Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, motivated Band 5 nurse or operating department practitioner to join the Operating Department at University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street. The hospital is located in one of the most attractive areas of the West End, close to Oxford Street and the popular area of Marylebone.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting role, which will provide experience and skills development in anaesthetic practice in Urology, Thoracics and Robotic surgery, with the support of a dedicated Senior Clinical Practice Facilitator. UCLH is committed to ongoing professional development; staff can undertake further professional development via a wide range of in-house and university-based training programmes.
The successful candidate will hold the appropriate qualifications to be a current registered practitioner: either as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) with Anaesthetic Qualification, or as an ODP. They will also demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development. Applications are welcomed from newly qualified practitioners.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a desire to work as part of a team, and to develop skills in new and innovative procedures. They will be competent in basic IT applications.
About us
UCLH is a major teaching hospital and research centre, with state-of-the-art facilities across our sites. In a recent survey of UCLH staff, 74% of respondents said they would recommend ULCH as a place to work, the top score among acute trusts in London. 86% of staff said they would be happy for a friend or relative to be treated here.
Our busy and dynamic operating theatres set the benchmark for clinical excellence. We have a total of 34 operating rooms across our sites. We also provide anaesthesia support in areas such as endoscopy, radiotherapy, nuclear medicine, brachytherapy and interventional radiology.
Staff benefits include: an interest-free travel season ticket loan; subsidised social club; gym discounts; free staff library; retail discounts; car leasing scheme and on-site accommodation. Our Be Well programme includes a range of wellbeing initiatives to support staff. As a sustainable employer, UCLH is aiming to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2031. We recognise, reward and thank colleagues by nominating them for our annual Celebrating Excellence Awards, funded by UCLH Charity.
To find out more visit www.uclh.nhs.uk/why-choose-uclh
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a detailed job description and main responsibilities please refer to the Candidate Pack.
Watch this video to find out more about working in our theatres:
https://youtu.be/sMjfPaezBt0
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a detailed job description and main responsibilities please refer to the Candidate Pack.
Watch this video to find out more about working in our theatres:
https://youtu.be/sMjfPaezBt0
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Registered Nurse Part 1, 2 or relevant section of the register with relevant Anaesthetic Qualification/Course
- Registered ODP with Dip HE, NVQ3, or C&G 752
Desirable
- Relevant Teaching course (FO)**
Skills
Essential
- Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development in line with KSF, maintains updated Portfolio
- Demonstrates an awareness of the role of facilitator
- Demonstrates evidence of ability to educate others
- Reflective in Practice
- Demonstrates understanding of principles of Clinical Governance, e.g. Risk Management, audit & quality
- Articulates reasons for desire to work in this clinical areas
- Takes charge of ward in absence of senior staff
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Registered Nurse Part 1, 2 or relevant section of the register with relevant Anaesthetic Qualification/Course
- Registered ODP with Dip HE, NVQ3, or C&G 752
Desirable
- Relevant Teaching course (FO)**
Skills
Essential
- Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development in line with KSF, maintains updated Portfolio
- Demonstrates an awareness of the role of facilitator
- Demonstrates evidence of ability to educate others
- Reflective in Practice
- Demonstrates understanding of principles of Clinical Governance, e.g. Risk Management, audit & quality
- Articulates reasons for desire to work in this clinical areas
- Takes charge of ward in absence of senior staff
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
