Brachytherapy Theatre Nurse / Theatre Practitioner inManchester inManchester PUBLISHED 25 MAY 2024

The Inter-Authority Transfer (IAT) process is a critical and beneficial component of ESR and will form part of the recruitment process.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To participate as a member of the Anaesthetic/Recovery/Scrub/Circulator Theatre team with extensive knowledge in the care of the peri-operative patient.
• To demonstrate high standards of individual patient care with a commitment to the development of evidence-based practice.
• To competently care for the peri-operative patient including the assessment, planning and evaluation of programs of care.
• Liase and integrate with the multi-disciplinary team, ensuring patients receive comprehensive care and promote a team approach to working.
• Develop good working relationships and promote effective communication between all clinical grades of staff within the multi-disciplinary team.
• Liase with the peri-operative teams to initiate and participate in the audit and evaluation of clinical practice and surgical products in the interest of promoting quality care.
• Work with senior colleagues to formulate practice development strategies based on audit findings.
• Encourage and participate in initiatives to enhance quality care.
• The post holder will be proactive towards change and change management.
• To promote and maintain an environment conducive to professional development.
• Take responsibility for your own professional development.
• Participate in the theoretical and practical professional instruction of all learners, trained and untrained, including medical students and other allied medical professions.
• To monitor the progress of learners and in particular their skills in carrying out practical procedures.
• Demonstrate professional accountability.
• Act as a clinical role model for new staff, reflecting the philosophy, beliefs and standards of the department.
• Ensure that all prescribed drugs and treatments are given correctly and in accordance with Trust policy, including the correct care and custody of controlled drugs.
• Offer help and advice to the patients relatives and friends responding to their individual needs in a caring supportive manner.
• Ensure safe use and efficient management of equipment and supplies.
• Assist in the maintenance of good order and cleanliness of the clinical area, in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Have access to and maintain computerised patient records in accordance with Trust policy.
• After training be able to use the scan track system and track/trace all medical devices used in theatre.
• Demonstrate the mandatory competencies of the Trust, attending all mandatory updates.
• Under direction of a senior colleague work in role of Theatre co-ordinator


Education and Development


The post holder is responsible for his/her personal development by attending all required mandatory updates and keeping a personal portfolio in line with their job outline and registration.

To maintain compliance to all statutory and mandatory training as defined by the organisation and service needs.


Personal


1. Demonstrate a pleasant approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship

2. Be aware of one's own limitations, maintain confidentiality and adherence to Trust policies and procedures


Environment Support:


1. Be responsible for self and others through identifying risks and undertaking work activities in a safe manner.

2. Maintain cleanliness in the work environment, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients, adhering to infection prevention control policies and guidance in line with Trust health and safety policies.

3. Undertake cleaning of equipment/environment as per Trust policy.

4. Reports all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy to shift coordinator or senior staff.

5. Contributes to the continuous improvement of services.

6. Undertake all training required to perform duties effectively to the requirements of the post, including but not limited to attending all required mandatory training courses.

7. Demonstrates the agreed set of values and accountable for own attitude and behaviour.


Person specification



Qualifications



Essential criteria

  • Operating department Practitioner or First level Registered Nurse.
  • Anaesthetic qualification
  • Diploma level education in relevant practice.
  • Evidence of on going professional development

Desirable criteria

  • Working towards Degree.
  • Mentorship and Assessment Course.
  • C&G 730

Experience



Essential criteria

  • Able to demonstrate leadership
  • Experience in the use of technical equipment and medical devices

Skills



Essential criteria

  • High level of physical skills.
  • Dexterity and accuracy when using medical devices and assisting procedures.
  • Organisational skills.
  • Verbal, written and communication skills.
  • Able to plan and prioritise workload
  • Ability to problem solve technical issues
  • Computer skills.

Knowledge



Essential criteria

  • Specialist knowledge of Surgical theatre practice.
  • Knowledge of current nursing issues.

Desirable criteria

  • Surgical oncology

Other



Essential criteria

  • To have a flexible and committed approach to work.
  • To take part in On Call rota
  • Able to deal with information of a highly sensitive and confidential nature.
  • Able to work efficiently and calmly under pressure.
  • Working conditions include exposure to bodily fluids, no natural sunlight, foul linen, cytotoxic waste
The closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.

We want to ensure that everyone who works at the Christie or uses our services is welcomed, valued and treated with dignity and respect. The Christie values diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all and fair representation across the organisation at all levels. In support of these commitments, we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority people and people with disabilities for this post. Appointment will be only on merit.

We are committed to creating a balanced and diverse workforce. As such we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Together we will foster inclusion and tackle inequity and health inequalities in cancer care.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy

All positions within the Christie are subject to the receipt of satisfactory written references, medical clearance and evidence of your Right to Work in the UK. Some roles will require a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Please note if you are successfully appointed to a post with this Trust, you will be required to pay for your own DBS Disclosure.

By applying for this post you are agreeing to The Christie NHS Foundation Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system. If you are offered a job information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system. Please note, all communication regarding your application will be made via email, please ensure you check your junk/spam folders as emails are sometimes filtered there.

If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, I regret that on this occasion your application will have been unsuccessful.

The Inter-Authority Transfer (IAT) process is a critical and beneficial component of ESR and will form part of the recruitment process. In the event that you are successful following interview your previous NHS employment data, if applicable will be transferred from your current / most recent employer.

Overseas candidates wishing to apply for this position and who would require immigration sponsorship, may wish to self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the post on the UKVI website.

You should be aware the Trust operates a No Smoking Policy and therefore employees are not permitted to smoke at work.


Employer certification / accreditation badges



Applicant requirements


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.


Documents to download


  • Job Description (PDF, 288.4KB)
  • The Christie Values and Behaviours (PDF, 919.5KB)
  • Strategy Brochure (PDF, 1.0MB)
  • Trust Membership - Christie Talent (PDF, 23.0KB)
  • Travel to The Christie (PDF, 3.8MB)
Detailed job description and main responsibilities


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To participate as a member of the Anaesthetic/Recovery/Scrub/Circulator Theatre team with extensive knowledge in the care of the peri-operative patient.
• To demonstrate high standards of individual patient care with a commitment to the development of evidence-based practice.
• To competently care for the peri-operative patient including the assessment, planning and evaluation of programs of care.
• Liase and integrate with the multi-disciplinary team, ensuring patients receive comprehensive care and promote a team approach to working.
• Develop good working relationships and promote effective communication between all clinical grades of staff within the multi-disciplinary team.
• Liase with the peri-operative teams to initiate and participate in the audit and evaluation of clinical practice and surgical products in the interest of promoting quality care.
• Work with senior colleagues to formulate practice development strategies based on audit findings.
• Encourage and participate in initiatives to enhance quality care.
• The post holder will be proactive towards change and change management.
• To promote and maintain an environment conducive to professional development.
• Take responsibility for your own professional development.
• Participate in the theoretical and practical professional instruction of all learners, trained and untrained, including medical students and other allied medical professions.
• To monitor the progress of learners and in particular their skills in carrying out practical procedures.
• Demonstrate professional accountability.
• Act as a clinical role model for new staff, reflecting the philosophy, beliefs and standards of the department.
• Ensure that all prescribed drugs and treatments are given correctly and in accordance with Trust policy, including the correct care and custody of controlled drugs.
• Offer help and advice to the patients relatives and friends responding to their individual needs in a caring supportive manner.
• Ensure safe use and efficient management of equipment and supplies.
• Assist in the maintenance of good order and cleanliness of the clinical area, in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Have access to and maintain computerised patient records in accordance with Trust policy.
• After training be able to use the scan track system and track/trace all medical devices used in theatre.
• Demonstrate the mandatory competencies of the Trust, attending all mandatory updates.
• Under direction of a senior colleague work in role of Theatre co-ordinator

Education and Development


The post holder is responsible for his/her personal development by attending all required mandatory updates and keeping a personal portfolio in line with their job outline and registration.

To maintain compliance to all statutory and mandatory training as defined by the organisation and service needs.

Personal


1. Demonstrate a pleasant approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship

2. Be aware of one's own limitations, maintain confidentiality and adherence to Trust policies and procedures

Environment Support:


1. Be responsible for self and others through identifying risks and undertaking work activities in a safe manner.

2. Maintain cleanliness in the work environment, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients, adhering to infection prevention control policies and guidance in line with Trust health and safety policies.

3. Undertake cleaning of equipment/environment as per Trust policy.

4. Reports all accidents and complaints according to the agreed policy to shift coordinator or senior staff.

5. Contributes to the continuous improvement of services.

6. Undertake all training required to perform duties effectively to the requirements of the post, including but not limited to attending all required mandatory training courses.

7. Demonstrates the agreed set of values and accountable for own attitude and behaviour.

Person specification


Qualifications


Essential criteria

  • Operating department Practitioner or First level Registered Nurse.
  • Anaesthetic qualification
  • Diploma level education in relevant practice.
  • Evidence of on going professional development

Desirable criteria

  • Working towards Degree.
  • Mentorship and Assessment Course.
  • C&G 730

Experience


Essential criteria

  • Able to demonstrate leadership
  • Experience in the use of technical equipment and medical devices

Skills


Essential criteria

  • High level of physical skills.
  • Dexterity and accuracy when using medical devices and assisting procedures.
  • Organisational skills.
  • Verbal, written and communication skills.
  • Able to plan and prioritise workload
  • Ability to problem solve technical issues
  • Computer skills.

Knowledge


Essential criteria

  • Specialist knowledge of Surgical theatre practice.
  • Knowledge of current nursing issues.

Desirable criteria

  • Surgical oncology

Other


Essential criteria

  • To have a flexible and committed approach to work.
  • To take part in On Call rota
  • Able to deal with information of a highly sensitive and confidential nature.
  • Able to work efficiently and calmly under pressure.
  • Working conditions include exposure to bodily fluids, no natural sunlight, foul linen, cytotoxic waste
The closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.

We want to ensure that everyone who works at the Christie or uses our services is welcomed, valued and treated with dignity and respect. The Christie values diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all and fair representation across the organisation at all levels. In support of these commitments, we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority people and people with disabilities for this post. Appointment will be only on merit.

We are committed to creating a balanced and diverse workforce. As such we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Together we will foster inclusion and tackle inequity and health inequalities in cancer care.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy

All positions within the Christie are subject to the receipt of satisfactory written references, medical clearance and evidence of your Right to Work in the UK. Some roles will require a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Please note if you are successfully appointed to a post with this Trust, you will be required to pay for your own DBS Disclosure.

By applying for this post you are agreeing to The Christie NHS Foundation Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system. If you are offered a job information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system. Please note, all communication regarding your application will be made via email, please ensure you check your junk/spam folders as emails are sometimes filtered there.

If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, I regret that on this occasion your application will have been unsuccessful.

The Inter-Authority Transfer (IAT) process is a critical and beneficial component of ESR and will form part of the recruitment process. In the event that you are successful following interview your previous NHS employment data, if applicable will be transferred from your current / most recent employer.

Overseas candidates wishing to apply for this position and who would require immigration sponsorship, may wish to self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the post on the UKVI website.

You should be aware the Trust operates a No Smoking Policy and therefore employees are not permitted to smoke at work.

Employer certification / accreditation badges


Applicant requirements


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.

Documents to download


  • Job Description (PDF, 288.4KB)
  • The Christie Values and Behaviours (PDF, 919.5KB)
  • Strategy Brochure (PDF, 1.0MB)
  • Trust Membership - Christie Talent (PDF, 23.0KB)
  • Travel to The Christie (PDF, 3.8MB)


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