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WORCESTERSHIRE ACUTE HOSPITALS NHS TRUST JOB DESCRIPTION Post Title: Team Leader - RN / ODP Anaesthetics and Recovery Pay Band: Band 6 Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent Location / Department: Countywide Theatres Accountable to: Theatre Matron Reports to: Senior Team Leader Ref: 2025 Key Working Relationships: Internal: Patients, anaesthetists, surgical teams, theatre personnel External: Visitors to theatres, relatives, ward personnel, housekeeping, portering, and estates teams Liaises with: Anaesthetists, theatre practitioners, other theatre team leaders, recovery nurses Risk Assessment: This post involves manual handling activities and a risk of exposure to bodily fluids and chemicals. The role requires some computer screen work and may involve working under pressure in emergency situations. Job Purpose: Ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care through the effective management of staff, resources, and theatre operations. Act as the patients advocate, prioritising their needs and well-being throughout the peri-operative journey.
Facilitate effective communication with the multi-disciplinary team to coordinate patient care across the theatre pathway. Work closely with the Theatre Coordinator to ensure efficient theatre management. Accept responsibility for infection prevention and control practices within the team and the theatre environment. Deputise for the senior team leader when necessary, maintaining continuity of care and leadership.
The role may require working across all Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust sites. Key Duties: Anaesthetics and Recovery Specific Duties Lead the anaesthetic and recovery teams to ensure safe, efficient, and compassionate care during anaesthesia induction, maintenance, and recovery. Ensure patient care, including airway management and recovery progress, is delivered safely and in line with best practice. Act as the main point of contact for anaesthetic-related queries and concerns, supporting anaesthetists and recovery practitioners to maintain high standards of patient care.
Oversee the preparation, use, and maintenance of anaesthetic equipment and consumables to ensure safety and compliance. Manage post-operative complications, including airway management, pain control, and vital sign monitoring. Ensure the recovery area is prepared and fully equipped to handle emergency situations, including resuscitation and post-operative emergencies. Monitor and review recovery plans and discharge criteria, ensuring safe, effective patient handover to the ward teams post-recovery.
Maintain accurate anaesthetic and recovery records in line with legal and Trust policies. Management Support the senior team leader in managing staff within the team, ensuring high standards of performance and teamwork. Ensure that all safety measures are in place, reporting accidents, incidents, and near misses on Datix and to the theatre coordinator or senior team leader. Contribute to risk management by identifying and mitigating risks within the department.
Participate in investigations when necessary. Manage and monitor the theatre budget to ensure resources are used efficiently. Stay informed on Trust policies and procedures, and participate in their development when necessary. Assist with staff attendance monitoring and day-to-day management of discipline within the team.
Address performance issues with staff and take appropriate action to ensure standards are maintained. Assist in recruitment and selection processes. Conduct staff appraisals, identifying training needs to help develop staff and improve service delivery. Foster a supportive, team-focused culture that encourages learning, development, and a no-blame approach.
Participate in the induction of new staff and ensure they receive appropriate training. Ensure equipment is used safely and is maintained to a high standard Education and Training: Work closely with the recruitment and development team to support a regular programme of education and development for theatre staff, ensuring their skills and knowledge are continually updated. Act as a student assessor, supporting students throughout their clinical placements and evaluating their progress. Supervise, mentor, and support new staff, ensuring they are introduced to relevant clinical practices and procedures.
Ensure the departments clinical staff are kept up-to-date with the latest practices, guidelines, and equipment. Contribute to the development of training programmes that address identified learning needs and align with best practice. Provide feedback from training courses to share emerging practices and knowledge with the team. Encourage a culture of continuous professional development by supporting staff participation in competency assessments and reflective practice.
Professional: Foster an environment that supports the ongoing training and professional development of all staff members, particularly in anaesthetics and recovery practices. Keep up to date with current clinical practices, Trust policies, and developments in equipment and technology. Always maintain a high standard of professionalism, serving as a role model to staff and ensuring adherence to best practice. Take responsibility for personal professional development and support team members in identifying and achieving their professional growth goals.
Promote clear and effective communication within the multidisciplinary team, ensuring collaboration and patient care. Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control practices at all times and lead by example in maintaining hygiene standards. General Duties: Participate in the on-call rota or out-of-hours duties as required for emergency surgery and respond effectively to critical incidents. Collaborate with other departments, including ward teams and clinical staff, to ensure effective communication and patient care transitions.
Provide short-term cover for colleagues during periods of leave, ensuring continuity of care. Adhere to the Trusts IT policies regarding email and internet usage, maintaining confidentiality and data protection standards. Ensure all Trust standards are maintained, with active participation in audits and quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes. Every employee has a duty to take care of their own health and safety and that of others and to cooperate with the Trust to ensure statutory and Trust regulations are complied with.
Vision and Values As a representative of Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, you are expected to uphold our core values: Being open and honest Ensuring people feel cared for Showing respect to everyone These values guide daily conduct and ensure inclusive, compassionate service delivery, fostering a culture of transparency, empathy, and respect for all.
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