Senior Anaesthetic Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner • London Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nSenior Anaesthetic Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner with Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in London, United Kingdom\n\n Job summary The post holder will be responsible for the assessment, planning and provision of specialist ophthalmic nursing advice in the ophthalmic theatre environment. You will provide supervision to junior staff, students and may undertake research, lead clinical audits in own specialist area. You will ensure the safety and wellbeing of patients; always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person-centred care principles. You will be expected to provide clinical support to colleagues in the clinical setting and work effectively with the multidisciplinary team. Please note you must have an active NMC or ODP-HCPC Registration to be shortlisted. Main duties of the job Professionally accountable and responsible for the provision of high-quality care and a safe environment for patients within their delegated clinical area. Organise all human and physical resources in the delivery of clinical care attempting to problem solve but being mindful of the need to escalate to the Theatre Manager as appropriate. To lead and co-ordinate the clinical team, taking continuing responsibility for the management and organisation of the clinical area, in a courteous and patient focused manner. To be a role model to junior colleagues in the delivery of patient care. To be responsible for direct leadership of delegated staff, including but not limited to: performing return to work interviews, appraisal of staff and escalating to senior colleagues' areas of poor conduct and/or performance and undertaking appropriate action to support improvement in poor conduct and or performance. Maintain a professional profile and develop skills, knowledge and competencies adhering to the NMC and HCPC Codes of Professional Conduct and Trust Policies and Procedures. Act as an agent of change in achieving a culture that is flexible and responds positively to the needs of the service and our patients. Actively develop positive team working between theatres and the surgical wards. Support the theatre manager in all activities related to the improvement of theatre utilisation ensuring effective communication and flow. About us At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer: Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme Free 24/7 independent counselling service Learning and development opportunities Easy and quick transport links A range of attractive benefits and discounts Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes Free Pilates classes Full support and training to develop your skills Flexible working friendly organisation And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will act as clinical expert for their speciality. The post holder will be responsible for the day to day operational management of the theatre without direct supervision ensuring that the activity flows smoothly and without unnecessary breaks in care delivery. This is a mainly clinical role with first line management elements. Professionally accountable and responsible for the provision of high-quality care and a safe environment for patients within their delegated clinical area. Organise all human and physical resources in the delivery of clinical care attempting to problem solve but being mindful of the need to escalate to the Theatre Manager as appropriate. To lead and co-ordinate the clinical team, taking continuing responsibility for the management and organisation of the clinical area, in a courteous and patient focused manner. To be a role model to junior colleagues in the delivery of patient care. To be responsible for direct leadership of delegated staff, including but not limited to: performing return to work interviews, appraisal of staff and escalating to senior colleagues areas of poor conduct and/or performance and undertaking appropriate action to support improvement in poor conduct and or performance. Maintain a professional profile and develop skills, knowledge and competencies adhering to the NMC and HCPC Codes of Professional Conduct and Trust Policies and Procedures. Act as an agent of change in achieving a culture that is flexible and responds positively to the needs of the service and our patients. Actively develop positive team working between theatres and the surgical wards. Support the theatre manager in all activities related to the improvement of theatre utilisation ensuring effective communication and flow. To ensure that all departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines, are adhered to. Maintain a professional appearance and demeanour. Uphold the Trusts values and behaviours and behave in a manner befitting the leadership role, maintaining public and colleague confidence. Maintain professional and courteous working relationships with staff and respect the equality and diversity of each and every person he/she comes into contact with. Uphold the privacy and dignity of the patient and respect the equality of patients at all times. The post holder has delegated responsibility for the day to day running of the theatres and recovery, ensuring that the systems and processes are in place, which ensures safe operative procedures. Ensure that equipment is available and in good working order being mindful of specialty specific requirements, highlighting any deficits in a timely manner to the Theatre Manager. Be the first port of call for anaesthetic requests and escalate to the Theatre Manager, if there is a financial implication or a potential for impacting the wider department. Take responsibility for the running of the lists if necessary, ensuring a proactive approach to prompt starts, maintenance of flow and adherence to safer surgery guidelines. It is the responsibility of the post holder to take appropriate steps to ensure this is the case and escalate if this is being compromised. Ensure the safer surgery checklist principles are adhered to, taking the lead if necessary ensuring the presence of the entire team. Be prepared to escalate non-compliance to the Theatre Manager. Support the Theatre Manager in working collaboratively with Infection Control, Risk Management and corporate nursing to ensure actions from audits and incidents are acted upon and resolved in a timely manner. Act in a link role e.g. Infection Control, Risk Management and Fire Safety. Attend meetings (i.e., 6-4-2), undertake role responsibilities and feedback education and learning to the wider team as required. Monitor the delivery of mandatory training and highlight to clinical coordinators if this is becoming compromised. Act as deputy for the Theatre Manager as necessary. Ensure the delivery of high quality evidenced based care within theatre and recovery. Work to deliver a customer focused culture acting as a role model. Participate in the management of the department in the absence of the Theatre Manager. Manage and coordinate the efficient running of the theatre list. To participate as a circulating member of the theatre team in surgical procedures and carrying out safety checks with regards to swabs, instruments and needles in conjunction with the scrub practitioner. To prepare, check and make ready for use all anaesthetic equipment and supplies required for surgical procedures. Demonstrate the ability to provide appropriate assistance in anaesthetic care (pre, intra, and immediate post-op) and anticipating the anaesthetic needs. Ensure written records are accurate and legible, enter data into theatre IT system, taking action in situations where the quality of the data may be affected. Supervise staff using the IT system. Maintains personal contact with patients, relatives and visitors being sensitive to their needs for courtesy, dignity and privacy and ensuring an appropriate professional environment at all times. Support the Theatre Manager in the delivery of Clinical Governance, Risk Management and Quality assurance initiatives. Foster effective and efficient working relationships across the multidisciplinary team, role modelling excellent communication skills. Is clinically and professionally up-to-date with current trends and developments in clinical speciality. Work with the clinical educator to identify opportunities for training and teaching in the clinical area for all staff, including medical and student nursing colleagues. Ensure that staff are up to date with new equipment and techniques and new starters are adequately supported. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will act as clinical expert for their speciality. The post holder will be responsible for the day to day operational management of the theatre without direct supervision ensuring that the activity flows smoothly and without unnecessary breaks in care delivery. This is a mainly clinical role with first line management elements. Professionally accountable and responsible for the provision of high-quality care and a safe environment for patients within their delegated clinical area. Organise all human and physical resources in the delivery of clinical care attempting to problem solve but being mindful of the need to escalate to the Theatre Manager as appropriate. To lead and co-ordinate the clinical team, taking continuing responsibility for the management and organisation of the clinical area, in a courteous and patient focused manner. To be a role model to junior colleagues in the delivery of patient care. To be responsible for direct leadership of delegated staff, including but not limited to: performing return to work interviews, appraisal of staff and escalating to senior colleagues areas of poor conduct and/or performance and undertaking appropriate action to support improvement in poor conduct and or performance. Maintain a professional profile and develop skills, knowledge and competencies adhering to the NMC and HCPC Codes of Professional Conduct and Trust Policies and Procedures. Act as an agent of change in achieving a culture that is flexible and responds positively to the needs of the service and our patients. Actively develop positive team working between theatres and the surgical wards. Support the theatre manager in all activities related to the improvement of theatre utilisation ensuring effective communication and flow. To ensure that all departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines, are adhered to. Maintain a professional appearance and demeanour. Uphold the Trusts values and behaviours and behave in a manner befitting the leadership role, maintaining public and colleague confidence. Maintain professional and courteous working relationships with staff and respect the equality and diversity of each and every person he/she comes into contact with. Uphold the privacy and dignity of the patient and respect the equality of patients at all times. The post holder has delegated responsibility for the day to day running of the theatres and recovery, ensuring that the systems and processes are in place, which ensures safe operative procedures. Ensure that equipment is available and in good working order being mindful of specialty specific requirements, highlighting any deficits in a timely manner to the Theatre Manager. Be the first port of call for anaesthetic requests and escalate to the Theatre Manager, if there is a financial implication or a potential for impacting the wider department. Take responsibility for the running of the lists if necessary, ensuring a proactive approach to prompt starts, maintenance of flow and adherence to safer surgery guidelines. It is the responsibility of the post holder to take appropriate steps to ensure this is the case and escalate if this is being compromised. Ensure the safer surgery checklist principles are adhered to, taking the lead if necessary ensuring the presence of the entire team. Be prepared to escalate non-compliance to the Theatre Manager. Support the Theatre Manager in working collaboratively with Infection Control, Risk Management and corporate nursing to ensure actions from audits and incidents are acted upon and resolved in a timely manner. Act in a link role e.g. Infection Control, Risk Management and Fire Safety. Attend meetings (i.e., 6-4-2), undertake role responsibilities and feedback education and learning to the wider team as required. Monitor the delivery of mandatory training and highlight to clinical coordinators if this is becoming compromised. Act as deputy for the Theatre Manager as necessary. Ensure the delivery of high quality evidenced based care within theatre and recovery. Work to deliver a customer focused culture acting as a role model. Participate in the management of the department in the absence of the Theatre Manager. Manage and coordinate the efficient running of the theatre list. To participate as a circulating member of the theatre team in surgical procedures and carrying out safety checks with regards to swabs, instruments and needles in conjunction with the scrub practitioner. To prepare, check and make ready for use all anaesthetic equipment and supplies required for surgical procedures. Demonstrate the ability to provide appropriate assistance in anaesthetic care (pre, intra, and immediate post-op) and anticipating the anaesthetic needs. Ensure written records are accurate and legible, enter data into theatre IT system, taking action in situations where the quality of the data may be affected. Supervise staff using the IT system. Maintains personal contact with patients, relatives and visitors being sensitive to their needs for courtesy, dignity and privacy and ensuring an appropriate professional environment at all times. Support the Theatre Manager in the delivery of Clinical Governance, Risk Management and Quality assurance initiatives. Foster effective and efficient working relationships across the multidisciplinary team, role modelling excellent communication skills. Is clinically and professionally up-to-date with current trends and developments in clinical speciality. Work with the clinical educator to identify opportunities for training and teaching in the clinical area for all staff, including medical and student nursing colleagues. Ensure that staff are up to date with new equipment and techniques and new starters are adequately supported. Person Specification Professional Registration Essential NMC/HCPC Registration (Anaesthetic Course for Nurses) Qualifications Essential Teaching and Assessing Competency Minimum 2 Years Anaesthetic and Recovery Experience ILS Provider Desirable Leadership and Management Course ALS Trained Skills and Experience Essential Experience in undertaking Preceptor/Mentor role Evidence of team coordinating and management Excellent written and verbal communication skills Desirable Involvement in Nursing Audit and Research Resource Management Experience IT Skills (MS Office, Galaxy, OpenEyes) Person Specification Professional Registration Essential NMC/HCPC Registration (Anaesthetic Course for Nurses) Qualifications Essential Teaching and Assessing Competency Minimum 2 Years Anaesthetic and Recovery Experience ILS Provider Desirable Leadership and Management Course ALS Trained Skills and Experience Essential Experience in undertaking Preceptor/Mentor role Evidence of team coordinating and management Excellent written and verbal communication skills Desirable Involvement in Nursing Audit and Research Resource Management Experience IT Skills (MS Office, Galaxy, OpenEyes) 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 . 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. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Additional information 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 . 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. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address City Road City Road London EC1V 2PD Employer's website "}