Job Description

We are looking for a Band 5 Staff Nurse/ODP to work in Lambeth theatres, recovery, admissions/ambulatory/ discharge lounges. The post holder is responsible for assessment of the perioperative care needs of patients, planning programmes of care, implementation and evaluation without direct supervision.



At times they will have management responsibility for being in-charge of the ward and supervising junior members of staff and students. The post holder will be a key member in relation to the development of practice in theatres.



They will be working independently/autonomously and at times without direct supervision, accountable for their own professional actions. Ensuring the safety and well being of services users, and always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centred care principles.

Closing Date:

5th August 2025

Interviews week commencing:

11th August 2025



Admit surgical patients

Scrub/Circulate in operating theatres

Recovery post operative patients

There is an expectation that staff we be part of an internal rotation program to enable multiskilled working.

Work with multi-disciplinary in ambulatory care post-operative lounge

Co-ordinate theatre lists and departmental duties

Support Trust initiatives/ Quality Improvement and Audit

Recognise and avoid situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the individuals.

Carry out those activities necessary to conduct a comprehensive assessment of a person's nursing requirements.

Will ensure that all patients will have a discharge plan that is safe and appropriate for their needs.

Carry out nursing procedures and treatments, checking on and maintaining the highest possible standards.

Take a clear and concise history from patients by assessing their health and well being and complete documentation ensuring that all entries are accurate and legible and that all information systems are maintained.

Undertake prescribed physical observations as follows:

blood pressure, temperature, respirations, blood sugars, urinalysis, weight and height, and report exceptions appropriates.

Responsible for the correct administration of prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and blood products



Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation. We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.



We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.



The post holder will work closely with the senior staff and multidisciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining excellent clinical standards of clinical practice and staff development as part of the theatre team.

As a member of the theatre team perform the tasks of scrub assistant following all checks and procedures as laid down in National / Theatre Policy.

As a member of the theatre team perform the tasks of scrub and anaesthetic assistant and support other members of the multidisciplinary team.

To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of all staff by acting as a mentor with the support of their senior colleagues.

The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant documentation without direct supervision and is required to demonstrate procedures in place to support safe patient care

To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover for any area specified as appropriate to knowledge and training.