Overview
Participate in the monitoring of standards of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Participate in direct care needs of patients, providing expert knowledge of all clinical specialities and acting as a role model.
Responsibilities
* Participate in audit and monitoring accurate documentation in accordance with Trust policy, NMC and HPC guidelines.
* Be competent in facilitating an emergency service covering all specialties provided within the department, during elective and non-elective periods.
* Ensure the safe administration of drugs in accordance with Trust Policy, and NMC and HPC guidelines.
* Ensure that all procedures and techniques are carried out in accordance with local competencies and agreed policies and standards.
* Ensure rights, dignity and confidentiality of the patient are protected at all times.
* Act as patient advocate in all matters relating to his/her care, treatment and welfare.
* Check on departmental cleanliness and, where necessary, assist other members of the team in the preparation, clearing and cleaning of the operating suite and equipment before, during and after operating.
About the Role and Site
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for the position of Theatre Practitioner for Anaesthetics and Recovery for the Bishop Auckland Hospital Surgical Hub. We are a growing, dynamic hub delivering high quality orthopaedic, general, gynaecology, plastic, and dental surgery. Our mission is to work together to improve the lives of the community we proudly serve.
These posts are non-rotational. We welcome applications from passionate, motivated individuals across a range of clinical and support roles who are committed to delivering outstanding patient care.
Requirements and Benefits
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
We provide hospital services from two acute sites – Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale, as well as over 80 other community-based settings and care in patients\' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
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