Job overview

This post is fixed term/secondment for 3 years to meet the needs of the service. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post. 

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.

The post holder will communicate effectively at all times and work collaboratively with other team members.

The post holder will practice in accordance with BCUHB standards and statutory requirements and operate within role boundaries and assessed competencies.

The post holder will develop the role as required within the boundaries of the KSF post outline and agreed competencies.

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

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.
• Assisting in the maintenance of stock levels as well as assisting with the ordering of individual stock items needed. Reporting any discrepancies.
•  Assist in the cleaning of the environment, including patient trolleys and PACU equipment.
•  Ensure that any changes in patients condition or circumstances are reported immediately to the appropriate person/RN/ODP in charge.
• The post holder must perform within the code of conduct for healthcare support workers in Wales (2011) and under supervision of RN/ODP, and understand own role, its limitations and scope of practice.
•  Ensure that agreed ODSOPS for theatre and protocols for BCUHB pertaining to the delivery of patient care in the operating department are adhered to.
• Ensure that records of patient care are accurately recorded.
• Use equipment in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and report any faults immediately.
• Accurately record all assessment and care delivery delegated by the RN/ODP.
• Accurately input information onto the theatre information system.
• Maintain agreed stock levels, including monitoring expiry dates of disposable items.

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.