Senior Team Leader
NHS Jobs Plymouth
Key Dimensions: Responsible for ensuring all staff work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct /HPC Professional Guidelines. To identify and implement service improvements to enhance clinical care and maximise theatre efficiency and utilisation.
To provide management and clinical input across Theatres, using a problem solving approach to resolve or prevent operational incidents. Provide leadership and direction for all staff within area of responsibility and across theatres, encouraging an environment that stimulates initiative and motivates staff.
Provision of clinical nursing and managerial expertise in all aspects of peri-operative care. To actively maintain a 25% clinical and 75% managerial/leadership role within the designated theatre speciality group. To act as Duty Senior for Perioperative clinical areas on a regular basis.
To deputise for the Matron as required. To work with the Theatre Matron on improvement and initiatives. Responsible for all budgetary and staffing issues within designated area. Responsible for procurement of supplies and equipment within designated area.
Post holder should proactively engage with Procurement and Logistics and positively support, champion Theatre Non Pay spend reduction activity in designated area. To work with stores team on stock management initiatives Review the daily staffing levels and skill-mix as required and lead initiatives to recruit, select and retain staff.
Actively manage sickness and absence in accordance with Trust and Directorate policies, seeking guidance and facilitation from the Clinical Services Manager and HR as appropriate. Conduct annual staff appraisal and personal development programmes to ensure effective succession planning and identification of staff development needs.
Clearly define staff roles and responsibilities. Set and agree objectives for staff at their annual performance appraisal. Ensure accurate personnel records are kept including annual and study leave, sickness absence and appraisal. Review as necessary staffing establishment and skill mix within own area in line with current clinical case mix.
Participate in the implementation of Risk Management and Clinical Governance strategies. Proactive management of infection control and environmental cleanliness across area of responsibility. To maintain equipment maintenance logs for theatre resources and to arrange appropriate access for Estates/MEMS staff to perform planned or adhoc maintenance and repairs.
Identification of future replacement equipment as necessary. To maintain equipment training records for all grades of staff. Facilitate and develop creative new ways of working to improve service delivery in conjunction with the Directorate management team.
Responsible for effective patient data entry (either manually or electronically) ensuring accuracy for whole cluster. The post holder is required to be available for on call duties and flexible shifts (including weekend working, night duty and late shifts) as required to meet the needs of the service.
Undertake duties, adhoc or special projects in conjunction with the Directorate Manager/Clinical Services Manager commensurate with the grade of this post. OTHER Physical effort: There is a frequent requirement for sitting or standing in a restricted position for long periods of time whilst performing the scrub nurse or anaesthetic practitioner role or when seated at PC or desk.
There is a frequent requirement for light physical effort for short periods of time; this involves manual handling of patients and inanimate loads. Mental effort There is a frequent requirement for concentration where the work pattern is unpredictable.
Operational and staff demands are of an unpredictable nature. Emotional effort There is occasional exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances both when dealing with patients and staff. Working conditions There is frequent exposure to highly unpleasant working conditions.
Exposure to bodily fluids and foul linen is common. All Job Holders are required to Work to the Trust values - Put patients first, Take ownership, Respect others, Be positive, Listen, learn and improve. Adhere to Trust policies and procedures, e.g. Health and Safety at Work, Equal Opportunities etc.
Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, participate in appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff development and training. Attend statutory, essential and mandatory training.
Respect the confidentiality of all matters relating to their employment and other members of staff. All members of staff are required to comply with the requirements of the UK Data Protection Act 2018/UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) or Data Protection legislation Comply with the Corporate Governance structure in keeping with the principles and standards set out by the Trust.
Comply with the codes of professional conduct set out by the professional body of which registration is required for the post. Ensure they are familiar with the Risk Management Framework, follow policies, procedures and safe systems of work, make known any hazards or risks that they identify and take all necessary actions to reduce risk.
Ensure the welfare and safety of children within their care. This includes staff who come into contact with children and families in the course of their work as well as those staff who have a specific role with children and families. Ensure they attend Child Protection training at the appropriate level within the specified time frame.
Staff must comply with Safeguarding Policies and Procedures in order to promote safeguarding and prevent abuse to vulnerable people using Trust services. Maintain the prevention and control of infection and fully comply with all current Trust Infection Control policies and procedures.
Take responsibility for any records that they create or use in the course of their duties, in line with the Public Records Act and be aware that any records created by an employee of the NHS are public records and may be subject to both legal and professional obligations.
All Managers are responsible for Assessing risks and implementing the necessary actions to minimise these risks within their sphere of responsibility. They must also enable staff to attend the relevant statutory and essential training. Managing attendance in accordance with the Trusts Attendance Management Policy.
All Heads of Departments are responsible for Ensuring all necessary risk assessments are carried out within their division, Service Line or department in liaison with relevant sources of specialist support and expertise within the Trust. They must also ensure that the risk management process is completed appropriately.
To provide management and clinical input across Theatres, using a problem solving approach to resolve or prevent operational incidents. Provide leadership and direction for all staff within area of responsibility and across theatres, encouraging an environment that stimulates initiative and motivates staff.
Provision of clinical nursing and managerial expertise in all aspects of peri-operative care. To actively maintain a 25% clinical and 75% managerial/leadership role within the designated theatre speciality group. To act as Duty Senior for Perioperative clinical areas on a regular basis.
To deputise for the Matron as required. To work with the Theatre Matron on improvement and initiatives. Responsible for all budgetary and staffing issues within designated area. Responsible for procurement of supplies and equipment within designated area.
Post holder should proactively engage with Procurement and Logistics and positively support, champion Theatre Non Pay spend reduction activity in designated area. To work with stores team on stock management initiatives Review the daily staffing levels and skill-mix as required and lead initiatives to recruit, select and retain staff.
Actively manage sickness and absence in accordance with Trust and Directorate policies, seeking guidance and facilitation from the Clinical Services Manager and HR as appropriate. Conduct annual staff appraisal and personal development programmes to ensure effective succession planning and identification of staff development needs.
Clearly define staff roles and responsibilities. Set and agree objectives for staff at their annual performance appraisal. Ensure accurate personnel records are kept including annual and study leave, sickness absence and appraisal. Review as necessary staffing establishment and skill mix within own area in line with current clinical case mix.
Utilise clinical expertise and academic knowledge to act as a resource for members of the team and other health care professionals offering advice, guidance and support as appropriate. Responsible for the clinical supervision of junior nursing staff and act as an exemplary role model to junior colleagues Provide a supportive working and learning environment for staff across area of responsibility that offers opportunities for further education, training and professional development.
Maintain a safe working environment at all times, ensure risk assessments are performed when required and that staff are aware of their responsibilities regarding health & safety issues. Responsible for proactive reporting and investigation of untoward incidents and complaints according to Trust policy and implementing corrective follow-up actions as required.Participate in the implementation of Risk Management and Clinical Governance strategies. Proactive management of infection control and environmental cleanliness across area of responsibility. To maintain equipment maintenance logs for theatre resources and to arrange appropriate access for Estates/MEMS staff to perform planned or adhoc maintenance and repairs.
Identification of future replacement equipment as necessary. To maintain equipment training records for all grades of staff. Facilitate and develop creative new ways of working to improve service delivery in conjunction with the Directorate management team.
Responsible for effective patient data entry (either manually or electronically) ensuring accuracy for whole cluster. The post holder is required to be available for on call duties and flexible shifts (including weekend working, night duty and late shifts) as required to meet the needs of the service.
Undertake duties, adhoc or special projects in conjunction with the Directorate Manager/Clinical Services Manager commensurate with the grade of this post. OTHER Physical effort: There is a frequent requirement for sitting or standing in a restricted position for long periods of time whilst performing the scrub nurse or anaesthetic practitioner role or when seated at PC or desk.
There is a frequent requirement for light physical effort for short periods of time; this involves manual handling of patients and inanimate loads. Mental effort There is a frequent requirement for concentration where the work pattern is unpredictable.
Operational and staff demands are of an unpredictable nature. Emotional effort There is occasional exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances both when dealing with patients and staff. Working conditions There is frequent exposure to highly unpleasant working conditions.
Exposure to bodily fluids and foul linen is common. All Job Holders are required to Work to the Trust values - Put patients first, Take ownership, Respect others, Be positive, Listen, learn and improve. Adhere to Trust policies and procedures, e.g. Health and Safety at Work, Equal Opportunities etc.
Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, participate in appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff development and training. Attend statutory, essential and mandatory training.
Respect the confidentiality of all matters relating to their employment and other members of staff. All members of staff are required to comply with the requirements of the UK Data Protection Act 2018/UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) or Data Protection legislation Comply with the Corporate Governance structure in keeping with the principles and standards set out by the Trust.
Comply with the codes of professional conduct set out by the professional body of which registration is required for the post. Ensure they are familiar with the Risk Management Framework, follow policies, procedures and safe systems of work, make known any hazards or risks that they identify and take all necessary actions to reduce risk.
Ensure the welfare and safety of children within their care. This includes staff who come into contact with children and families in the course of their work as well as those staff who have a specific role with children and families. Ensure they attend Child Protection training at the appropriate level within the specified time frame.
Staff must comply with Safeguarding Policies and Procedures in order to promote safeguarding and prevent abuse to vulnerable people using Trust services. Maintain the prevention and control of infection and fully comply with all current Trust Infection Control policies and procedures.
Take responsibility for any records that they create or use in the course of their duties, in line with the Public Records Act and be aware that any records created by an employee of the NHS are public records and may be subject to both legal and professional obligations.
All Managers are responsible for Assessing risks and implementing the necessary actions to minimise these risks within their sphere of responsibility. They must also enable staff to attend the relevant statutory and essential training. Managing attendance in accordance with the Trusts Attendance Management Policy.
All Heads of Departments are responsible for Ensuring all necessary risk assessments are carried out within their division, Service Line or department in liaison with relevant sources of specialist support and expertise within the Trust. They must also ensure that the risk management process is completed appropriately.
Note This job description is neither definitive nor exhaustive and is not intended to be totally comprehensive. It may be reviewed in the light of changing circumstances following consultation with the post holder. This job description is to be read in conjunction with all current Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust policies, procedures & guidelines
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