Nursing Excellence in the Operating Theatre
We require an exceptional Theatre Nurse to join our team in delivering high-quality patient care in the operating theatre suite. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert nursing care to patients undergoing surgery.
Primary Duties:
* To prepare the operating room for all elective scheduled procedures, ensuring that all equipment and instruments are in good working order.
* To supervise the nursing practice of less experienced staff members of the nursing team and participate in the educational aspects of that practice.
* To be aware of the multifaceted needs of theatre patients and provide a holistic support service for them and their families.
* To prepare patients for endoscopy procedures under sedation or general anaesthesia, maintaining the principles of aseptic techniques throughout.
* To ensure that controlled drug records are kept in accordance with standard recognised legal and professional practice.
Qualifications & Experience:
* A relevant Theatre qualification is advantageous, but not essential.
* Basic Life Support Training is a must.
* At least 2 years' experience in Theatre Nursing is required.