Theatre Team Leader - London, United Kingdom - Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

The successful post holder shall be responsible for the safe and effective running of the orthopaedic, trauma and podiatry service in the operating department.

They will work collaboratively with their team leader colleagues and the other departments to ensure a smooth flow and patient experience through the surgical pathway.

They shall deputise for the matron in their absence and it shall be expected that they have a good understanding of bigger picture thinking to maximise resources.

At Homerton we have a main theatre department containing 6 theatres and a day surgery unit with three theatres.

We have just had approval to begin work on two new operating theatres which will be situated over beside our day surgery unit.

To be a highly competent, knowledgeable, and visible practitioner within the specialty ensuring the provision of excellent, evidencebased nursing care for patients.
Support effective clinical incidents reporting, lead investigations where required ensuing where any learning is found it is embedded and shared to promote an open culture where the team feel safe to raise concerns.
Ensure that staff work in a professional manner and that you foster and enable a kind, transparent workplace where staff are proud to be part of your team.
Support and maintain a safe environment by ensuring that equipment is checked, clinical areas are prepared for patients, trust policies are adhered to, faulty equipment is reported.
To support appropriate workforce skill mix to provide the highest standard of safe care for patients
To act as an advocate for the patient ensuring the provision of appropriate information and support services.
To communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, carers, and other staff, overcoming any barriers to understanding and providing support during distressing or emotional events.
Support effective communication to ensure a safe environment for both patients and staff, taking responsibility and escalating any concerns to the relevant lead eg. IPC/Fire/Estates

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients.

In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required.

For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.