Theatres Nursing Associate

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

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Job summary

Nursing Associates support the provision of holistic, person-centred care and support for people of all ages, across the lifespan and in a variety of settings. The nursing associate works independently - within the remit of the role - to assess, plan, implement and evaluate; undertaking aspects of care delegated by registered nurses and registered allied health professionals.

A theatre nursing associate will use personal clinical effectiveness and knowledge to contribute to the delivery of high quality, cost effective care under the supervision of the band 5 and 6 theatre scrub nurses. The post holder is responsible for the peri-operative care needs of patients prior to theatre and during theatre will act as a scrub practitioner or circulator. The nursing associate is under the direct management of a Registered Practitioner within Amersham skin cancer service. The post holder will act as a member of the theatre team carrying out all relevant forms of care relating to the peri-operative patients, implementing and providing high standards of individualised care and contribute to the assessment of their care needs. In conjunction with the nurses, ACPs and doctors, the post holder is responsible for maintaining an environment that is conducive to the delivery of a high standard of care.

Main duties of the job

Deliver a high standard of patient care that focuses on the direct needs of the patient ensuring that procedures and treatments are carried out in accordance with Trust Policies and Procedures.
Recognised respect and support the dignity of patients at all times.
Maintain professional record keeping, which is accurate and in line with professional codes, services standards and team specific requirements.
Undertake and escalate NEWS scores on patients whose scores have changed.
Organise the day-to-day work of any given theatre under the supervision and guidance of the nursing lead, as applicable to level of competence and skill
Once competencies have been completed to assist in scrubbing for theatre procedures
Communicate effectively with all colleagues including medical staff, departments and senior nursing staff as appropriate to maintain the smooth running of services.
Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of the department pre and post theatre procedures and take measures to prevent cross infection, liaising/reporting to the Theatre Team Leader or Infection control Key Person as appropriate.
Report any untoward incidents occurring in the department and escalate to Theatre Team Leader.
Participate as part of a multi-disciplinary team in the implementation and encouragement of Risk Management and Clinical Governance.

About us

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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families

What do we stand for?

Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Date posted

18 August 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,147 to £27,596 a year per annum, Dependent on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

434-SCC5536132

Job locations

Amersham Hospital

Whielden Street

Amersham

HP7 0JD

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

EXPERIENCE

Essential

Experience within a theatre environment, including patient preparation, knowledge of scrubbing techniques and skills and handling surgical instruments.

Desirable

Experience in health
Sufficient post registration experience to prepare for this post. This should include extensive experience within plastic surgery and/ or theatres.
Experience in teaching and training staff
Awareness and understanding of national and local issues relevant to speciality
Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Desirable

Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
Evidence of continuing professional development/ qualification relevant to the area of speciality and at level 7 standard
Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification
Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Desirable

Experience in scrubbing and setting up theatres
Experience of looking after patients pre and post operatively
Ability to work and communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team setting within and outside the Trust.
Evidence of advanced communication skills including verbal and non-verbal and excellent patient documentation skills
Time management skills with an ability to act on own initiative and be both self-directed and motivated in the work environment.
Sound computer skills; DocGen, ICE, Evolve, Bluespier

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Desirable

Ability to work across sites if needed to support department
Can work weekdays 9.5 hours day

Person Specification

EXPERIENCE

Essential

Experience within a theatre environment, including patient preparation, knowledge of scrubbing techniques and skills and handling surgical instruments.

Desirable

Experience in health
Sufficient post registration experience to prepare for this post. This should include extensive experience within plastic surgery and/ or theatres.
Experience in teaching and training staff
Awareness and understanding of national and local issues relevant to speciality
Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Desirable

Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
Evidence of continuing professional development/ qualification relevant to the area of speciality and at level 7 standard
Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification
Nursing Associate foundation degree qualification

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Desirable

Experience in scrubbing and setting up theatres
Experience of looking after patients pre and post operatively
Ability to work and communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team setting within and outside the Trust.
Evidence of advanced communication skills including verbal and non-verbal and excellent patient documentation skills
Time management skills with an ability to act on own initiative and be both self-directed and motivated in the work environment.
Sound computer skills; DocGen, ICE, Evolve, Bluespier

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Desirable

Ability to work across sites if needed to support department
Can work weekdays 9.5 hours day

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.