Theatre Staff Nurse / ODP

+ Work within the multidisciplinary team in order to help achieve a high standard of patient care
+ Contribute to good working relationships with all disciplines both within and outside the department
+ Participate in regular staff meetings
+ Ensure that the patient is treated with empathy and respect at all times
+ Provide support and advocacy to the patient throughout their stay
+ Participate in the promotion of the units philosophy
+ Protect patient confidentiality and act according to the Data protection Act
+ Answer the telephone in a professional manner, communicating any messages or queries to the correct practitioners.
+ Be a skilled circulating and scrub practitioner and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient care., + Be a skilled circulating and scrub practitioner and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient care
+ Be a skilled recovery practitioner as needed and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient care
+ Assisting all members of the theatre/recovery team as needed
+ Accurately enter patients details in the theatre register and on the theatre computer system
+ Assist in the setting up of theatres/recovery; checking equipment and instruments for the session, liaising with the person in charge
+ Maintain stock levels in theatres/recovery
+ Assisting with the daily checks in theatres/recovery
+ Assist as delegated in an emergency situation
+ Operate complex medical devices and troubleshooting
+ Supporting learners and new starters
+ Processing the collection of complex specimens, ensuring accurate documentation
+ Being part of complex procedures requiring two circulating or scrub practitioners, managing additional equipment and resources
+ Work in environments with radioactive waste/x-ray and manage the risks
Important information for applicants
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

We are welcoming applications for a dynamic and motivated registered practitioner to join our teams at Worthing and Southlands theatres.
This is an ideal opportunity for a band 5 practitioner to advance their clinical skills, leadership and support the lead practitioner.
We are looking to offer positions on a rotation pathway across Ophthalmology, Day Surgery and Main Theatres.

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal - to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack