Registered Nurse/ODP - Theatres

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

All Posts will be based within the in patient theatre unit RAH in the Clyde Sector of NHSGGC.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Theatre perioperative practitioner post, within the Main Theatre Unit unit in RAH. The unit consists of 9 operating theatres, a 12 bedded recovery area, and a theatre reception area staffed by the recovery escort team.

The unit consists of 9 operating theatres, and a 12 bed recovery room. The unit provides peri operative care for patients undergoing a range of surgical procedures including, Gynaecology, Urology, General Surgery, ENT and both elective and trauma Orthopaedics. In addition to having current NMC/HCPC registration applicants should be enthusiastic, motivated and have an interest of working in the peri-operative environment. Previous experience within the peri-operative environment, is a definate advantage. The department offers team support and continuing education opportunities.

In addition to having current NMC/HCPC registration applicants should be enthusiastic, motivated and have an interest of working in the peri-operative environment. Previous experience within the peri-operative environment is a definate advantage however not essential as full training will be given. The department offers team support and continuing education opportunities including supported funded access to the safe scrub module, anaesthetic and recovery courses at GCU as well as our own inhouse comprehensive training and mentorship programme.

The successful candidates are required to demonstrate flexibility by working within a service, which runs over a 7 day week, including night shift. Furthermore, the successful candidates will be expected where necessary to engage in multi-site working within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde in order to achieve the needs of the service.

This is a great opportunity to join a really friendly and dynamic team for those already with experience and for those looking for a change in direction.

You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.

These posts require PVG Scheme membership /Disclosure Scotland Check.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Location based in Royal Alexandra Hospital
• Permanent Contract
• Full-time and part-time position (36 & 27.63 hours per week)
• Shift pattern for this post include Monday -Sunday, Early Late, nights
• Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours.

Key responsibilities:

• Practice within the legal & Ethical framework as established by Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC)and National Legislation to ensure patient interests and well-being are met.
• Work within the National Health Service (NHS), NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde and Health & Safety Executive (HSE) Legislation, Policy, Guidelines and Procedures.
• Empower patients to take responsibility for their health, well-being and future lifestyle by practising in an open transparent and inclusive manner; thereby ensuring patients have the relevant information to participate in decisions about their care.
• Contribute to the provision of an appropriate learning environment in line with NES Quality Placement Standards.
• Complete clinical appraisal of pre-registration nurses and health care support staff
• Participate in performance appraisal in line with policy.
• Demonstrate own professional development.
• Organise own time and that of junior staff and learners, providing an effective leadership role.
• Ensures effective day-to-day management of other resources including stores supplies, pharmacy and maintenance of equipment.
• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details.

Contribute to the provision of an appropriate learning environment in line with NES Quality Placement Standards.

Complete clinical appraisal of pre-registration nurses and health care support staff

Participate in performance appraisal in line with policy.

Demonstrate own professional development.

Organise own time and that of junior staff and learners, providing an effective leadership role.

Ensures effective day-to-day management of other resources including stores supplies, pharmacy and maintenance of equipment.

Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• First/Second Level Registered Nurse / ODP with the ability to fulfil criteria outlined in the job description

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:

Elizabeth Williamson, SCN-Theatre coordinator, On 0141 3146854 or email [email protected]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

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