Job summary
We are looking for motivated registered nurses and ODPs to join our small friendly team on the Day Surgery Unit at Melton Mowbray Hospital.
Our current surgical specialties include General Surgery, Plastics, Podiatric Surgery and Vascular.
We are passionate about delivering high quality patient care and you will be involved in all aspects of the patients journey from Pre assessment, ward admission, theatre, recovery and discharge. You will have the opportunity to consolidate existing skills and develop new skills as we work towards achieving a multi skilled team in a friendly and supportive environment.
We are part of UHL in the Community and your base hospital will be Melton Mowbray Hospital although you may be required to cover at another of our hospitals and therefore being a car driver is essential. All of the community hospitals have on site free parking.
Main duties of the job
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To co-ordinate and provide skilled clinical practise (without direct supervision) to patients, in accordance with responsibilities under NMC/HCPC Code of Conduct.
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To contribute to the continued development of Nurses/Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs), including the supervision of junior nurses/ODPs and support staff.
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Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of evidenced-based clinical care to a group of patients.
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Assist and contribute to the management and organisation of a theatre or unit
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Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing/ODP care.
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Actively participate in the education, development and supervision of other staff members.
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Act as a clinical and professional role model, mentoring, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement within the clinical area.
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Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Make a referral to another practitioner when it is in the best interests of somebody in your care.
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Act without delay if you believe those in your care, you, a colleague or anybody else may be at risk.
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Confirm that the outcome of any delegated task meets required standards.
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Make sure that everybody for whom you are responsible is supervised and supported.
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Deal with problems and complaints constructively and not allow a complaint to prejudice the care you provide to somebody.
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Deliver care based on the best available evidence or best practice.
Please refer to the Job description/person specification for full details on the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Make a referral to another practitioner when it is in the best interests of somebody in your care.
-
Act without delay if you believe those in your care, you, a colleague or anybody else may be at risk.
-
Confirm that the outcome of any delegated task meets required standards.
-
Make sure that everybody for whom you are responsible is supervised and supported.
-
Deal with problems and complaints constructively and not allow a complaint to prejudice the care you provide to somebody.
-
Deliver care based on the best available evidence or best practice.
Please refer to the Job description/person specification for full details on the role.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse, qualified ODP or student ODP
- Satisfactory attendance records in previous post or throughout training period
- Willingness to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Degree in nursing or health related subject
- In possession of or willingness to work towards a recognised NMC/HCPC teaching and assessing qualification
- Evidence of Post registration Educational Continuing development or reflective portfolio
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates satisfactory clinical expertise for the grade applied for.
Desirable
- Experience in the speciality applied for.
- Audit experience / research skills
- Demonstrates knowledge of clinical risk management and clinical governance in the NHS
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Good basic understanding of the importance of delivering high quality clinical care
- Demonstrates understanding of quality and change and the importance of new ways of working
- Passed by occupational health as fit to undertake role
- Has the physical ability to perform the full range of duties in the role
- Recognises own level of competence and limitations
- Ability to identify learning needs
Desirable
- Displays motivation and ideas of future career pathway and personal development planning.
- Maintains sickness levels within Trust target.
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Understands the importance of team working
- Able to develop and maintain effective interpersonal skills and relationships with colleagues across the healthcare setting
- Good verbal and written skills
- Able to maintain accurate patient records
- Demonstrates the ability to communicate well in a variety of settings with patients of all cultures and with differing levels of understanding
- Able to present factual written and verbal information and deal with questions basic knowledge of IT
Desirable
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of treating individuals with dignity and respect
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to decision make and prioritise clinical workload
- Demonstrates understanding of their own role and responsibility in managing efficient and effective use of resources
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse, qualified ODP or student ODP
- Satisfactory attendance records in previous post or throughout training period
- Willingness to undertake new clinical practices, education and training that will enhance service delivery
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Degree in nursing or health related subject
- In possession of or willingness to work towards a recognised NMC/HCPC teaching and assessing qualification
- Evidence of Post registration Educational Continuing development or reflective portfolio
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates satisfactory clinical expertise for the grade applied for.
Desirable
- Experience in the speciality applied for.
- Audit experience / research skills
- Demonstrates knowledge of clinical risk management and clinical governance in the NHS
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Good basic understanding of the importance of delivering high quality clinical care
- Demonstrates understanding of quality and change and the importance of new ways of working
- Passed by occupational health as fit to undertake role
- Has the physical ability to perform the full range of duties in the role
- Recognises own level of competence and limitations
- Ability to identify learning needs
Desirable
- Displays motivation and ideas of future career pathway and personal development planning.
- Maintains sickness levels within Trust target.
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Understands the importance of team working
- Able to develop and maintain effective interpersonal skills and relationships with colleagues across the healthcare setting
- Good verbal and written skills
- Able to maintain accurate patient records
- Demonstrates the ability to communicate well in a variety of settings with patients of all cultures and with differing levels of understanding
- Able to present factual written and verbal information and deal with questions basic knowledge of IT
Desirable
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of treating individuals with dignity and respect
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to decision make and prioritise clinical workload
- Demonstrates understanding of their own role and responsibility in managing efficient and effective use of resources
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
