Anaesthetic Practitioner

Job overview

We are seeking dedicated and motivated qualified professionals to join us in the Theatre department at the University Hospital Lewisham ( UHL).

The operating theatres at UHL provide elective and emergency services 24/7 in orthopaedics, colorectal, general, gynaecology, urology, ENT, Paediatrics, Bariatrics, Trauma, CEPOD and obstetrics.

Patient safety throughout patient journey in theatre, making sure correct equipment is always available.

Anaesthetic nurse/ODP to provide direct patient care prior and during anaesthesia. Assists the anaesthetists in the provision of anaesthetics. Prepares equipment and monitoring.

As a member of the team, participates in establishing a positive working environment in which patients receive a high standard of care delivery

Utilising the principles of the national framework and local strategy of Clinical Governance and other national initiatives, they will participate in action on improvements in patient care. The post holder will carry out all duties in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery (NMC) Codes of Conduct, Health Care Professional Council (HCPC) and Relevant Trust policies.

Main duties of the job

As a member of the team, participates in establishing a positive working environment in which patients receive a high standard of care delivery Personally deliver a high standard of care to patients and participate in assessing, planning and evaluation of individualised patient care Act as team leader where required and clinical role model at all times. Ensure that all patients are cared for in a safe environment and maintains the safety and well-being of patients, staff and visitors in line with Health and Safety guidelines Personally acts within and ensures adherence to all Trust and Departmental policies and procedures Participates in the care, custody and administration of medicines in accordance with Trust and local policy Assist the Theatre and Recovery Co-ordinator in providing advice, guidance, support and professional leadership for all clinical staff in the theatre department.Assist in developing the department philosophy and framework of care in line with unit/organisational and beliefs/values Ensure the provision of advice, support and health information to patients and their carers in order to promote a health-based service. Ensure workload of colleagues does not jeopardise safe standards of practice and initiate action if necessary. Participate in the daily checking and maintenance of essential equipment Transports/manages people and/or items such as equipment or specimens safely and to time consistent with legislation, policies and procedures.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder will be responsible for providing a high standard of evidence-based care to patients throughout their operative journey in the Lewisham Surgical Centre , within the guidelines of the Trust, the HCPC and the NMC. The post holder will provide leadership, guidance and support to all nursing staff within the clinical area, and will assist with the training and development of junior staff and students. The post holder will take responsibility for the management and co-ordination of the clinical area in conjunction with and in the absence of the Theatre and Recovery Co-ordinator. Maintain accurate and legible records of all clinical and legal documentation to include accident / incident reporting, with regard to HCPC/NMC statutory and Trust polices. Ensures all aspects of clinical care including interventions and investigations are performed, assessed and reported upon in a timely fashion and in a manner consistent with legislation, policy and procedures. Liaise with all members of the multi-professional team to ensure that care is assessed, planned, delivered and evaluated within a multi-professional framework, in the interests of the patient, and that care is communicated to all team members.

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.