Robotic Theatre Lead

We are seeking to recruit a dynamic motivated registered nurse/ODP to join the Theatre team.
The successful individual will have a pivotal role in delivering Trust Objectives and ensuring that the care delivered within this specialty reflects the Trust's Vision and Values and will be leading all the Robotic surgeries for the Trust
The successful candidate must have the ability to provide positive mentoring/coaching and development to the clinical teams within all theatre specialities and act as a role model in all they do., The successful applicant will be an experienced registered Nurse/ODP with a qualification in mentorship or training, a guide in Robotic surgeries, and a good understanding of the Peri-operative Departments. If you are a dynamic, energetic, enthusiastic Nurse/ODP we would love to hear from you.
The role will focus on the provision of supporting and developing staff, setting and maintaining standards of clinical excellence, and improving outcomes and experiences for patients, families, carers as well as staff., Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
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We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
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The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Act as a role model to all members of the team.
Ensure the delivery of the highest standard of patient care, assisting the surgeon in robotic procedures by maintaining a clear and safe surgical field.
Facilitate junior members of the team with their CPD, setting goals, facilitating training opportunities, and mentoring as appropriate.
Provide a high standard of care as set out in Theatre Standards and Trust guidelines.
Ensure accurate completion of theatre records, documentation and care plans.
Assess the immediate and ongoing needs of the patient develop an individualised plan of care, in discussion with the patient and their carer or significant others as appropriate.
Develop research-based practice, quality assurance in line with the Care Standards Act 2000 and clinical audit.
Make decisions as to the most appropriate method of care for the patients, where a variety of options need to be considered as to the most suitable plan of care.
Take responsibility for the availability of surgical equipment from SSD or when it is processed off site.
Adhere to appropriate safety precautions, as established within the theatres/Clinic to minimize the risks of fire, explosion, electrical shock, contamination, accident and equipment malfunction.
Communicate regularly with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
Contribute to and participate in the development of a culture of commitment to innovation and quality improvement using research and audit.
Assist in the monitoring and maintenance of equipment used in the department and report any faults that occur to the appropriate person.
Assist in cleaning schedules, facilitating an agreed level of cleanliness for the department.
Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality care.
Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families/ carers.
Actively maintain and promote a safe theatre environment.
Ensure that good infection control practice and high standards of clinical care are given.
Plan, develop and implement approaches to promote health and wellbeing of patients and improve their health status.
Maintain an awareness of the developments in the care and treatment of patients in order to be able to carry out duties competently and efficiently.
Nursing and Midwifery Council/ Health and Care Professions Council standards.
Document the condition and progress of patients and report to medical staff and/or senior theatre staff any areas of concern.
Assist and contribute to the management and organisation of the theatre area.
As the team leader, take charge of the clinical area.
Comply with all Trust policies and risk assessments with particular regard to the policies and procedures carried out in the event of maintaining
staff and patient safety.
Provide a flexible approach to working with a variety of shifts required, including on-call and weekend shifts as needed.
As the team leader, lead by example with drive and enthusiasm, responding appropriately to the needs of patients, families and carers.
Take ultimate responsibility for ensuring the standard of the environment within his/her identified area of responsibility.
Take responsibility for assisting with the management and leadership of the theatre unit and its teams, whilst maintaining an appropriate style that maintains good morale, a team approach to work and a culture which fosters innovation and change.
Ensure faulty equipment is isolated from use, using the appropriate label, and report to a responsible person.
Set high standards of patient care for the theatre department and ensure cleanliness is maintained so that the patients experience is excellent.
Influence people and events through successful communication, negotiation and persuasion skills, especially when communicating complex or sensitive matters. Adapting communication styles/methods to ensure that the message is understood.
Constructively challenge practices as necessary, which impact on patients care and/or staff wellbeing.
Work in partnership with other senior team members to ensure the nursing strategy objectives are achieved.
As the team leader, act as a first contact point for patients, relatives and staff to address concerns and complaints.
At Northampton General Hospital we provide general acute services and hyper-acute stroke, vascular and renal services to people living in Northamptonshire. As well as this we are an accredited cancer centre and provide cancer services to a wider population of Northamptonshire and parts of Buckinghamshire.
We are proud to be the first hospital in the UK to have obtained Pathway to Excellence® designated accreditation from the American nurses credentialing centre (ANCC).
We celebrate staff achievements and value the importance of working as one big team. That's why we talk about Team NGH. It's all about working together to provide the best possible care for our patients and supporting each other to grow and develop our skills. We are driven to helping you to be the best you can be.
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities. The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative. We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
Apply today and join the largest family in Northamptonshire.