Advanced Anaesthetic Module for Registered Nurses
Band 5
Main area: Perioperative Care Grade: Band 5 Contract: Permanent - Successful applicants will become part of the anesthetic assistant roster once they have passed the module. Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Shifts include long days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays.) Job ref: 339-TA-ASCR-AAM-0125 Site: Southmead Hospital Town: Bristol Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 per annum Salary period: Yearly Closing: 24/02/2025 23:59 Job overview
Are you a Registered Nurse with a background in Critical/ Acute Care who is looking for a new challenge? We are offering a fantastic opportunity for Registered Nurses with experience in Theatres/ IR/ Emergency Department/ ICU / HDU or other acute care settings to undertake a 20 credit Level 6 / Level 7 Anaesthetic Practice Module! The module is provided by the University of Derby, and successful completion leads to a qualification recognized by the Association of Anaesthetists of Great Britain and Ireland. Theory sessions will be delivered online and supported with face-to-face clinical skills workshops at North Bristol NHS Trust by our Anaesthetic Practice Facilitators. The next module will start in late May 2025, and successful applicants will need to complete the NBT Trust induction prior to this date. On completion, you will become an Anaesthetic Practitioner at NBT, and after consolidation, you will undertake a full range of duties, including out of hours and night shifts. You are expected to remain in post for a period of two years in accordance with the Trust’s Study Leave, Education and Training Policy for Non-Medical Workforce. Main duties of the job
Participate in all aspects of clinical operating department work, providing a high standard of patient care and safety in accordance with the North Bristol NHS Trust philosophy and objectives, policies, and legal requirements. Deputise for the Team Leader when required/experience allows. Involved in the assessment, development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care within a flexible team structure involving a multi-disciplinary team. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Key Clinical Responsibilities: Ensure skilled care is given to patients by themselves or junior staff within the department or outside areas. Maintain standard documentation in accordance with the NMC Standards for Records and Record Keeping. Identify the specific perioperative needs of patients undergoing various surgeries. Act as anaesthetic practitioner for various specialties carried out within the department as directed. Assist in the handover of care to the Mediroom area. Support the theatre and Mediroom staff as required. Plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Maintain the safety and wellbeing of patients, relatives, and staff in accordance with Health and Safety policies. Ensure all equipment is cleaned, checked daily, maintained, and take appropriate action regarding faulty equipment as per Trust policy. Participate in the ordering and training of new equipment. Ensure safe lifting techniques when assisting in the movement and lifting of patients and equipment. Report to the Team Leader/Clinical Coordinator accidents, incidents, and complaints affecting patients, staff, supplies, and services. Communicate effectively at all times and maintain a harmonious working environment. Assist in the care, labeling, and dispatch of specimens for laboratory examination. Maintain the accurate collection of data related to theatre statistics. Participate in audit and research. Ensure all clinical and legal documents are completed accurately and legibly in accordance with Trust guidelines. Maintain confidentiality. Maintain appropriate stock levels within the theatre areas and participate in budgetary control. Develop professional practice in line with personal development plans. Ensure safety procedures are carried out in relation to swabs, instruments, and needle counts. Collaborate with senior staff to ensure that trainee and new staff develop as required for their role. Attend relevant meetings and working groups. Provide high-quality, effective, individualized care to all patients by assessing care needs and developing, implementing, and evaluating them without supervision. Be responsible for a defined caseload as a named nurse. Work autonomously in the theatre area of the trust providing knowledge and skills for surgery in the perioperative setting. Person specification
Education/ Training/ Qualifications
Registered Nurse or ODP with current live registration. Evidence of ongoing professional development. Teaching and assessing qualification (998 or equivalent) or willing to undertake after 2 years post-registration. Work Experience
Post-registration experience in a perioperative or similar critical care environment. Evidence of completed training for extended roles (e.g., IV drug administration, cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs, male catheterization pump training). Knowledge / skills / abilities
Effective communication skills, verbal and written, including report writing and record keeping. Excellent interpersonal skills with patients and multidisciplinary team. Excellent organizational skills with proven ability to problem-solve and remain calm under pressure. Ability to contribute to team development. Sound knowledge of the guidelines set out in the NMC code of professional conduct and current perioperative issues. Personal Qualities
Flexible and able to undertake a full range of shifts. Punctual. Able to work within a diverse community of patients and health care professionals. If you apply for this vacancy and have not received communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses related to interview attendance. If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on tel 0117 414 1151. North Bristol NHS Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments. At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce. Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post. Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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Band 5
Main area: Perioperative Care Grade: Band 5 Contract: Permanent - Successful applicants will become part of the anesthetic assistant roster once they have passed the module. Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Shifts include long days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays.) Job ref: 339-TA-ASCR-AAM-0125 Site: Southmead Hospital Town: Bristol Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 per annum Salary period: Yearly Closing: 24/02/2025 23:59 Job overview
Are you a Registered Nurse with a background in Critical/ Acute Care who is looking for a new challenge? We are offering a fantastic opportunity for Registered Nurses with experience in Theatres/ IR/ Emergency Department/ ICU / HDU or other acute care settings to undertake a 20 credit Level 6 / Level 7 Anaesthetic Practice Module! The module is provided by the University of Derby, and successful completion leads to a qualification recognized by the Association of Anaesthetists of Great Britain and Ireland. Theory sessions will be delivered online and supported with face-to-face clinical skills workshops at North Bristol NHS Trust by our Anaesthetic Practice Facilitators. The next module will start in late May 2025, and successful applicants will need to complete the NBT Trust induction prior to this date. On completion, you will become an Anaesthetic Practitioner at NBT, and after consolidation, you will undertake a full range of duties, including out of hours and night shifts. You are expected to remain in post for a period of two years in accordance with the Trust’s Study Leave, Education and Training Policy for Non-Medical Workforce. Main duties of the job
Participate in all aspects of clinical operating department work, providing a high standard of patient care and safety in accordance with the North Bristol NHS Trust philosophy and objectives, policies, and legal requirements. Deputise for the Team Leader when required/experience allows. Involved in the assessment, development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care within a flexible team structure involving a multi-disciplinary team. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Key Clinical Responsibilities: Ensure skilled care is given to patients by themselves or junior staff within the department or outside areas. Maintain standard documentation in accordance with the NMC Standards for Records and Record Keeping. Identify the specific perioperative needs of patients undergoing various surgeries. Act as anaesthetic practitioner for various specialties carried out within the department as directed. Assist in the handover of care to the Mediroom area. Support the theatre and Mediroom staff as required. Plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Maintain the safety and wellbeing of patients, relatives, and staff in accordance with Health and Safety policies. Ensure all equipment is cleaned, checked daily, maintained, and take appropriate action regarding faulty equipment as per Trust policy. Participate in the ordering and training of new equipment. Ensure safe lifting techniques when assisting in the movement and lifting of patients and equipment. Report to the Team Leader/Clinical Coordinator accidents, incidents, and complaints affecting patients, staff, supplies, and services. Communicate effectively at all times and maintain a harmonious working environment. Assist in the care, labeling, and dispatch of specimens for laboratory examination. Maintain the accurate collection of data related to theatre statistics. Participate in audit and research. Ensure all clinical and legal documents are completed accurately and legibly in accordance with Trust guidelines. Maintain confidentiality. Maintain appropriate stock levels within the theatre areas and participate in budgetary control. Develop professional practice in line with personal development plans. Ensure safety procedures are carried out in relation to swabs, instruments, and needle counts. Collaborate with senior staff to ensure that trainee and new staff develop as required for their role. Attend relevant meetings and working groups. Provide high-quality, effective, individualized care to all patients by assessing care needs and developing, implementing, and evaluating them without supervision. Be responsible for a defined caseload as a named nurse. Work autonomously in the theatre area of the trust providing knowledge and skills for surgery in the perioperative setting. Person specification
Education/ Training/ Qualifications
Registered Nurse or ODP with current live registration. Evidence of ongoing professional development. Teaching and assessing qualification (998 or equivalent) or willing to undertake after 2 years post-registration. Work Experience
Post-registration experience in a perioperative or similar critical care environment. Evidence of completed training for extended roles (e.g., IV drug administration, cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs, male catheterization pump training). Knowledge / skills / abilities
Effective communication skills, verbal and written, including report writing and record keeping. Excellent interpersonal skills with patients and multidisciplinary team. Excellent organizational skills with proven ability to problem-solve and remain calm under pressure. Ability to contribute to team development. Sound knowledge of the guidelines set out in the NMC code of professional conduct and current perioperative issues. Personal Qualities
Flexible and able to undertake a full range of shifts. Punctual. Able to work within a diverse community of patients and health care professionals. If you apply for this vacancy and have not received communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses related to interview attendance. If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on tel 0117 414 1151. North Bristol NHS Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments. At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce. Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post. Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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