Job description

Job responsibilities

Apply specialist knowledge underpinned by theory to practice in an acute critical care area across a range of diverse procedures.

Ensure the provision of the physical and psychological environment which is conducive to providing optimum care for Perioperative patients.

Responsible for the provision of care to a designed caseload of patients within an acute critical area, analysing, assessing and making clinical judgements, within the remit of the role as required. Gives support to junior staff during this process.

Communicate effectively, demonstrating empathy and reassurance when dealing with patients, relatives, carers, all members of organisation and external agencies.

Adhere to policies and procedures, proposing changes to working practices for own work area.

Following successful completion of competencies frequently takes charge of a designated area in theatre and occasionally takes charge of the Operating Department in the absence of the Theatre Sister

Responsible for the safe use of expensive/highly complex equipment/pharmaceutical products utilised within the acute critical care area. Has knowledge of the management of these resources.

Abide by legal requirements and statutory rules relating to the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) or the Association of Operating Department Practitioners.

Assist in the establishment and implementations of systems which evaluate standards of practice i.e. Essence of Care and Nursing Strategy.

Maintain accurate and confidential Perioperative care documentation

Participate in research and audit as required and the application of research findings into clinical practice.

Take part in the initiation of new ideas and implementation of evidence based on practice.

Mentor and facilitate the education of staff nurses, operating department practitioners, pre registered student nurses, trainee operating department practitioners and theatre support workers.

Demonstrate commitment to IWL principles and flexible working patterns, to meet the needs of the service and staff

Tackle discrimination and harassment, and promote equality and diversity in the workplace

Reduce sickness absence; work place accidents; and promote zero tolerance on violence against staff

Take responsibility for personal development and education and the development of a Personal Development Plan.

1. Control of Infection

Be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene. To undertake annual training/updates in infection prevention and control.

Prepare for and undertake the protective interventions that he/she is responsible for in a manner that is consistent with evidence based practice and maintaining patient safety.

1. Communication and Working Relationships

Communicate effectively all members of the multi-disciplinary care team in order to promote positive working relationships within the operating department and throughout the directorate and with external agencies. Communicate with patients, relatives of patients and visitors, making sure that they have all possible assistance, promoting good public relations.

1. The most challenging part of the job

To deliver and maintain a high quality service to patients, carers, families and users of the acute Perioperative area, ensuring effective working relations are maintained throughout the team.

1. Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure Check

This post is deemed to require a Disclosure Check Enhanced Level with the Criminal Records Bureau. This is due to the fact the post has access to children or vulnerable adults. Further information on the Disclosure Service is available from www.disclosure.gov.uk

This job description is intended as a guide to the duties and responsibilities of the post and should not be regarded as a complete list of those required to be fulfilled under the written statement of the main terms and conditions of employment.

The contents may be amended from time to time subject to developing service needs although such amendment would occur following appropriate consultation with the postholder.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 1st Level Registration OR minimum NVQ Level 3 in Operating Department Practice
• Relevant teaching certificate

Desirable

• Diploma in Nursing or Operating Department Practice

Experience

Desirable

• Completion of competency package
• Minimum of 18 months experience in relevant specialist area

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospital of North Tees

Hardwick Road

Stockton on Tees

TS19 8PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 1 in Maths and English
• NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare Care or equivalent experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate person centred care
• IT skills
• Able to describe behaviours and skills of a carer

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working as part of a team
• Previous Healthcare experience

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.

Employer details

Employer name

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The James Cook University Hospital

Marton Road

Middlesbrough

TS4 3BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Registered Nurse (NMC)
• Degree or diploma in nursing
• Teaching and Assessing Qualification
• Evidence of ongoing relevant professional development

Experience

Essential

• Experience in audit, QI, or MDT coordination
• Ability to interpret blood tests and imaging reports

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Significant post-registration experience in endoscopy or gastroenterology
• Evidence of autonomous clinical assessment skills
• Experience with complex patient pathways

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).

Employer details

Employer name

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The James Cook University Hospital

Marton Road

Middlesborough

TS4 3BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Registered as fit to practice by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Diploma or Degree in Adult Nursing
• Driving Licence

Desirable

• Teaching and mentoring qualification
• Evidence of Post Graduate clinical training/ development
• Attendance of Leadership and development programme

Experience

Essential

• Experience of Multi-disciplinary working.
• Ability to work within the boundaries of the NMC Code of Professional conduct
• Commitment to evidence-based practice

Desirable

• Experience working within an acute or community setting

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Commitment to the needs of the service including a flexible and adaptable approach in the work environment/ work practices.
• A team player able to work well with others and demonstrate commitment to team objectives.
• Effectively prioritises and co-ordinates own work.
• Ability to use initiative to make a decision within sphere of work and/or knowledge recognising where assistance is required.

Desirable

• Good information technology skills.

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).

Employer details

Employer name

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stokesely Health Centre

North Road

Stokesley

TS9 5DY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will provide and coordinate antenatal, Intrapartum and postnatal care for both traditional and CoC midwife led care models and consultant led women.

Duites will include:

* Maintain NMC registration and ensure that Revalidation is up to date. Practice in accordance with the NMC the Code and the Standards.

* Ensure that other NMC documents and Trust guidelines are adhered to. Maintain and develop professional knowledge and competence in accordance with NMC recommendations

*Plan and provide individualised care based on careful history taking, medical and social assessment as early in pregnancy as possible

*To promote and maintain standards of professional practice in order to enhance quality of care for clients

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Midwife
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Teaching/mentor qualification or equivalent Degree ENB NMP

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospital of North Tees

Hardwick Road

Stockton-on-Tees

TS19 8PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to work within the boundaries of the NMC Code of Professional conduct
• Commitment to the needs of the service including a flexible and adaptable approach in the work environment/work practices
• Effective communication skills, both written & verbal.
• A team player able to work well with others & demonstrates commitment to team objectives.
• Effectively prioritises and co-ordinates own work
• Ability to use initiative to make a decision within sphere of work and/or knowledge recognising where assistance is required
• Commitment to adhere to Trust Policies and Procedures and to contribute to an implement policy in own area and propose changes

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or Degree in Adult Nursing.
• Current NMC Registration

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within an acute or Community setting.
• Experience of Multi-disciplinary working
• Commitment to evidence based 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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Friarage Surgical Centre

Bullamoor Rd

Northallerton

DL6 1JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Act as a specialist adviser to all staff in matters relating to infection prevention and control.

Liaise and agree action with all necessary staff in the event of an outbreak of infection.

Assist in the investigation of outbreaks of infection with specific reference to source, mode of spread and means of control, and to implement plan for containment and prevention of further spread.

Contribute to the IPCT clinical audit programme to continuously evaluate clinical procedures to ensure compliance with agreed infection prevention and control measures, recommending change when necessary to reduce risk trust wide, including implementation of research and recent validated advances in infection prevention and control.

Identify and provide information and specialist education appropriate to need for different staff groups.

Represent the Infection Prevention and Control Team on relevant committees, working groups etc and provide active membership and appropriate specialist input.

Participate in the production of infection prevention and control reports as necessary.

Deliver formal and informal IPC training to a wide range of staff in different settings.

Participate in the production of infection prevention and control reports as necessary.

Requirement to travel to different sites, as necessary.

Provide counselling and/or information to patients, carers and staff on infection prevention and control measures relevant to their individual needs.

Participate in the formulation and review of policies and guidelines for the prevention and control of infection.

Contribute to QI projects and initiatives to improve IPC practice.

Have an awareness of the Trust financial position and work efficiently and effectively to contribute to budgets

Act as a practice supervisor to students attached to the department as part of their training

Support junior members of the team

Conduct appraisals as required

Maintain accurate records

Proficient on Microsoft packages such as word and excel

Ensuring all relevant logs are kept up to date

Contribute to the IPCT clinical audit programme

Required to work autonomously, prioritise own workload, manage own diary. With supervision and guidance available from the IPC team, IPC matron and IPC lead nurse.

Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, participate in appropriate training activities.

Participate in review of own performance regularly and development of personal development plan at least every 12 months

Take responsibility for own actions

Recognise own personal strengths and weaknesses and identify appropriate strategies to enhance the strengths and overcome or minimise the weaknesses

Apply personal effectiveness skills in terms of time management, prioritisation, resource management, self-motivation and team work

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• registered nurse with NMC registration
• Degree (or commenced on pathway)
• evidence of further post registration experience

Desirable

• Mentorship in practice or equivalent teaching qualification
• Evidence of teaching in current role

Experience

Essential

• broad post registration experience in clinical settings within the last 2 years
• Involvement in IPC in current role

Desirable

• experience of involvement in audit and root cause analysis
• Awareness of national IPC policies
• experience in report writing
• experience in delivering training

Skills

Essential

• Ability to work on own initiative
• able to transport self and equipment between sites
• Good IT skill, proficient with Microsoft packages
• Experience of working with patients and carers
• Able to work autonomously and prioritise work load

Desirable

• Quality improvement skills
• experience of preparing and delivering presentations

management

Essential

• experience of mentoring or supporting junior team members

Desirable

• Appraisal and people management skills

communication

Essential

• excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• able to work well in a team and with all other staff members in the hospital and externally

Financial and phsyical

Essential

• Driving license and access to own vehicle

other

Desirable

• previously worked in IPC team

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Tees

stockton

TS19 8PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)