Job overview
You will work as an anaesthetic nurse or operating department practitioner, caring for patients throughout their peri-operative journey. The post holder will work closely with the anaesthetic team caring for patients before, during and post anaesthesia.
The post holder will also be able to work with patients both in the scrub area and in the recovery room, and utilise the skills they have in all the areas.
Main duties of the job
Working closely with the multidisciplinary team in theatres, including pre assessment, day surgery and recovery, to ensure patients have a safe journey throughout the perioperative journey.
The role encompasses the entire role of the operating department practitioner, theatre nurse from admission through to discharge.
The post holder will work closely with the anaesthetic team and will be expected to support other areas in the department.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust
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.
Person specification
Others
Essential
- Disclosure & Barring Service check
- Occupational Health Check
- Ability to participate in emergency/unsocial hours cover
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Anaesthetics practice
Skills & aptitudes
Essential
- Good written & verbal communication skills
- Computer skills
- Awareness of clinical issues within the theatre dept.
- Able to work as part of a team within set boundaries
- Able to prioritise workload
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values:
Education & Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse/ODP
- Evidence of continuous professional development
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This advert is for Band 5 Anaesthetic Nurse/ODP with Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust in Main Theatres, level 3, Barnet Hospital. It is listed as a Band 5 Operating department practitioner role. The advertised salary is £36,943 - £44,900 per annum inclusive of HCAS. The contract type is Permanent: 24/7. The application deadline is 26 Aug 2026.
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