Band 6 - Robotic Theatre Nurse Practitioner - West Moorland Street Job London area,Greater London England UK,Nursing

Location: Greater London

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) are searching for an experienced and passionate Band 6 Robotic Theatre Nurse Practitioner to join their highly skilled team at West Moorland Street.

UCLH is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. In July 2004, we were one of the first NHS trusts to achieve Foundation Trust status. We provide academically-led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas.

Job Purpose:

To provide safe, effective, and high-quality perioperative care for patients undergoing robotic-assisted surgery. The role includes preparing and managing robotic equipment, assisting surgeons during procedures, and ensuring patient safety throughout the surgical pathway.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Duties

Act as scrub nurse/practitioner or circulating nurse/practitioner during robotic procedures (Urology)
Prepare the operating theatre, including sterile instruments and robotic systems
Assist in positioning and draping patients safely for robotic surgery
Anticipate surgeon needs and pass instruments accurately
Maintain aseptic technique at all times

Robotic System Management

Set up, calibrate, and troubleshoot robotic surgical systems (e.g., da Vinci Surgical System)
Ensure all robotic instruments and accessories are functioning correctly
Coordinate docking and undocking of the robotic system
Recognise and respond to technical faults during procedures

Patient Safety & Care

Monitor patient condition in collaboration with anaesthetic and surgical teams
Ensure WHO surgical safety checklist compliance
Advocate for patient safety and dignity at all times

Requirements:

Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
Registered Operating Department Practitioner with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Experience in operating theatre settings (scrub)
Training in robotic surgery systems
Evidence of continuing professional development

We are so grateful for the commitment and devotion of our Bank Staff, so are pleased to offer the following benefits:

Flexible working hours
Weekly salary
Staffing Bank workers can contribute to their NHS pension
Priority of shifts over all agency workers
Competitive pay

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