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

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

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London, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the theatres specialising in the Urology; Ear, Nose and Throat and Maxillofacial specialities within main and day surgery theatres.

Scope of the role:

To provide clinical leadership to a designated team and ensure the provision of highquality nursing care to patients and families.
To work with the senior divisional structure including Matron and Head of Nursing to promote daily visible leadership and guidance for departmental teams
To work with team leader colleagues to facilitate the development of the all staff across the department
To provide an innovative and progressive attitude to the continual improvement of patient care through research and evidencebased practice
The post holder will be expected to work a working week which fits the service delivery whilst maintaining a visible presence in a leadership role and may be expected to take part in the rostered weekend duties being flexible in their shift patterns
There will be an expectation to coordinate shifts and have a wider picture understanding of the department

Key working relationships

Internal:

To work alongside the theatre multidisciplinary team in a professional capacity.
To work alongside other teams within the wider trust.
To communicate with patients and their families/ carers.

External:

To liaise with medical company representatives.
To liaise with hospitals and their associated teams/departments external to HUH.

The post holder will be responsible for providing skilled clinical and technical assistance as a member of the theatre team and to participate in the assessment of patient care needs and to implement and maintain the agreed standard of care.

It is expected that the post holder will be able to carry out all of the duties listed in the main duty section below.

No duties are to be undertaken by the post holder unless they have received the appropriate training. The post holder will work according to the NMC Code of Conduct and other professional guidelines

The post holder will also carry overall responsibility for the organisation and management of the operating theatre, including the supervision of students.

The Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust sits in the middle of one of the most diverse locations in the world.

We are committed to champion equality and diversity in all aspects of our employment practice and service delivery.

All employees are expected to understand and respect this commitment and work with us to promote equality and diversity in the course of their work.

All employees are required to effectively carry out their role, deliver safe care and enhance the patient experience.

The Trust believes that as a public sector organisation, we have an obligation to have recruitment, training, promotion and other formal employment policies and procedures that are sensitive to these differences.

We think that by doing so, we are better able to treat our patients as well as being a better place to work.

Living Our Values - How We at the Homerton Work

Safe

We will do everything we can to make our services as safe as possible and create a positive learning environment.

Responsibility

We will take responsibility for our actions and any problems that we

come across - we lead by example.

Personal

We will provide care which addresses individual needs and focuses on our patients, service users, their families and carers, and our staff.
We will treat others as we would expect ourselves or our families to be treated and cared for.

Respectful

We will treat others as we would expect ourselves or our families to be treated and cared for.

Main duties and responsibilities

Clinical:

To be a highly competent, knowledgeable, and visible practitioner within the specialty ensuring the provision of excellent, evidencebased nursing care for patients and their families.
Maintaining a safe environment by ensuring that equipment is checked, clinical areas are prepared for patients, trust policies are adhered to, faulty equipment is reported, clinical incidents are reported and investigated, and that staff work in a professional manner
To ensure the appropriate skill mix for patients to ensure a high and safe standard of care
Ensure that each patient is assessed, and that their care is planned, implemented, and evaluated in negotiation with the family, and that this is accurately documented.
Liaise with clinical, nonclinical and facilities staff to maintain a safe, friendly, and welcoming environment for the children, families, visitors, and staff.
To act as an advocate for the patient and family 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.
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