Job summary Medirooms are looking for motivated, dynamic and passionate individuals to join their team! A new concept in healthcare, our Medirooms combine the traditional recovery, day-case, same-day and admission areas into a single patient room environment, specifically designed to enhance patient experience by improving the level of privacy and dignity that these areas were traditionally able to offer. Patients also benefit from continuity of care as they are admitted, recovered and discharged/transferred by the same Mediroom team. Our Practice Facilitators support staff through training programme and regular catch-up/reviews to help them achieve their competencies and support their wellbeing.We provide a wide range of in-house training and a preceptor is assigned to support your continuing professional development The Brunel Building has 24 operating theatre rooms, with 72 single patient Medirooms situated in close proximity to the theatres - the Medirooms are arranged in 5 clusters over 2 floors. You will also work in our Medirooms and PACU areas in other Operating Theatre Departments across the Southmead Hospital site including Park View Theatres, Cotswold Theatres and the Bristol Surgical Centre. We currently have opportunities available for: Registered ODP's with current HCPC registration Experienced Registered Nurses with current NMC Registration Newly Qualified and Newly Qualifying Nurses, ready to take the leap from theory to the clinical setting Main duties of the job Your main duties will include: Direct patient care in the Mediroom and PACU areas. Identifying individual patient requirements and acting effectively on changing needs, liaising with and directing relevant staff. Organising time, equipment and staff to deliver safe and efficient patient care. Giving skilled support to the multidisciplinary team. Administering drugs and treatments as prescribed in accordance with Trust Policies and Standard Operating Procedures. Effective communication within departments and multidisciplinary team. Advising patients, theircarersand other staff on the promotion of health and prevention of illness. Recognising situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the individual and institutes preventative measures. Identifyingthe priorities of care for patients, liaising with and directing relevant staff. Organisingand participatingin the delivery of high standards ofevidence-based nursing care. About us North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered. North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups. Details Date posted 14 May 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 339-TA-ASCR-RN-MEDI0525 Job locations Southmead Hospital Bristol BS10 5NB Job description Job responsibilities For a full overview of the role, please refer to the PDF Job Description and Shift Pattern Document attached as an additional documents to this advert. Care Management Provides direct patient care in themedi-room areas commensurate with their post. Is responsible for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care of patients Identifies individual patient requirements and acts effectively on changing needs, liaising with and directing relevant staff. Organises time, equipment and staff to deliver safe and efficient patient care. Gives skilled support to medical staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Administers drugs and treatments as prescribed in accordance with Trust Policies and Standard Operating Procedures. Demonstrates effective communication within departments and multidisciplinary team. Advises patients, theircarersand other staff on the promotion of health and prevention of illness. Recognises situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the individual and institutes preventative measures. Identifies the priorities of care for patients, liaising with and directing relevant staff. Organise and participate in the delivery of high standards ofevidence basednursing care. Take regular responsibility to carry out required planned, direct patient care to a high standard without direct supervision in accordance with established nursing procedures and policies. To report to the appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team any significant changes in a patients condition or situation. Responsible for taking charge of the ward/department on a regular basis in the absence of the person who has continuing responsibility. To take personal responsibility for ensuring that patients aretreated with courtesy at all times, the individual needs of patients arerespectedand confidentiality ismaintained at all times. To be able to act in emergency situations and to be familiar with emergency procedures including fire and resuscitation. To be responsible for the support and direction of junior staff in such situations according to Trust policy Quality Management Report to nurse in charge/line manager all complaints, incidents or accidents involving self, staff, patients, visitors and complete relevant documentation according to Trust procedure. Ensure the safe custody of patients valuables and property according to Trust policies. Complies and works in accordance with Trust Policies and Standard Operating Procedures Participates in risk assessments as required by senior colleagues and Directorate Risk Manager Identifies and acts upon any risk that could affect the safety of patients or staff, accessing support from senior staff as necessary Reports any accidents, incidents or near misses using the Trust Datix reporting system Participates in audits of patient care. Contribute to the implementation of improvements of working methods and practices Participates in working groups to facilitate changes and improvements within the Operating Department, Directorate and Trust. Handles complaints by patients, clients, theircarersand staff according to Trust policies. Financial Management Contributes to the monitoring and control of the use of resources within budgetary limits Contributes to the analysis of staffing requirements againstwork loadactivity Assists with developing the financial awareness of the team so that individual staff contribute to the efficient use of resources Information Management Contributes to the collection, recording and storage of information using both paper based and electronic systems Make use of relevant of information in decision making, problem solving and care management Staff Management Develop own supervisory skills and competence, undertaking a teaching/assessing module. Contributes to the supervision, development and coaching of individual staff so that they function effectively within their role and responsibilities in accordance with Trust policies and Standard Operating Procedures Provides clear instructions and accurate information to junior staff, students and support workers. Monitors and evaluates their work to ensure standards are maintained. Assists with the process of allocating workload to junior staff, students and support workers which is withineach individualscompetence and capability. Professional Development Practices in accordance with NMC or HPC Professional Codes of Conduct and Standards Seeks out new knowledge of perioperative practice and health by reading, enquiring and partaking of continuing education, applies validated research findings to practice. Seeks to develop new skills, participates incompetency basedtraining programmese.gCompetency Portfolios. Facilitates the professional development needs of the theatre team and facilitate their development through Appraisal and Development Review Undertakes any training requiredin order tomaintain competency including mandatory training Working Conditions/Effort A need to respond to frequently changing needs of the department. Exposure to distressing and emotional situations. Manual handling and postural demands. Exposure to potential violent and aggressive behaviour. Contact with blood and body fluids. The need to use highly developed skills and demonstrates a high level of manual dexterity. The need to work a shift system. Rotation to night duty as and when required Working in departments utilising Ionising Radiation and chemical substances falling under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations. Job description Job responsibilities For a full overview of the role, please refer to the PDF Job Description and Shift Pattern Document attached as an additional documents to this advert. Care Management Provides direct patient care in themedi-room areas commensurate with their post. Is responsible for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care of patients Identifies individual patient requirements and acts effectively on changing needs, liaising with and directing relevant staff. Organises time, equipment and staff to deliver safe and efficient patient care. Gives skilled support to medical staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Administers drugs and treatments as prescribed in accordance with Trust Policies and Standard Operating Procedures. Demonstrates effective communication within departments and multidisciplinary team. Advises patients, theircarersand other staff on the promotion of health and prevention of illness. Recognises situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the individual and institutes preventative measures. Identifies the priorities of care for patients, liaising with and directing relevant staff. Organise and participate in the delivery of high standards ofevidence basednursing care. Take regular responsibility to carry out required planned, direct patient care to a high standard without direct supervision in accordance with established nursing procedures and policies. To report to the appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team any significant changes in a patients condition or situation. Responsible for taking charge of the ward/department on a regular basis in the absence of the person who has continuing responsibility. To take personal responsibility for ensuring that patients aretreated with courtesy at all times, the individual needs of patients arerespectedand confidentiality ismaintained at all times. To be able to act in emergency situations and to be familiar with emergency procedures including fire and resuscitation. To be responsible for the support and direction of junior staff in such situations according to Trust policy Quality Management Report to nurse in charge/line manager all complaints, incidents or accidents involving self, staff, patients, visitors and complete relevant documentation according to Trust procedure. Ensure the safe custody of patients valuables and property according to Trust policies. Complies and works in accordance with Trust Policies and Standard Operating Procedures Participates in risk assessments as required by senior colleagues and Directorate Risk Manager Identifies and acts upon any risk that could affect the safety of patients or staff, accessing support from senior staff as necessary Reports any accidents, incidents or near misses using the Trust Datix reporting system Participates in audits of patient care. Contribute to the implementation of improvements of working methods and practices Participates in working groups to facilitate changes and improvements within the Operating Department, Directorate and Trust. Handles complaints by patients, clients, theircarersand staff according to Trust policies. Financial Management Contributes to the monitoring and control of the use of resources within budgetary limits Contributes to the analysis of staffing requirements againstwork loadactivity Assists with developing the financial awareness of the team so that individual staff contribute to the efficient use of resources Information Management Contributes to the collection, recording and storage of information using both paper based and electronic systems Make use of relevant of information in decision making, problem solving and care management Staff Management Develop own supervisory skills and competence, undertaking a teaching/assessing module. Contributes to the supervision, development and coaching of individual staff so that they function effectively within their role and responsibilities in accordance with Trust policies and Standard Operating Procedures Provides clear instructions and accurate information to junior staff, students and support workers. Monitors and evaluates their work to ensure standards are maintained. Assists with the process of allocating workload to junior staff, students and support workers which is withineach individualscompetence and capability. Professional Development Practices in accordance with NMC or HPC Professional Codes of Conduct and Standards Seeks out new knowledge of perioperative practice and health by reading, enquiring and partaking of continuing education, applies validated research findings to practice. Seeks to develop new skills, participates incompetency basedtraining programmese.gCompetency Portfolios. Facilitates the professional development needs of the theatre team and facilitate their development through Appraisal and Development Review Undertakes any training requiredin order tomaintain competency including mandatory training Working Conditions/Effort A need to respond to frequently changing needs of the department. Exposure to distressing and emotional situations. Manual handling and postural demands. Exposure to potential violent and aggressive behaviour. Contact with blood and body fluids. The need to use highly developed skills and demonstrates a high level of manual dexterity. The need to work a shift system. Rotation to night duty as and when required Working in departments utilising Ionising Radiation and chemical substances falling under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations. Person Specification Education/Training/Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse with current live NMC registration or Registered ODP with HCPC Registration Evidence of ongoing professional development Desirable Teaching and assessing qualification (998 or equivalent) or willing to undertake after 2 years post registration (secured a position on this type of course) Post basic specialist qualification eg: perioperative modules, Surgical First Assistant Work Experience Essential Recent care experience within an acute setting Experience as a Registered Nurse/ ODP across a range of (surgical) specialties Evidence of having completed training for extended roles, i.e. IV drug administration, cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs, male catheterisation pump training. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Essential Effective communication skills, verbal & written, to include report writing and record keeping. Contribution to team development Effective computer / IT skills and expectation to develop these in line with the needs of the service Person Specification Education/Training/Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse with current live NMC registration or Registered ODP with HCPC Registration Evidence of ongoing professional development Desirable Teaching and assessing qualification (998 or equivalent) or willing to undertake after 2 years post registration (secured a position on this type of course) Post basic specialist qualification eg: perioperative modules, Surgical First Assistant Work Experience Essential Recent care experience within an acute setting Experience as a Registered Nurse/ ODP across a range of (surgical) specialties Evidence of having completed training for extended roles, i.e. IV drug administration, cannulation, venepuncture, ECGs, male catheterisation pump training. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Essential Effective communication skills, verbal & written, to include report writing and record keeping. Contribution to team development Effective computer / IT skills and expectation to develop these in line with the needs of the service Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name North Bristol NHS Trust Address Southmead Hospital Bristol BS10 5NB Employer's website https://www.nbt.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name North Bristol NHS Trust Address Southmead Hospital Bristol BS10 5NB Employer's website https://www.nbt.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab). Location : Southmead Hospital, BS10 5NB Bristol, United Kingdom