Senior Registered Nurse/Perioperative Practitioner

This Operating Department Practitioner post is based at a well known hospital in central London. There are 14 operating theatres. A wide variety of procedures are performed and include urgent, emergency and even robotic surgery. This position would suit a theatre practitioner who is highly motivated, dynamic and looking for an exciting challenge. This is a Band 6 post. Particulary valued are good leadership skills and a willingness to support and develop staff. A post registration course in an area related to theatre/operating room would be considered very favourably. Job Details In summary, the theatre practitioner works closely with the ward manager and multidisciplinary team members. The position also deputises for Team Leader in the management of the clinical area. Imevitably this will involve dealing with complex situations and taking action in emergency or unforseen situations. The ODP/Senior Nurse provides specialist advice and support and facilitates a high quality and individualised care for the patient. This can be without supervision or along withte multi-disciplinary team Qualifications Registered Nurse. Registered Operating Deparment Practitioner At least 12 months at pay band 5 within a relevant speciality Experience of supervising junior staff Evidence of conyinuing profesional development Good communication skills Skills/Experience Experience of supervising junior staff Evidence of continuing profesional development Good communication skills Enthusiastic and punctual Ability to work under pressure Assertive attitude Benefits Affordable accommodation The NHS Trust has a dedicated accommodation team to help new and existing staff find suitable housing. There is some accommodation for staff available on-site at Charing Cross Hospital and Hammersmith Hospital. The hospital has developed innovative ways of assisting its healthcare professionals: ownership schemes and interest-free loans. There are many new schemes aimed at helping key workers such as NHS staff find more affordable rent or buy options. Annual leave All staff are entitled to annual leave and bank holiday leave. Staff employed under the NHS Agenda for Change pay system are entitled to 27 days annual leave, increasing to 29 days after five years’ employment and 33 days after ten years. The Trust also offers a very generous maternity benefits package, as well as supporting staff unable to work due to sickness or injury.

Key Points Based: London Salary: £28K - £37K Contract: Permanent - Full Time Start Date: Immediate If you have the appropriate experience and find this opportunity of interest then please give the Adevia UK team a call on 0870 033 0500 or 0208 400 6280 or register your details now

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