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* Fixed term until 31/03/2026**
We are seeking highly motivated ODPs / Nurses to join our near fully established team.
Our Ward/PACU areas provide patient focused, high quality care to patients in the pre & post-operative phase of their treatment. The Day Surgery Unit at Harrogate District Hospital is an outstanding, ACSA accredited department that offers a bespoke training package for all new starters.
With fantastic career progression and the unique opportunity for both practitioners and nurses to work across the Ward and PACU, the successful candidate will be supported to thrive in a department that caters for multiple specialities across both adult and paediatric services.
You will need to be a Registered Nurse or ODP, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You must also be prepared to have a flexible approach to duties to meet the needs of the service.
Admitting patients and preparing them for theatre. First stage recovery takes place in the post anaesthetic care unit, this includes airway management. Second stage recovery takes place in the ward area. Receive handover of the patient and commence post operative care. Perform nurse led discharges.
The successful candidate will be expected to work in both the PACU and ward area in day surgery. Competency based training will be provided in both areas.
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.
At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you’re looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients’ lives, HDFT could be the place for you!
We Offer Colleagues
* A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
* Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
* Employee Support and wellbeing – we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.
Please Note
* Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
* Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
* Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Lorraine Groves Job title: Speciality Lead Email address: lorraine.groves2@nhs.net Telephone number: 01423 559470
William Griffiths
Speciality lead
01423 559470
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