health and Safety
  • Safeguarding
  • Confidentiality
  • Information Governance
  • Theatre Specific NatSSips and LocSSip

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.