Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Theatre Nurse for one of the Trusts in London to join their dynamic team.
Responsibilities:
- Clinical Care: Assess patient needs independently, develop and evaluate care plans, and perform nursing procedures following Trust policies to ensure high standards of evidence-based care.
- Patient Communication: Communicate empathetically with patients and their families regarding surgical assessments, care, and treatments while ensuring accurate and comprehensive nursing records.
- Infection Control: Implement and support infection control practices, participate in audits, and maintain a clean and safe clinical environment, working closely with the infection control team to manage risks.
- Team Collaboration: Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to promote effective communication and a collaborative approach to patient care, while supervising and training unqualified staff.
- Management Duties: Assist in orienting new staff, maintain effective working relationships, investigate incidents and complaints, and ensure a safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors.
- Leadership and Mentorship: Act as a role model, co-mentor, and preceptor for healthcare assistants, students, and returning staff, supporting their development and maintaining confidentiality and patient safety.
Requirements:
- Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration/ODP
- Experience in theatre nursing
- Awareness of clinical issues within the theatre department
- Knowledge of developments within the profession
- Ability to work as part of a team within set boundaries
- Ability to prioritize workload
To apply to this role, reply with your updated CV and the job reference number - BS/10127/TH1.