Recovery Team Leader - Plymouth, United Kingdom - University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

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Plymouth, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 team leader to join our lovely recovery team.

The post holder must be an enthusiastic and positive individual, with a 'can do' attitude and demonstrable experience in post anaesthetic recovery.

The recovery team currently covers 3 different 1st stage recovery areas, and it is also involved in admission and discharge of day of surgery patients.

The main specialities covered include Urology, ENT, Plastics, Maxillo-facial, renal transplants, Obs&Gynae, Robotic surgery, General Surgery, Community Dental, etc.

As a team we are dedicated to delivering high quality care for our patients and currently have an exciting and ongoing programme for improvement, which allows us to constantly review our practice and perioperative pathways.

Our pathways are developed in consultation with patients and users of this service.

In addition, we have a team of dedicated Perioperative Clinical Educators who work alongside the teams in practice, ensuring that the theatre teams are supported and remain current in perioperative practices.

Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.

As Band 6, the post holder will be required to work in recovery, admission and discharge and in partnership with other teams within the Theatre Central cluster.

The Trust is a 24 hour major trauma centre and successful applicants to the Team Leader post will require a flexible approach to the rostering system and will be expected to participate in the on call rota, as well as covering weekend activity.

Previous applicants need not apply

PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Be responsible for the day-to-day workload planning including reviewing off duty, stores and stock control, reflecting the need to utilise all resources effectively and to meet budgetary constraints. Actively encourage budgetary awareness within designated recovery area.
Demonstrate a commitment to evidence-based practice and clinical excellence and play an active part in the introduction of this evidence to improve patient centred care and service delivery. Promotion of continuous quality improvements.
Undertake research and clinically lead the audit process.
Participate in risk management and Clinical Governance issues within designated area reporting any untoward incidences to Senior Team Leader
Maintain accurate staff sickness records liaising with the theatre cluster team leader any areas of concern. Carry out return to work and exit interviews.
Conduct annual staff appraisals and develop staff personal development plans for Band 5,4,3 and Band 2 staff within area of responsibility ensuring staff development needs are met in line with Agenda for Change and the Knowledge and Skills framework.
Provide a supportive working environment for staff in area of responsibility ensuring opportunities for further development and education are identified to the team leader.
Assist as a panel member in recruitment and selection.
To update and facilitate induction programmes for new staff members in area of responsibility.
Support the Perioperative Team leader in ensuring that staffing establishments and skill mix are appropriate for clinical demands.
Take responsibility for clinical standards and ensure that theatre procedures and protocols are followed i.e. infection control, theatre dress policy etc.
Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the service.
Be responsible for ensuring the recovery rooms are cleaned and maintained to a (high) standard.
Responsible for maintaining a safe environment, conducive to high patient and staff morale, achieved by leadership, personal example and involvement in the activities of the department.
Act as Mentor/Facilitator for their team, offering advice, guidance and support as appropriate.
Utilise clinical expertise and academic knowledge to act as a resource for members of the team and other health care professionals.
To provide a flexible approach to duty rosters and undertake any duties required to fulfil the needs of the service.
The post holder is required to be available for on-call duties, weekends, night duty and late shifts on a rostered basis and under negotiation, so ensuring the 24-hour emergency service is maintained.