We are pleased to invite candidates to apply for this Band 5 Theatre Practitioner (RGN / RODP) role working in Surgical Unit Theatres at Lymington Hospital (UHS NHS) Trust.
Based within Lymington New Forest Hospital, a community hospital which opened in 2007, the Surgical Theatres and Day Ward are modern and welcoming for patients and staff alike.
Being part of a small team, staff work closely together, helping and supporting each other.
We are located within the New Forest National Park, an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts, the majestic surroundings make the New Forest ideal for walking, running and cycling etc with hundreds of miles of trails and tracks to follow, and being close to Lymington River, Harbour and the Solent makes it a perfect location for watersports. Bournemouth is just a short drive away where you will also find hill walks, clifftop views and sandy beaches.
Informal Visits Welcomed and Encouraged.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are seeking a highly motivated, professional and caring Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner to join our Theatre team.
Candidates require current UK NMC / HCPC registration for this post.
Ideally you should already have theatre experience in Anaesthetics, Scrub and/or Recovery, however training in Scrub/Recovery can be provided.
Lymington Surgical Unit comprises of the Theatre Suite, Surgical Outpatients Department with minor procedure treatment facilities, Pre-Assessment, and Day Surgical Ward.
We cover a range of surgical specialities for day surgical patients including Urology, General Surgery, Gynae, Colorectal, Orthopaedics and Ophthalmic.
Lymington Surgical Unit is currently a Monday to Friday Service with the potential of development in the future to weekend clinical activity.
This post is based on site at Lymington New Forest Hospital. As part of University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust there may be a requirement of cross site working/training at Southampton General Hospital depending based on clinical requirements.
Please read the job description and personal spec for more information.
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
Registered nurse or ODP on relevant part of the register Degree or equivalent experience Has the ability to assist in carrying out the transfer of a patient through the intraoperative phase of perioperative care, giving concise accurate handover Demonstrate knowledge of the skills required to support learners in practice and to create a positive learning environment. Practices and promotes the use of evidence-based practice Knowledge of current issues within acute health service. Understanding of personal accountability. Aptitude for caring for the anaesthetised and/or acutely unwell patient.
Desirable
Experience of teaching and supporting learners in practice. Relevant resus qualification, ie Immediate Life Support Experience of working within relevant care setting Specialist theatre work-based learning course, or mentorship course, post-qualification. Interest in research to promote good practice
Trust Values
Essential
Patients First Working Together Always Improving
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
THR Lymington Theatre Services
Wellworthy Rd
Lymington
SO41 8QD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
188-NM070125 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Based within Lymington New Forest Hospital, a community hospital which opened in 2007, the Surgical Theatres and Day Ward are modern and welcoming for patients and staff alike.
Being part of a small team, staff work closely together, helping and supporting each other.
We are located within the New Forest National Park, an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts, the majestic surroundings make the New Forest ideal for walking, running and cycling etc with hundreds of miles of trails and tracks to follow, and being close to Lymington River, Harbour and the Solent makes it a perfect location for watersports. Bournemouth is just a short drive away where you will also find hill walks, clifftop views and sandy beaches.
Informal Visits Welcomed and Encouraged.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are seeking a highly motivated, professional and caring Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner to join our Theatre team.
Candidates require current UK NMC / HCPC registration for this post.
Ideally you should already have theatre experience in Anaesthetics, Scrub and/or Recovery, however training in Scrub/Recovery can be provided.
Lymington Surgical Unit comprises of the Theatre Suite, Surgical Outpatients Department with minor procedure treatment facilities, Pre-Assessment, and Day Surgical Ward.
We cover a range of surgical specialities for day surgical patients including Urology, General Surgery, Gynae, Colorectal, Orthopaedics and Ophthalmic.
Lymington Surgical Unit is currently a Monday to Friday Service with the potential of development in the future to weekend clinical activity.
This post is based on site at Lymington New Forest Hospital. As part of University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust there may be a requirement of cross site working/training at Southampton General Hospital depending based on clinical requirements.
Please read the job description and personal spec for more information.
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
Registered nurse or ODP on relevant part of the register Degree or equivalent experience Has the ability to assist in carrying out the transfer of a patient through the intraoperative phase of perioperative care, giving concise accurate handover Demonstrate knowledge of the skills required to support learners in practice and to create a positive learning environment. Practices and promotes the use of evidence-based practice Knowledge of current issues within acute health service. Understanding of personal accountability. Aptitude for caring for the anaesthetised and/or acutely unwell patient.
Desirable
Experience of teaching and supporting learners in practice. Relevant resus qualification, ie Immediate Life Support Experience of working within relevant care setting Specialist theatre work-based learning course, or mentorship course, post-qualification. Interest in research to promote good practice
Trust Values
Essential
Patients First Working Together Always Improving
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
THR Lymington Theatre Services
Wellworthy Rd
Lymington
SO41 8QD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
188-NM070125 #J-18808-Ljbffr
