Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. We are looking for a highly motivated registered practitioner (Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner) to join our dynamic team at Princess Anne Hospital. We specialise in obstetric & gynaecology, benign & oncology services, fertility treatment, breast surgeries and pride ourselves with a multi‑disciplinary team offering services to women and newborns.
About The Team And The Department
We are a friendly unit with 4 operating theatres, which provide a 24/7 emergency service for obstetric and gynaecology conditions and elective services for obstetric, benign and oncology gynaecology and breast surgery, including reconstruction.
There is an attached Recovery and Day Surgery Unit with 6 recovery beds and 15 day‑surgery beds which are open from 7:30–10 pm.
Working for our organisation
University Hospital Southampton is one of England’s largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
We are looking for a highly skilled practitioner who has an interest in working in theatres. Previous theatre experience is desirable. Dual skills in scrub and anaesthetics will also be an advantage but not required.
Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience
Essential criteria
* Registered nurse or ODP on relevant part of the register
* Degree or equivalent experience
* Has the ability to assist in carrying out the transfer of a patient through the intraoperative phase of perioperative care, giving concise accurate handover
* Demonstrates knowledge of the skills required to support learners in practice and to create a positive learning environment
* Practises and promotes the use of evidence‑based practice
* Knowledge of current issues within acute health service
* Understanding of personal accountability
* Aptitude for caring for the anaesthetised and/or acutely unwell patient
Desirable criteria
* Experience of teaching and supporting learners in practice
* Relevant resus qualification, e.g. Immediate Life Support
* Experience of working within relevant care setting
* Specialist theatre work‑based learning course, or mentorship course, post‑qualification
* Interest in research to promote good practice
Trust Values
Essential criteria
* Patient First
* Working Together
* Always Improving
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