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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.