About The Role

Responsible for the management and co-ordination of all aspects of clinical and non-clinical work within the Anaesthetic service ensuring the provision and delivery of consistently high standards of care and safety in accordance with Practice Plus Group Hospital Plymouth (PPG) values, objectives, policies and legal requirements.

Responsible for the day-to-day management, budgetary control and all aspects of staffing related to the Theatre department and to support the Theatre/Deputy Managers.

This role requires the post holder to perform managerial duties but also work as part of the clinical team within the department to provide clinical leadership. The post holder is responsible for managing elective and emergency situations within the department and providing first line care as a clinical expert where appropriate.

To find out more about this position please contact [email protected].

The role has management, clinical, teaching and staff development responsibilities.

Management and leadership

To provide line management for Anaesthetic and Recovery Practitioners within the Theatre departments at PPG
To lead the Anaesthetic and Recovery team to deliver high quality patient care, ensuring that all elements of clinical care comply with relevant legislation and PPG policies and procedures
Take responsibility for the management of sickness, absence, performance and discipline of the Anaesthetic and Recovery team ensuring all departmental and PPG policies and guidelines are adhered to
Plan, prepare and amend the off duty rota for the Anaesthetic and Recovery team in collaboration with the Surgical Lead and Deputy Theatre Manager to meet the business needs of the department and the budget
Manage the ordering, maintenance and control of stock levels, along with maintaining accurate expenditure records, and delegate responsibility where appropriate
Support the Theatre Manager/Deputy Theatre Manager and act up in their absence and fulfil any management responsibilities delegated by the Theatre manager/Deputy Theatre Manager
Complete additional training for Datix to enable completion/investigation/input of all Datix reports related to Anaesthetics and Recovery.
Prioritise patient care throughout the department, taking shift leader responsibility, allocating staff and resources effectively
Effectively communicate with staff within the theatre department by holding regular staff meetings and act as conduit between the Anaesthetic and Recover team
Assist the Theatre Manager/Deputy Theatre Manager with the management of the theatre budget including ordering and maintenance of equipment, development of business cases requiring Capital Expenditure, asset verification, stock control (in liaison with pharmacy and theatre stock controller), management of staff costs
To be involved in working groups/change management programmes to improve patient safety, clinical effectiveness and/or the patient experience
To participate in the risk management strategy and ensure that all Health and Safety and COSHH requirements are met
Understand and implement PPG policies, procedures, Best Practice Guidelines and comply with CQC, AFPP and NatSSIPS guidelines
Operate an efficient and effective service that is flexible, responsive and non-discriminatory
Maintain accurate, timely and complete records, ensuring the safety and confidentiality of information at all times. Advocate reporting via Datix to ensure continual service improvement

Ensure that the cleanliness and hygiene of the Theatre department is maintained, adhering to Infection Prevention and Control policies and procedures
Ensure that equipment is handled correctly and maintained in a safe working order, reporting any defects to the Theatre Manager/Deputy Theatre Manager. Ensure all new staff are familiarised with the equipment in use in the department and are signed as competent in use
Contribute to the efficient and effective utilisation of Theatres ensuring throughput and productivity levels are achieved and ensure that Theatre schedules are well managed
Actively communicate in Management Forums, facilitate Anaesthetic and Recovery team meetings and participate in departmental meetings. Produce and circulate minutes and all relevant documentation/presentations formally and informally
Work collaboratively and in partnership with colleagues and other departments
To participate and assist in the monitoring, review and evaluation of clinical practice through clinical audit and develop action plans to address deviations
Initiate and take responsibility for reporting clinical/serious incidents, complaints and risks ensuring action is taken and lessons learnt are communicated appropriately
Take the lead role in the event of a major incident within the department
Manage conflict resolution effectively and demonstrate complex problem solving and negotiation skills
Collaborate with Theatre Manager/Deputy Theatre Manager to assist in ordering theatre lists in line with clinical need and kit availability

Clinical and Professional

Act as a patient advocate
Participate in the improvement of clinical standards, analysing key performance indicators and using the benchmarking process to effectively improve the service
Demonstrate the ability to challenge current practice, by actively promoting national guidelines and best practice, acting as a change agent where required. Support Theatre Manager/Deputy Theatre Manager to implement positive changes from updates in national guidelines and/or company policies
Develop service improvements by updating and implementing new practices and products in accordance with PPG and National guidelines and in conjunction with the Theatre Manager/Deputy Theatre Manager
Ensure all equipment and resources are available to perform procedures according to the individual needs of the patient. Also ensure all new equipment is added to the departmental asset register
Demonstrate expert knowledge and skills in specialities updating and implementing new practices when required
Ensure policies / protocols / SOP’s are adhered to, updated, monitored and maintained to continually improve patient care
Be responsible for safe handling and storage of all drugs in accordance with departmental and PPG policies
Participate in the on-call rota
Liaise with Surgical Lead in leading the preparation and checking of Theatres, making ready all equipment and instruments required for the Theatre list
Ensure the safety of patients throughout operating procedures working in partnership within the multidisciplinary team
To be proficient and up to date with Theatre policies and procedures ensuring continuous improvement in patient care developed through the use of evidence based practice
Ensure all medical device training requirements are met and updated and equipment training records are maintained for all Theatre staff
Accountable for the management and examination of equipment, repair and servicing / PAT testing of all equipment in the department
Responsible for the departmental asset register
Check that patients have made informed decisions about their anaesthesia and that consent meets legal requirements
Monitor compliance of all checklists in Anaesthetics and Recovery and ensure completion

Education and professional development

- Ensure individual and team mandatory training is up to date and fully compliant with requirements in accordance with PPG policies
- Demonstrate continuing knowledge and skill development within specialty /specialties providing enhanced and improved standards of patient care
- Show commitment to lifelong learning and promotion of a learning environment through personal example and dissemination of skills, attitude and knowledge to others
- Maintain NMC/HPCP registration and professional development in line with the expectations of the role
- To participate in and deliver training relevant for the role
- Ensure that team competencies are up to date and regularly reviewed
- To be aware of current advances in clinical care and to develop research awareness in self and others in order to improve the clinical environment
- Assist with orientation, induction and foundation training for all new staff as well as the mentorship programme
- Promote and demonstrate innovative practice, implementing changes as required
- Complete annual appraisals (PCRs) for the Anaesthetic and Recovery team and agree a personal development plan that will ensure that the objectives of the individual, the team and PPG are achieved
- Participate as a clinical expert in the education and training of all competencies of new staff, within the multidisciplinary team, in accordance with their individual objectives and the needs of the service
- Promote high standards of care by demonstrating the ability to develop and empower the team, acting as a positive role model at all times. Promote a learning environment and encourage an open, honest and supportive working environment

Practice Plus Group Hospital Plymouth

Theatre

£48091.12

Permanent

Full Time

Rewards & Benefits

Employee Assistance programme provided by Health Assured and Occupational Health through Medigold

Refer a friend scheme

Blue Light Card, Boundless card and Costco membership eligibility

Award winning ED&I programme

Free access to Reward Gateway discount scheme

Access to private health insurance

Wide range of ‘time away from work’ allowances

Extensive career development and training opportunities

Training & Development

Tailored CPD training delivered via our bespoke Learning Management System.

Extensive training courses accessible via Practice Plus Group Skills Academy.

Great development and career progression opportunities.

Since working for Practice Plus Group I have had a vast amount of opportunities and education which has further developed my knowledge and skills as a nurse.