Registered Nurse​/ODP Theatre​/Anaesthetics

Vacancies Registered Nurse/ ODP Theatre/ Anaesthetics

Our theatre team is expanding, and we’re looking for dedicated Operating Department Practitioners to join our dynamic perioperative service within our Main theatre suite with potential to work across other departments to include Heavitree hub. This is an opportunity to bring your clinical expertise into a fast‑paced, supportive environment where patient care, teamwork, and professional growth truly matter.

• HCPC‑registered ODPs (or NMC‑registered nurses with anaesthetic qualifications)
• NMC- registered nurses with theatre experience
• Strong clinical judgement and the ability to stay calm under pressure
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Commitment to patient safety and evidence‑based practice
• Willingness to develop through ongoing training and CPD

Our Main theatre department covers a wide range of specialities:
Colorectal, Upper Gi, Urology, Max Fax & ENT, Plastic & Breast, Orthopaedic Trauma, 24 hour general emergency cover, and we have recently open a state of the art Hybrid Vascular suite. We also have two DaVinci robots that are shared between General surgery, Urology, ENT and Gynaecology.

We work closely with colleagues in our other theatre departments such as our Orthopaedic theatres (PEOC), Centre for Women’s Health (CWH) and our Community sites, so we do ask for flexibility when needing to support other areas.

We ask that our ODPs dual role were possible to deliver high-quality care between anaesthetics and scrub, however extensive experience in one area would not be ruled out.

Shifts include weekends, nights and On calls including emergency general and maternity cover.

• Delivering high‑quality perioperative care across anaesthetics and scrub
• Supporting consultants and theatre colleagues to ensure safe, efficient surgical lists
• Preparing and maintaining clinical environments to the highest standards
• Acting as a patient advocate throughout their surgical journey
• Contributing to service development and continuous improvement initiatives
• Teaching and supporting students and new starters

We believe in investing in our team members. You will receive a comprehensive in-house induction and participate in our Theatre Practitioner Band 5 Skills Development Programme. If you're newly qualified, our preceptorship scheme will support you in your first year as a registered professional.

Our commitment to your growth doesn't stop there. Our Clinical Educators are embedded within the department, ready to provide guidance and encouragement whenever you need it. Additionally, our Royal Devon-wide Buddy scheme offers further support to foster your success.

Whether you’re aiming to enhance your leadership skills or specialise in a specific area, we are dedicated to supporting your ongoing professional development through courses and mentoring.

If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional perioperative care and want to work in a team that champions growth, compassion, and clinical excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

37.5 hours per week. 4 days per week. Early shift 8-6, late shift 11- 21.00. Nights . Plus On calls

To be confirmed

Caroline Thompson. Clinical Nurse Manager Emergency Surgery  

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