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To act as a specialist recovery practitioner, supporting patients post operatively covering services such as elective surgery, emergency and maternity.

Is accountable for the provision, organisation and delivery of patient care within the sphere of responsibility and assessed competencies.  The post holder will provide and assist with the development of safe patient care post operatively, working across the Bedford NHS Trust Theatres/Maternity and community trust in the laser unit, OMF, MRI, and assist in acute pain management. He/she also provides effective mentorship and supervision, participating in the education and training of nursing staff. To ensure safe, efficient timely individualised care is delivered in line with local and national targets.

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Key Duties

• Work as a skilled member of the recovery team, carrying out nursing duties within the recovery area, and providing the highest standard of patient care.
• Develop and maintain clinical skills and knowledge necessary to provide holistic, evidence based nursing care.
• Participate in the monitoring and maintenance of standards in accordance with the Clinic policies and procedures, as well as maintain custody and checking of controlled drugs daily.
• Communicate effectively and responsibly at all times with colleagues within the multi-disciplinary setting.
• Maintain accurate and legible written and electronic records of care, ensuring that the safety, privacy and dignity of the patient is maintained at all times

Skills & Experience

• RGN / ODP qualified practitioner (NMC or HCPC registration)..
• Understanding of the post-operative needs of patients and customers.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work under pressure and flexibly as part of a team.
• Highly motivated individual who is Punctual, adaptable and continually maintains a professional image.

 

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton.  Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.

It is an exciting time to join the newly formed Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We run two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Our 7,500 staff provide high quality care for a growing population of around 700,000 across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas.

 

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. Travel between hospital sites may be required. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.