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Job Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Band 5 Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) to come and join our General Scrub Team at Wrexham Maelor Hospital.
We currently have 13 theatres throughout the hospital supporting specialisms such as Orthopaedics, Colorectal, ENT, Urology, Gynaecology and Upper GI.
The successful candidate will join a dedicated, hardworking team and develop skills in both adult and children's perioperative journeys. They will also gain experience in maternity care and outlying areas such as MRI and Resus.
The post holder will work collaboratively and co-operatively with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, meeting the needs of the patient whilst under no direct supervision. Assist in the management and organisation of clinical and satellite areas, implementing improvements to working practices as identified by audit/clinical trials. Participate in the education and development of other staff members and students.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of evidence‑based patient care. Clinical expertise is utilised during all phases of the peri‑operative period. Skilled assistance is provided in the surgical care of the patient. These skills can also be employed in other areas of Theatre, such as anaesthetics with the recognised qualification and in recovery and in other satellite areas such as X‑Ray and Obstetrics.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
BCUHB North Wales is the largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000 across North Wales. Join our team and receive the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and we are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
Person specification
Qualifications and/or knowledge
Essential criteria
* NMC/HCPC registered Operating Department Practitioner at degree level or equivalent
* Accredited level 5 certificate/module in anaesthetic care if applying for anaesthetic role
Desirable criteria
* Teaching/mentoring/assessing qualification
* Evidence of ongoing professional development
Experience
Essential criteria
* Knowledge of the role within a theatre environment
Desirable criteria
* Experience in a wide variety of clinical specialities within the operating department
Aptitude and abilities
Essential criteria
* Ability to consistently demonstrate high quality patient care
* Effective communication skills
* Ability to assume delegated responsibilities within a multi-disciplinary setting whilst recognising own dexterity limitations
* Motivation
Values
Essential criteria
* Put patients first
* Respectful of others
* Act with understanding of other people's difficulties
Other
Essential criteria
* Must be able to participate in out of hours shifts (e.g., weekends, nights)
Desirable criteria
* Able to speak Welsh
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