Job summary
We are looking for newly qualified or experienced Nurses and ODPs to join our PACU team.
An opportunity for nurses and ODPs who are committed to excellence, enjoys working together within the team and positively driven to face the future in the NHS.
We are an elective hub which provides care to different specialities such as Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, General Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Urology and etc.
The post holder will be part of the multi-disciplinary team in delivering post-surgery/procedure and post anaesthesia care to patients being cared for in the Recovery area.
The Recovery Practitioner will be practicing a high standard of care, participating in all activities in the department and work flexibly alongside the team members to meet and deliver service needs of the unit.
To practice according to NMC Code of Professional Conduct (2018) taking the responsibility of providing a high standard and holistic individualised care to each patient or a defined group of patients.
To work and practice within professional limitations and boundaries and escalating issues or difficulties to nurse in charge and/or Recovery Lead Practitioner if unable to resolve within own capability/capacity.
Main duties of the job
Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of post-operative and post anaesthesia care needs of patients after surgery.
Work collaboratively and as part of the team to deliver and meet the care needs of patients coming through the Recovery area.
To participate in nursing care activities of the team within the area of work responsibility.
To assist in the organisation and work planning of the PACU Senior Sister/Team Leader as required.
To maintain and contribute to high quality standard of care delivery and ensuring professional practice is evidence-based.
To support the integration and implementation of clinical governance in all aspects of patient care and service delivery.
To contribute to the continuing professional development of students/learners, junior members of staff and colleagues.
About us
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust provides NHS hospital services for around 900,000 people across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and south Buckinghamshire. Our aim is simple. We want to provide the highest quality healthcare possible to you. As well as delivering excellent general hospitalservicesto local people, we provide specialist heart attack, vascular, stroke, spinal, cystic fibrosis and plastic surgery services across a much wider area.
We have three main hospitals -Frimley Parkin Frimley near Camberley,Heatherwoodin Ascot andWexham Parknear Slough. Sometimes it's easier for you if we come closer to home so we run outpatient clinics and diagnostic services fromAldershot,Farnham,Fleet,Windsor,Maidenhead,BracknellandChalfont St Peter.
Our threecore values, and the behaviours that support them, guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients, visitors, service users and each other. So whether you use our services or are just visiting you can expect us to beCommitted to Excellence, Working Together and Facing the Future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities
To provide individualised, high quality and clinically safe care to post surgery/post anaesthesia patients
Ensures work environment is safe, well-equipped, and compliant with standards for hygiene and cleanliness especially before and after receiving patient into Recovery area.
Provision of individualised care needs in conjunction with the anaesthetic and surgical teams supported and guided by Senior Recovery Practitioner/Recovery Lead Practitioner as necessary.
Accepts responsibility with awareness of own professional competence and limitations and acknowledge own boundaries by asking for assistance as required.
Recognise and appropriately respond to urgent and emergency situations.
To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team demonstrating awareness of role and responsibilities.
To update the patient care records ensuring own responsibility and accountability in maintaining accurate nursing documentation using Electronic Patient Record (EPR) system and in any other form.
Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary clinical practice, explore new ideas and introduce positive evidence-based change in line with the local and national guidelines such as Association of Perioperative Practice (AfPP), Royal College of Nursing (RCN), Association of Anaesthetists of Great Britain and Ireland (AAGBI), National Institute of Care Essence (NICE), British Association of Recovery Nurses Association (BARNA) etc.
Demonstrate a commitment to evidence-based practice and clinical excellence and play an active role in the introduction of this evidence to improve patient centred care, clinical practice, and service delivery.
Identify, discuss, and report any relevant nursing/patient care needs with the team and to inform and involve patient with their care plans.
To carry out all relevant nursing procedures and practices in line with the Trusts guidelines and policies including adherence to local guidelines, policies, and protocols.
Personal and Professional Responsibilities
Maintain an up-to-date Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) registration. Ensure they meet the requirements for revalidation and/or keep professional portfolio updated.
Practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct (2018) and other appropriate NMC guidelines.
To act in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct (2018) with reference to limitations of competence and conduct.
Is wholly responsible and accountable for own nursing practice and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge, clinical skills, and professional competence.
Ensure own Mandatory and Statutory Training (MaST) compliance and compliance of others to include relevant professional development training requirements.
To actively participate in Trusts yearly appraisal/ performance development review process as laid out by the Trusts Appraisal and Personal Development Plan Policy.
Adhere to the Trusts Drug Administration Policy, ensuring correct recording, dispensing, and safe administration of drugs are always observed. Immediately report any discrepancies as they are discovered.
To complete necessary training for the scope of professional practice including administration of intravenous drugs and competently assessed in advance practice of intravenous opioid administration in Recovery.
Responsible for ensuring awareness of current nursing developments in National Health Services (NHS) and relevant specialist clinical practices.
Promotion of continuous quality improvements by participating in perioperative projects/activities enhancing the standards of care.
Adhere to the Trusts Uniform and Dress Code Policy.
Adherence to Trusts guidelines and policies relating to good working practice within the clinical area.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC / HCPC registration
- Diploma (HE) Operating Department Practice (or NVQ equivalent)
Desirable
- Formal mentorship / assessment qualification e.g. completion of the Trust associate mentorship programme
Skills / Abilities
Essential
- Effective communication skills (verbal & written)
- Ability to adapt to change within working situations
Desirable
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Awareness of current professional peri-operative practice issues
- Own continuing professional development
Desirable
- Ability to practice within more than one role of peri-operative practice
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
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Heatherwood Hospital
Brook Avenue
Ascot
SL5 7GB