Theatres Recovery & Anaesth Dept
Theatres Anaes & Crit Care Dir
Surgery
Band 5 - permanent (36 hours per week)
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) to join our friendly Theatre team as an Anaesthetics and Recovery Practitioner.
The successful candidate will support patients through the anaesthetic and recovery phases of their surgical journey, providing safe, high-quality, patient-centred care across a range of specialties. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure excellent clinical outcomes and a positive patient experience.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your perioperative skills within a supportive environment committed to professional development and continuous learning.
Some of the duties include:
Deliver a high standard of patient care, ensuring all procedures and treatments are carried out in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
Take charge of sessions as required , organising day‑to‑day duties for the allocated area in line with the direction of the Specialty Manager/Team Leader and within scope of competence.
Liaise with medical staff, departments, and senior nursing staff to maintain the smooth running of services.
Ensure appropriate staff are informed of any changes to procedures, operating lists, or departmental requirements.
Provide clear information to patients, relatives, and ward staff, ensuring all required documentation is completed accurately.
Check and control drugs in accordance with relevant legislation and Trust policy.
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of “excellent health care, improved health for all”. We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
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Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
