Description
We are looking for a Band 6 nurse who is enthusiastic, flexible, and motivated in delivering excellent patient care. The successful candidate must have strong interpersonal, organisational, and clinical skills and be able to work in different scrub specialties and collaborate within the multidisciplinary team. You will be required to deputise in the absence of the team leader and demonstrate effective leadership and teamwork skills.
The post holder is responsible for assessing care needs for all patients, ensuring appropriately planned care is implemented and evaluated. You will provide specialist advice without direct supervision and lead the multi-disciplinary team in the absence of the Team Leader. You will also assist in the leadership and development of an identified group of practitioners within the Department.
The post holder will comply with the NMC or HCPC Code of Professional Conduct and demonstrate knowledge and application of Departmental and Trust policies and procedures. You will be responsible for the storage of tissue/organs in the department under the Human Tissue Act 2004, reporting incidents, and participating in the on-call rota as required.
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust offers a range of benefits, including flexible hours, generous benefits, and next-level training.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assess care needs for all patients and plan care accordingly
- Provide specialist advice without direct supervision
- Lead the multi-disciplinary team in the absence of the Team Leader
- Assist in the leadership and development of an identified group of practitioners
- Comply with the NMC or HCPC Code of Professional Conduct
- Participate in the on-call rota as required
Requirements:
- Registered Nurse/ODP
- Recognised Post Graduate Theatre Course ENB176 / EBP course
- Practice Assessor / Supervisor Course (e.g. Mentorship)
- Significant experience in scrub and circulating practice (at Band 5 or above)
- Good written, numeracy & verbal communications skills
- Awareness of clinical issues within the theatre department