OPERATING THEATRE NURSE

Job Description

Applications are invited from qualified and experienced candidates for the above position based in Harare under St Annes Hospital.

Duties and Responsibilities

VACANCY NOTICE- OPERATING THEATRE NURSE

 Communicating and informing patients and their families about the surgery, its risks and benefits.
 Assessing patients before surgery.
 Supporting the anesthetists.
 Preparing all the instruments that are necessary for the surgical procedure.
 Inspecting the operating theatre and making sure it is fit for purpose.
 Briefing with the team.
 Sending for the patient and moving them to theatre.
 Providing high standards of skilled care and support during each phase of a patient’s perioperative care.
 Sending the patient to recovery.
 Any other duties that may be prescribed by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience

 Diploma in General Nursing.
 Diploma in Operating Theatre Nursing.
 Current Practicing Certificate
 prior work experience OTN work experience an added advantage.
 Excellent supervisory skills.
 Good problem solving and decision-making skills.
 Excellent communication skills.
 Basic Problem skills.

How to Apply

Prospective candidates in possession of the above should send applications together with current detailed CV’s to [email protected] and mention the position being applied for in the subject matter.