Anaesthetic Practitioner/ODP (Band 5) Theatre

• To carry out in a responsible and efficient way, the nursing care for patients which have beendrawn up in conjunction with the co-ordinator of the shift.
• As a member of the theatre team to perform all the tasks of a registered theatre nurse/ODP including resuscitation, scrub and circulation following all checks and procedures as laid down inNational and Trust theatre policy. The post holder is expected to carry out all the relevant forms of care without direct supervision and is required to demonstrate procedures, supervise underqualified staff whilst maintaining a safe working environment.
• To be responsible for the safe use of complex scrub equipment (diathermy, laparoscopic etc) To demonstrate sound knowledge base of safe decontamination processes and practices, particularlyrelating to the safe decontamination of flexible scopes and sterilisation of instruments.
• Support senior staff and multidisciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining excellent clinical standards of clinical practice and staff development as part of the theatre team.
• Provide high quality, individualised, evidence-based care to patients/clients and relatives/carersin collaboration with the multi-professional team, in line with the local and national targets.
• To be responsible for continuing professional development.
• To develop an understanding of managing a shift with the guidance of the Ward/Departmental Sister/Charge Nurse.

• To support the effective utilisation of resources effectively and to ensure that safe staffing levels are maintained for within the department.
• Work in partnership with theatre staff to ensure that care, treatment and service needs are met, ensuring a standard approach to the delivery of excellent patient care.
• Provide evidence-based information and support to other departments as appropriate, following consultation with members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• To take part in the out of hours theatre on call rota.
• In conjunction with theatre team, monitor the quality of clinical care and partake in audits to achieve agreed standards and take the lead on customer care initiatives.
• To actively participate in the Trusts framework of clinical governance within the department area.
• Promote awareness and compliance amongst colleagues regarding Trust policies, procedures, guidelines and standards.
• To provide a suitable and safe environment for the physical, psychological and spiritual well being for staff, patients/clients and their relatives/carers.

Essential

• Commitment to personal and professional development
• Good interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise effectively with multidisciplinary team members
• Ability to demonstrate motivation
• Ability to make decisions, organise and prioritise own workload
• Evidence of commitment to customer care initiatives
• Awareness of quality issues
• Demonstrates sound clinical knowledge related to anaesthetic procedures and emergencies.