Band 5 Anaesthetic Staff Nurse/ODP-Evelina Children's Hospital

Responsible for carrying out safe and effective clinical practice within the paediatric perioperative environment. Ensuring that high quality, up-to-date evidence-based patient care is co-ordinated and implemented safely. Carry out those activities necessary to conduct a comprehensive patient assessment and work alongside the anaesthetist, raising any concerns as necessary in a timely fashion. Ensuring that the daily working environment is well stocked, organised and fit for purpose. Ensuring that all emergency equipment (including algorithms) are present and able to be located in the event of an emergency situation. Will be responsible for the application of knowledge across the range of work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience. To ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care and have an excellent patient experience. Work alongside the multi-disciplinary team to carry out co-ordinated care. Responsible for the correct administration of prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and blood products. Will be wholly accountable for their practice in line with the NMC/HCPC code of professional conduct and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve their knowledge and professional competence. Will be familiar with the Health and Safety at Works Act, and be aware of its implications and ensure that local unit and departmental policies are followed. Will adopt a patient-centred approach to working, Will be responsible for the provision and receipt of complex, sensitive or contentious information related to patients, patient care, relatives, staff or other multidisciplinary colleagues. Communicate effectively and efficiently with all members of the multi- disciplinary team regarding patient care. Will communicate with patients and relatives, making reports and liaising, as appropriate, with medical staff other members of the care team and management. Committed to the Trust values and creating an inclusive environment.