Post Anaesthetic Care Unit Assistant Practitioner

Job responsibilities

To undertake allocated duties in relation to the individualised care of the patient asidentified 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 ofindividual stock items needed. Reporting any discrepancies. Ensure environment is conducive to patient safety and comfort, initiating reports of anyfaults 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 thedepartment Correct disposal of dirty linen, suction liners and clinical waste, including sharps boxes inaccordance with theatre ODSOP and BCUHB policy The safe handling of waste products in relation to personal protection as regards thethreat of injury from sharps Ensure that any changes in patients condition or circumstances are reported immediatelyto the appropriate person/RN/ODP in charge Utilise transferable skills within level of competence The post holder must perform within the code of conduct for healthcare support workersin Wales (2011) and under supervision of RN/ODP, and understand own role, its limitationsand scope of practice.PATIENT CARE: Undertake practical patient care and respect the patients right to privacy, dignity andconfidentiality at all times Have an understanding of the patients individual needs Assist with the positioning of patients, onto trolleys or beds, ensuring the patients comfortand safety during operative procedures taking into account each individual patientproblem, eg. stiff/arthritic limbs, which may make positioning difficult Assist in the preparation of PACU for an operating list ensuring that all necessary resourcesare available; report to person in charge any problems before the list start. Act as a member of the team- to assist and anticipate the needs of the PACU nurse ie. Asa runner for instruments, sutures, dressings, disposal. Ensure that agreed ODSOPS for theatre and protocols for BCUHB pertaining to the deliveryof patient care in the operating department are adhered to Ensure that records of patient care are accurately recorded Use equipment in accordance with the manufacturers instructions and report any faultsCAJE Reference/Date:3immediately. Assist theatre staff in the handling of specimens according to departmental ODSOPS Assist with the handling and safe transfer of specimens to the relevant Pathology serviceand replenish sample pots Assist the PACU staff in the transfer of the clean and contaminated instruments and waste,in accordance with departmental ODSOP Make constructive suggestions as to how services can be improved for patients andcolleagues Contribute to the assessment, planning and care delivery within scope of competenceunder the supervision of RN/ODP. Accurately record all assessment and care delivery delegated by the RN/ODPCOMMUNICATION: Communicate with patients, hospital staff and visitors, in a respectful manner ,whichpromotes self-esteem and standards of professionalism Ensure the person that has overall responsibility for the management of the PostAnaesthetic Care Unit is informed of matters that effect the continuity of the operatingsession Conduct interpersonal communication in a manner, which does not cause a distraction toother members of the PACU team Liaise with other departments and collect or deliver items as necessary and ensureeffective transfer of information Accurately input information onto the theatre information system Ensure patient confidentiality is maintained at all times Demonstrate a personal commitment to equality and diversity. Identify and take action when own or others behaviour undermines equality and diversity. Make use of the theatre information system (TIS) and other relevant IT systems required inthe clinical environment.RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: Demonstrate knowledge of available resources and their uses for patient care, ensuringsafe and cost effective use Be open to change, and have some awareness of its implementation Minimise wastage using good working practices Maintain agreed stock levels, including monitoring expiry dates of disposable items Safely store sets and items arriving from sterile suppliesEDUCATION: Recognise the need to keep up to date with the relevant information required to carry outthe role Explore personal strengths and weaknesses with a view to self improvement and have aclear plan for own personal and professional development as part of the yearly appraisalprocess Participate with the training of students and new staff within the constraints of the role Assist in the audit process by collecting data as requested by senior colleagues Take responsibility for maintaining own personal development to provide evidence forPADR and KSF progressionCAJE Reference/Date:4 Seek and reflect on feedback from the team and supervisors and adapt own practice ifnecessary. Make an active contribution to developing the workplace as a learning environmentHEALTH AND SAFETY/RISK/INFECTION CONTROL Adhere to the infection control policies with regard to aseptic techniques and assist inmaintaining the clinical environment in a manner which promotes hygiene and the healthneeds of patients and staff Ensure all areas are clean and tidy and functional for each patient Ensure the correct transportation of hazardous materials in compliance with health andsafety regulations observing security issues involved with handling such materials as pertheatre ODSOP Undertake work activities ...