Anaesthetics / Recovery - ODP / Nurse (Adult or Children's)

There are 3 Operating Theatre Departments within this division based at the John Radcliffe Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, where you can gain a wide variety of experience in anaesthetics, surgery and/or recovery. TheJohn Radcliffe Main Operating Theatre Departmentis a 6 theatre unit where routine and emergency surgery (general, gynae, spinal) takes place, predominately for adults. It is a tertiary referral centre for vascular surgery and a major trauma centre. TheWest Wing Operating Theatre Departmentis a 14-theatre unit and provides elective and emergency care for adults and children. It is one of four highly specialised craniofacial centres in the UK, one of seven specialist units for cleft lip & palate surgery. It is a tertiary referral centre for neurosurgery and the unit is recognised for ground-breaking work in ophthalmology surgery. Other specialities include ENT, Maxilla-Facial and children (general surgery & orthopaedics). TheNuffield Orthopaedic Centreis an 8 theatre unit providing care for adult patients. The NOC has a world-wide reputation for excellence in orthopaedics. The hospital also undertakes specialist services such as the treatment of bone infection, bone tumours and limb reconstruction. Anaesthetics

• Work alongside the anaesthetist in caring for patients in the administration and maintenance of general, regional and local anaesthetics
• Preparation of a wide range of specialist equipment such as anaesthetic machines and devices, to safely secure the patient's airway during anaesthesia and support maintenance of their cardio-vascular stability
• Monitor, assess and respond to changes in the patient condition as required, evaluating care provided
Surgery
• Work alongside the surgeon in caring for patients by anticipating the requirements of the surgical team and responding effectively
• Prepare all the necessary instruments and equipment for specialist surgery
• Be responsible for surgical instruments, equipment, swabs, needles and sundries
Recovery
• Support the patient on their arrival into the recovery unit
• Monitor the patient's condition during the immediate post-operative phase and respond to changes as required
• Assess the patient in order to ensure they can be safely discharged to a ward area
Rotation through more than one area of practice is actively encouraged.,
• To act as the patient's advocate during the perioperative period of care
• To be responsible for anticipating and providing skilled clinical and technical assistance as a member of the operating theatre team
• To participate in the assessment of patient care needs and implement and maintain agreed standards of care
• Follow Codes of Professional Practice providing high quality and safe care to patients undergoing procedures within the Perioperative environment
  
  Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk
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