Theatre Practitioner band 5
| Posting date: | 01 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £32,073.00 to £39,043.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £32073.00 - £39043.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 April 2026 |
| Location: | Bristol, BS2 8HW |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | C9387-26-0691 |
Summary
To lead the planning and co-ordination of effective timelytransfer/safe discharge of patients to their next area of care. in partnership with other professionals and disciplines, develop measurable patient care plans/goals. The process should include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care from admission to timely transfer of discharge. Take charge of the clinical needs of a group of defined patients on the ward / department prioritising workload according to changing clinical need over a 24 hour period. Work towards regularly taking charge of the defined patients on the ward /department prioritising workload according to changing clinical need over a 24 hour period.Delegate tasks and activities to a range of team members in relation topatient care (for example when taking charge or as link nurse)Ensure nursing documentation is maintained, accurate and timely in line with trust standards. To demonstrate awareness and compliance with trust policies, procedures, guidelines and standards. To work towards promoting this to others. Promote and maintain a safe environment for patients. Administer medicines in accordance with trust policies, procedures,guidelines and standards. To work towards promoting this to others. Promote and maintain a safe environment for patientsAdminister medicines in accordance with trust policy. Promote a clean environment and the prevention of hospital acquiredinfection. Respond positively and act promptly to resolve problems / issues for patients / carers, utilising complaints procedures and PALs where appropriate.Identify record and report all incidents / complaints involving staff, patients and visitors in accordance with UHBW policies and assist in any investigations asrequired. Support the sister / charge nurse with effective use of resources e.g. staffing, supplies, stores.Work with senior nurses to develop management skills. Actively manage own annual leave in line with Trust and local Policy andProcedure. Professional Development and Education ResponsibilitiesMaintain, update and develop personal and professional knowledge and skills byparticipating in the trusts appraisal and review processes. Undertake training to extend current skills and to expand the scope ofprofessional practice for the clinical care and patient care. Participate in staff education and development, including utilising appropriatelearning opportunities and to act as a mentor and resource for studentnurses/ODPs, adaptation and unqualified members of the theatre team. Participate with link roles as appropriate, e.g tissue viability, mental health,Infection control. During the first year post registration, act as an associate mentor for studentnurses/ODPs and other learners in the clinical environment, progressing to acting as a mentor / assessor one year post registration. Act as a preceptor to newly registered nurses/ODPs after one year, postregistration. Demonstrate through an holistic approach to nursing care and day to day clinical issues an understanding of evidence based practice.