Senior Theatre Nurse/ODP

Job overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Band 6 Trauma Practitioner to join our dynamic theatre team on a 6 month secondment. The successful candidate will be proficient in trauma scrub and/or anaesthetics, demonstrating advanced clinical skills and the ability to perform confidently in high‑acuity, time‑critical situations. Strong leadership experience is essential, as you will play a key role in supporting team coordination, guiding junior staff, and promoting excellence in trauma surgery delivery.  The applicant must have a minimum of 1 year theatre experience.

This is an exciting opportunity for a committed practitioner to further develop their expertise, influence service improvement, and contribute to the high standards of patient-centred care within our trauma surgery service.

Main duties of the job

This role will take on a pivotal leadership role in delivering high‑quality perioperative care within our trauma Orthopaedic theatre. We’re seeking a motivated clinician with expert knowledge and the flexibility to support others. In this senior position, you’ll help drive excellence by upholding professional standards, supporting the development of SOPs, ensuring daily quality and safety assurance, and promoting best practice across the department. You will play an essential part in trauma coordination, including supporting the efficient management of trauma list, ensuring smooth patient flow and effective multidisciplinary communication. With opportunities to expand into enhanced clinical skills such as Surgical First Assistant duties, venepuncture, and cannulation, this is an exciting role for someone who leads by example, empowers colleagues, and is committed to delivering patient‑centred, safe and compassionate care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about the responsibilities, required skills, and expectations for this role. These documents provide a comprehensive overview of what we are looking for in the ideal candidate and will help you assess your suitability before applying.