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Job overview

The PACU Assistant  practitioner role is designed to deliver evidence based care under the direction and support of a registered nurse or operating department practitioner by following operating theatre LocSSIPS/ operating department standards of practice  and BCUHB protocols, procedures and policies.

The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of a high standard of safe, individualised, efficient and cost effective care under the supervision/delegation of a registered nurse/ODP.

They will provide a safe and supportive environment in order to care for patients within the peri -operative environment to meet care needs.

This post is fixed term for 22 months to meet the needs of the service.

Main duties of the job

• To undertake allocated duties in relation to the individualised care of the patient as identified by the RN/ODP in accordance with theatre/BCUHB policies/procedures.
• To be involved in the preparation of the Post Anaesthetic Care Unit  on a day to day basis, ensuring the correct equipment is available
• Liaise with other departments to ensure that ongoing equipment will be available

• Assisting in the maintenance of stock levels as well as assisting with the ordering of individual stock items needed. Reporting any discrepancies.
• Ensure environment is conducive to patient safety and comfort, initiating reports of any faults of failures in:- heating, lighting, ventilation and equipment
• Assist in the cleaning of the environment, including patient trolleys and PACU equipment
• Assist with unpacking and correctly storing all medical/surgical goods coming into the department
•  Correct disposal of dirty linen, suction liners and clinical waste, including sharps boxes in accordance with theatre ODSOP and BCUHB policy
• The safe handling of waste products in relation to personal protection as regards the threat of injury from sharps

• Ensure that any changes in patients condition or circumstances are reported immediately to the appropriate person/RN/ODP in charge
• Utilise transferable skills within level of competence

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.