We are looking for a Dynamic Maternity Theatre Band 7 lead at Whipps Cross Maternity theatres. This is an ideal post for an experienced Scrub nurse, Recovery nurse or ODP/ anaesthetic Nurse.
Please contact Rachel Parker Delivery Suite MatronRachel.parker22@nhs.net
We have 2 Theatres co-located in Maternity part of Delivery Suite. There is a 3-bed recovery area and 1 separate anaesthetic room between the 2 theatres.
The post holder will be responsible for the effective and efficient operational management of the department, including budgetary awareness, clinical governance, staff development and training. The post holder will be expected to provide professional leadership within the clinical area and provide direction and inspirational leadership to all members of the multi-disciplinary team within the area for which they are accountable for.
Main duties of the jobThe post holder will be responsible for the effective and efficient operational management of the department including budgetary awareness, clinical governance, staff development and training. The post holder will be expected to provide professional leadership within the clinical area and provide direction and inspirational leadership to all members of the multi-disciplinary team within the area for which they are accountable for. The post holder will be involved in the development of protocols / guidelines and patient information.
About usBarts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe 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 below.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential - BSc/1st degree (health related) or equivalent qualification/training and experience
- Evidence of ongoing professional development in relevant area of speciality supplemented by specialist clinical, managerial training and CPD Mentorship course
- Management qualification or equivalent experience
- Intermediate Life Support Provider RN1/ RN2/ RN12 or RN Child Registered
- Nurse on the NMC register/Operating
- Department Practitioner on the HCPC register.
- To hold the appropriate level for the area of speciality.
Desirable - Experience of analysing detailed information
- Experience of conducting own projects successfully and follow through action
- Experience of ITU/ HDU nursing
- Experience in Maternity units
ExperienceEssential - Extensive experience of managing an area including management of rotas, resources, budgets and staff.
- Experience in staff / practice development including
- Undertaking appraisals and personal development plans
- Experience of audit / research based nursing practice
- Experience of resource management
- Experience of clinical supervision
Knowledge and SkillsEssential - Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
- Awareness of government led and professional issues relating to nursing / patient care
- Ability to identify patient and staff diversity issues and proactive in addressing of these in business planning and service provision
- Demonstrate an awareness of clinical governance and risk management and how this effects their role and the department
- Ability to administer prescribed medication including blood products
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong leadership and team working skills
- Computer skills including the ability to use Microsoft, Word and other health databases
- Ability to adapt staffing to changing patient need
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Ability to motivate self and others
Desirable - Ability to actively participate in and develop initiatives from the NHS Plan Ability to use and Understand
- Electronic Patient Records (EPR)
- Ability to interpret and analyse complex data and findings
OtherEssential - Ability to act as a role model
- Creative, lateral thinker
- The ability to undertake reflective thinking on own practice
- Enthusiasm / Motivation
- Good attendance Record.
- Sufficient to perform the duties of the post with any aids and adaptations
Employer detailsEmployer nameBarts Health NHS Trust
AddressWhipps Crosss
London
E11 1NR
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