Job summary
We are looking to appoint a Senior Theatre Practitioner for Orthopaedics/Trauma to lead and support RUH elective Orthopaedics/Trauma based at the Royal United Hospital Bath.
This is a great opportunity for an ambitious theatre professional to develop their experience and skills in a Senior role, as the RUH undergoes significant changes to the way our Orthopaedic and Trauma services are delivered.
This post will have the expectation to work closely with other Members of the senior team.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to maintain the highest standards of clinical care and practice. You will work as a skilled member of the Theatre team in leading, providing, and maintaining high standards of perioperative care.
You will have a higher knowledge of team leadership and management of human and financial resources and a personable nature.
You will be innovative within your approach, able to prioritise your own workload and that of others, and have excellent communication skills. You will also demonstrate a flexible working approach and coordinate with other colleagues in multi-disciplinary teams. A broad experience and knowledge of Human Resource processes would be desirable.
Main duties of the job
- Lead by example and display a leadership style that empowers staff and nurtures development at all levels.
- Act independently and use own initiative and inspire others through action and setting a professional and positive example, challenging traditional practices and encourage innovative problem solving amongst staff.
- To carry overall responsibility and accountability for their department or area.
- To promote a patient-focussed approach to care in collaboration with carers and relevant healthcare professionals.
- To be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness. Facilitate staff to fulfil CPD requirements and to maintain a professional profile.
- To work with the Theatre Team, Lead Nurse / Practitioner and Practice Development Team in developing and implementing theatre clinical practice
About us
At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse Part 1 & 2 State registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council or Registered HCPC Operating Department Practitioner
- Demonstrates evidence of ongoing continuous professional development
Desirable
- Post-registration recognised qualification - preferably in specialty area 1 st Degree or working towards
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice, particularly within the recovery environment and the application of this in practice
- Through understanding of equality and diversity and its application to managing self, staff and patients within own area
- Understanding of NMC/HCPC Code of conduct and the requirements of it
- Understanding of the application of effective budgetary management
- Understanding of the theory and application of clinical governance
- Demonstrable experience of coordinating patients at a senior level in a Theatre environment with experience of managing conflicting demands
Desirable
- Thorough understanding of management of COSHH and Health and Safety of Patients, Staff and Visitors in the hospital environment
- Experience of Human Resource management and application
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal United Hospital
Combe Park
Bath
BA1 3NG