Theatre Support Worker

Newark theatres offers a range of day case procedures across different specialties including Orthopaedics, General surgery, ENT, ophthalmology, Dermatology, breast and others. The successful candidate would be expected to work in all areas of our department from either collecting patients from the ward , working in theatres and/or working within the recovery area for our patients.

The department leader is looking for dynamic, positive individuals who thrive on the trusts CARE values and puts patients at the front of their priorities, and in return we can offer a supportive workplace and potential career progression.

We are expanding as a department and would love to welcome you to our team.

Thank you for considering Newark theatres.

We are looking for someone to carry out assigned tasks, delivering and supporting direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurses.
The candidate will demonstrate a courteous and helpful approach to patients, relatives and visitors to the Ward/Department supporting other team members to create an environment that is motivating, stimulating and supportive, keeping clinical areas clean and tidy, to maintain a safe and pleasant environment and contribute to the control of infection in clinical work areas.
Whilst under supervision, following appropriate training, perform observations including respirations, blood pressure, pulse, temperature and oxygen saturation and record results both clearly and accurately on nerve centre, or as appropriate. Report any abnormal findings to a registered nurse.
You will maintain confidentiality of all patient information and maintain principles of Information Governance.

Thank you for your interest in this role.

Sherwood is nationally recognised as being an excellent place to work and deliver care. We are rightly proud of the 5,500 colleagues who work here, and we are the Health Service Journal’s Trust of the Year in 2020.

The Care Quality Commission rated King’s Mill Hospital Outstanding and Newark, and Mansfield Community Hospitals Good. Overall, we are rated Outstanding for care.

For the last three years, we have been ranked as the best NHS Trust to work for in the Midlands and in 2020 we were the third best Acute/Community NHS Trust in England.

Happy colleagues deliver better care. Our teams work in a supportive, inclusive environment, which nurtures wellbeing and has opportunities for development and progression. We do not just care for our patients; we also care for you.

Our culture of learning, compassion and taking a person-centred approach are at the roots of our organisation. We would love you to join us.

• Adhere to the ward procedures for the correct use of equipment and assist in maintenance of equipment as directed.
• Be aware of and adhere to Trust policies and procedures as appropriate, as identified by the Department/ Ward Sister/ Charge Nurse and registered nurses. Safeguard yourself and others working within Trust policies when handling dangerous and hazardous materials.
• Monitor and replace used items of linen and laundry as necessary.
• Monitor and maintain stationery documentation in appropriate areas.
• Participate fully as a team member, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues to promote a cohesive ward/department team and the achievement of team objectives.
• Escort patients to other areas for further investigation following appropriate assessment and completion of competency framework.
• Assist registered nurses with link nurse duties where required.
• Remain up to date with all mandatory training
• To undertake any other duties which may be reasonably regarded as within the nature of the duties, responsibilities and grade of the post.
• Assist in the monitoring of and restocking of supplies. Promoting effective and efficient use of resources.
• Carry out assigned clerical tasks as directed.
• Report untoward incidents, accidents and any other relevant information to the Nurse in Charge.

To see the full detailed job description and main responsibilities of the job please refer to the job description attached.