Overview
RCHT is a large general hospital with 16 theatres, including integrated suites for laparoscopic surgery. We are expanding with a new women’s and children’s wing. Our specialties include Trauma, CEPOD, Upper and Lower GI, Bariatrics, Paediatrics, Vascular, Gynaecology / Gynae Oncology, ENT and Maxillofacial, Ophthalmology and Maternity. We are a diverse team that works round the clock to support the community of Cornwall plus visitors.
As a unit we recognise the need to ensure peri-operative patients are cared for by professionals with the appropriate specialist knowledge and skill set to assess, implement and evaluate related care interventions. You must demonstrate good communication skills and work closely with all members of the multi-disciplinary team while meeting the person specification.
We value, nurture and reward our talent and offer a welcoming and supportive working environment. We promote a culture of healthy work life balance with opportunities to progress. This role is expected to fulfil expectations as Theatre Scrub Practitioner predominantly in General Theatres.
Role and Responsibilities
* To work as a skilled member of the theatres team, providing knowledgeable assistance to operating surgeons and surgical teams during the full intraoperative pathway.
* To deliver high quality patient care and the management of patients during procedures performed under general, regional and local anaesthetic.
* To develop skills and specialty-based knowledge to support surgical practice in Theatres following rotation plan in Theatres.
* To provide a high standard of compassionate patient-centred care.
* To lead and supervise the work of other qualified and unqualified staff within the team.
* To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team.
* To be able to take charge of the given shift for a surgical operating list and a group of patients in the absence of senior nursing staff, as deemed appropriate by the Person-in-charge or Clinical Matron.
About Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people – a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during peak times. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.
We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School. The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.
Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop our clinical services and facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally. We are a research-active organisation. The established South West Clinical School in Cornwall promotes clinical academic career opportunities for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals interested in research and evidence-based activities.
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