Registered Theatre Anaesthetic / Scrub Nurse Band 5

Please see attached 2 Job descriptions for full details JD Operating Department Practitioner/Anaesthetic Nurse JD Scrub Nurse Provide high quality individualised patient care at all times.Prepare the clinical environment to meet the requirements of the operating listand anticipated work load.Take part in or lead all stages of WHO Surgical Safety Checklist prior toundertaking any procedure.Ensure the safe preparation of the patient for operative procedures.Provide skilled assistance to the anaesthetist during anaesthetic procedures asrequired within operational policies.Assist with the safe transfer and positioning of patients onto the operating table.

Act as scrubbed or circulating assistant as required, carry out checks and countson swabs, needles, instruments and equipment in accordance with Trust policies.Comply with Health and Safety, Infection Control, COSHH and AAGBIregulations, adhering to Trust and departmental policies and procedures.Ensure equipment and stock levels are maintained appropriately.To act as a trained and skilled member of the priority & trauma team.Prepare and administer prescribed drugs to patients according to Trust Policy,and monitor the effects of those drugs.Monitor, assess and implement individualised perioperative patient care,including post resuscitation and in the immediate post-operative period for level1, 2 & 3 patients.Have the ability to work unsupervised and manage own time effectively.Maintain clinical records in accordance with current guidelines.Communicate effectively with patients, colleagues and other Trust staff.Report any adverse incidents to the appropriate person and via online reportingsystem without delay and according to policy.Maintain high standards of personal and professional conduct and performancein accordance with local policy and professional code of conduct.Be adaptable in order to take on other duties as required to meet the needs of theservice, provided appropriate training given.Use Trust computer systems provided appropriate training has been given.Participate in Third Tier On-Call rota