Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Clinical

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised patient care through appropriate frameworks, underpinned by the trust values
• Assist members of the team in the co-ordination of clinical activities
• Use clinical standards to participate in the process of monitoring the quality of care delivered. Act to ensure that perioperative practice is of the highest standard, in line with trust and CQC standards
• Supply and/or administer medication safely in line with the trust medicines policy
• Assess and support patients with adherence and understanding of their care within the perioperative environment
• Assist with the evaluation of care and initiate any action required, for example liaising with the multidisciplinary team as appropriate
• Review the effectiveness of the care provided, and initiate any action that may be required.
• Undertake all reasonable and relevant clinical or non-clinical functions commensurate with their banding
• Recognise and act on situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of patients, self and colleagues
• Co-ordinate and support other members of the team
• Investigate and report accidents, incidents and losses. Also providing initial support for the members of staff or patient involved, in line with trust policy
• Take on extra duties/ responsibilities as delegated and agreed by senior team leaders, within their capability/ limitations
• Work as an integral member of the theatre team to perform all the tasks of a specialist registered ODP/ Anaesthetic nurse, assisting and supporting the anaesthetist to deliver high quality General, Local and Regional anaesthesia to the patients. Not only in the theatre suites but across the entire trust, including; Endoscopy, Interventional Radiology and MRI. Also to be a key member of the emergency response team across the trust in delivering high quality acute emergency care.
• To be responsible for the safe checking and use of complex theatre equipment, including but not limited to; Anaesthetic machines and monitoring, Videolaryngoscopy and bronchoscopy equipment.

Professional

• In partnership with other professionals in the multidisciplinary team, provide high quality, individualised, evidence based care. This process should include relevant risk assessments, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care in accordance with trust policies
• To be fully conversant with all types of anaesthesia/ pain control in adults undertaken in the clinical area and act as a knowledge base for junior staff
• To act as a patient advocate in line with current NHS policy and to actively apply in depth knowledge of holistic/ socio-economic and cultural aspects of the care to patients within your specific specialty, acting as a role model and resource for patients, relatives and staff
• To have continuing responsibility for the provision of a suitable, clean, uncluttered and safe environment for the physical and psychological wellbeing of both patients and staff. Identifying clinical risks and reporting them in line with the trust policy
• Maintain professional behaviour at all times and promote a positive image of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital Foundation Trust at all times, in line with Trust Values
• Participate in the setting of standards for perioperative practice and care involving the multidisciplinary team
• Practice in accordance with, and aware of your responsibilities under the HCPC/NMC code of professional conduct and other appropriate guidelines from your registering body
• Understand and practice in accordance with Trust and department policies and procedures, and ensure they are understood and practised by staff
• Maintain a safe working environment recognising the health and safety requirements of patients, visitors and staff
• Ensure all strategies, policies and protocols relating to infection control are implemented and monitored and that appropriate and timely action is taken in response to ensuring the prevention of control of infection
• Protects patient confidentiality and acts according to the Data Protection Act
• Maintain clear and accurate documentation in line with unit and Trust standard
• Be aware of Clinical Governance and the impact it has on patient care
• Understand local audit processes and take opportunities to initiate local audit and participate in Trust audits locally.
• Participate in the ordering and maintenance of adequate stock level in an effective manner
• Work with members of the team in implementing a quality approach to service provision, in line with Trust quality care standards.
• Report all complaints, incidents or accidents to the Nurse in charge and take appropriate action
• Work shift patterns and weekends to suit the needs of service delivery
• The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision, maintaining a safe working environment at all times for both patients and staff

Education and Development

• Be responsible for, and demonstrate personal professional development, maintain up to date clinical skills and ensure mandatory training is always current.
• Be aware of current developments within the ODP/Nursing profession in relation to the perioperative setting and within the NHS
• Participate in team and ward meetings
• Participate in established research projects and clinical audit in local area
• Assist in on-going development of the department as a positive learning environment
• Ensure own appraisal is always in date and personal development plan is completed.
• Work in a supportive way with learners and junior staff, providing knowledge and feedback as required.
• Participate in local teaching sessions.
• To actively engage and promote professional development within the team by mentoring students and newly qualified staff with the support of senior colleagues.

 Management and Leadership

• Supervise under the direction of the Lead ODP/Nurse in Charge, the work of unqualified staff.
• Co-Ordinate the team in the absence of the Band 6 or 7 nurses, if senior enough to do so.
• Demonstrate effective time management and prioritization of workload.
• Take an active role in the induction and orientation of new staff
• Take responsibility for the teaching and education of pre and post registration students acting as a preceptor or mentor as appropriate
• Demonstrate leadership and teaching skills in the supervision development and feedback of junior staff
• Demonstrate procedures and supervise junior staff and students in the practice of new skills
• Have an awareness of cost implications and assist in the management of resources within the clinical area e.g. equipment, supplies

Communication and relationship Building

• Know and utilize Trust values in all working relationships to patients, carers and staff.
• Demonstrate good leadership skills and ensure that communication is effective between the patient, relatives and members of the multidisciplinary team,
• Ensure communication is used effectively in the interests of patient care, including the use of clinical incident reporting if necessary.
• Communicate handover of care in a professional manner.
• Demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in dealing with patients/ visitors/relatives and colleagues, maintaining good customer relations and recognising individuality and rights for each patient in line with Trust values.
• Work cohesively with all members of the team in ensuring that the very best services to patients are provided at all times
• Work effectively within a multi-racial and cultural environment

 Other

• It is your responsibility to familiarise and read all required policies and procedures and to know how to gain access to copies

 General

Covid-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for this role, unless an exemption applies. The successful applicant may have contact with vulnerable service users and we will therefore seek proof of being fully vaccinated during the recruitment process.

This job description may be subject to change according to the varying needs of the service. Such changes will be made after discussion between the post holder and his/her manager.

 All duties must be carried out under supervision or within Trust policy and procedure. You must never undertake any duties that are outside your area of skill or knowledge level. If you are unsure you must seek clarification from a more senior member of staff.