We have an exciting opportunity for an health care assistant at southend hospital. The Health Care Assistant will, under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse/ODP, assist theatre staff in delivering a safe and effective patient focused care to all service users in Theatres. It is expected that the Health Care Assistant will continue to develop their own capabilities and knowledge of nursing tasks in line with the Trust's career pathway.
* To undertake all tasks requested by the Registered Nurses and ODP's in theatres.
* Assist the theatre team in the preparation of the operating theatre.
* Help assist in the safe positioning of patients in theatre, pre-peri and post-operatively.
* Provide the theatre team with consumables and equipment, as required.
* Ensure the theatre is clean and tidy.
* Ensure adequate stock of scrub room consumables. eg: Surgical Gowns, Gloves etc.
* Remove dirty trays, linen bags and clinical waste bags after each case and ensure the theatre is ready for the next case.
* Clean theatres before and after each theatre session.
* To circulate during procedures, setting up for the list as required and taking part in instrument and final swab checks.
* Undertake equipment safety checks and trouble shoot as required.
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
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