THEATRE STAFF NURSE

Hours 37.5 per week however negotiable for the right candidate.

Salary dependent on experience

Are you looking for the perfect opportunity to escape shifts and pay scales, and work Monday-Friday with a very competitive salary?

An opportunity has arisen for a Theatre Staff Nurse with a minimum of one year’s experience to join the team in our well-established Day Surgery Units.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated individual, with excellent communication and organisational skills. Opportunities will be given for continued professional development. The successful candidate will be working as part of an enthusiastic team, striving to provide quality care, and continuously improving and developing services.

If you think that you have the relevant skills and experience, and want to be involved in first class healthcare as a pivotal key member, please apply.

Job summary

To assist the theatre team in the management and delivery of all aspects of patient care needs and the implementation and evaluation of care within the operating theatres.

To assist with development and maintenance of safe and effective standards of care using research and evidence-based practice.

To participate in education within a positive learning environment and deputise for theatre sisters.

Main duties of the job

• To carry out clinical activities in accordance with unit policy.
• To act as a role model, offering leadership to co-ordinate, motivate and support team members.
• To assist in the implementation and monitoring of standards, participating in clinical procedures and taking any necessary action to promote safe and competent practice.
• To develop leadership skills to create a suitable and safe environment for a happy, efficient and coordinated team.
• To ensure theatre equipment is clean, in safe working order and adequately/appropriately stocked with supplies and pharmacy.
• To accept responsibility for the safe storage, checking, witnessing and administration of controlled drugs and medicines in accordance with unit policy.
• Maintain and record accurate and appropriate clinical records of patients’ treatment and condition.
• Identify clinical problems or needs and liaise with members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Anticipate and observe for possible complications of treatment.
• Responsible for maintaining and updating clinical skills; maintaining an up-to-date professional portfolio.
• Ensure department documentation is completed as required.
• Assist with control and requisition of supplies.
• To be cost aware and assist in critically examining practice and procedures.
• To be aware of and implement relevant guidelines associated with this sphere of nursing.
• To participate in the evaluation of new supplies and equipment.
• To participate in the appraisal system.
• To assist in reviewing and updating unit policies.
• Liaise with consultants and act in a co-operative and professional manner
• Actively participate in quality assurance audit.
• Attend and contribute to staff meetings.
• Assist with induction and training of new and temporary staff in accordance with unit policy.
• Promote a positive learning environment, sharing knowledge and encouraging application of research with the clinical environment.
• Participate in the strategic development of the unit through contribution to new practices and policy initiatives.
• Any other duties deemed suitable by the manager as appropriate to the role.

This job description is an outline of the role and responsibilities. From time to time due to the needs of the service, we may ask you to undertake other duties that are consistent with your role / band. Details and emphasis may change, but this would be in consultation with you and in line with the needs of your work area.

Requirements

UK Right to Work (we are unable to sponsor visa applications)

NMC Registration

One year’s experience in theatre nursing

Benefits

• Cross-site Travel Expenses Paid
• NHS Blue light card
• Pluxee Discounts Platform
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle Benefit Scheme
• Christmas Vouchers
• Social Events
• In-house Training and Development
• Automatic enrolment into a pension scheme and the option to enroll into the company pension scheme after successful completion of 6-month probation
• Paid sickness after 6 month’s probation

Overview of the organisation

Epsomedical is an independent hospital group focused on elective (not emergency) care. We are not part of any NHS Trust or private hospital group, but have developed as a local provider for Surrey and SW London with units in Epsom and Cobham. Our mission is to show that high standards are possible for NHS hospital care. Your employment will require you to undertake duties on behalf of any Epsomedical Group company and at any Epsomedical establishment.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: £36,000.00-£39,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Financial planning services
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Sick pay
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:

• NMC Registration (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 18/04/2025
Reference ID: EPSOTSN