Staff Nurse - INS Neuro Theatres

NHS Scotland; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

27 days annual leave + public holidays

Cycle to Work Scheme

Study bursaries and learning leave

Dis counter scheme and staff benefits

Counselling and wellbeing support

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) seeks Registered Nurses or ODPs with a keen interest in perioperative care to join the Theatre team at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. You will deliver high-quality, clinically effective patient care across a varied surgical caseload.

The role offers opportunities for ongoing in-service training, rotational theatre exposure for newly qualified staff, and a strong education program to support professional development.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMC or ODP with HCPC registration (minimum 5 years post-registration).
• Degree level education desirable.
• Evidence of continuing professional development essential.
• Post-registration qualification or significant experience in specialty desirable.
• Able to fulfil criteria in job description.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Practice within the NMC/NHS legal and ethical framework to ensure patient safety and wellbeing.
• Comply with NHS Scotland policies, NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde guidelines and HSE legislation.
• Empower patients to participate in their care with information and transparency.
• Provide clinical leadership for assessment and implementation of person-centred care programs.
• Maintain patient records in line with NMC guidelines.

Skills

Clinical leadership

NMC/HCPC registration

Perioperative care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

NMC Registered Nurse

HCPC-ODP Registration

Degree level education desirable

Job description

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

You need to have a live NMC UK PIN to be considered for this post.

We are interested in hearing from Registered ODP's/Nurses with a keen interest in perioperative care. As an essential part of our Theatre team, you’ll deliver high quality, clinically effective patient care at all times. We can offer you a varied surgical caseload due to our extensive Neurosurgical, Oral Maxillofacial, and Neuro-interventional radiology procedures that will help you develop your capabilities and experience and you’ll enjoy the real respect, rapport and effective working of a close-knit, highly skilled, multidisciplinary team.

We are looking for Registered Nurses/ODPs who demonstrate a commitment to undertake ongoing in-service training and development, which is fully supported by our dedicated Perioperative Clinical Educator. We offer excellent opportunities for personal development, for example, for newly qualified nurses we can offer a rotational program through our theatre suite, with an established supportive education program.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Location based in Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
• Shift pattern for this post are Monday to Sunday – early/late shift, weekends, on call
• Permanent Contract
• Full-time Position (36 hours per week)

Key Responsibilities

• Practice within the legal & Ethical framework as established by Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) and National Legislation to ensure patient interests and wellbeing 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
• Practice within the legal & Ethical framework as established by Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) and National Legislation to ensure patient interests and wellbeing 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
• Provide clinical leadership for the assessment of patient needs, implementation and evaluation of programmes of person‑centred care which are evidence based. Utilising all available resources taking into consideration the lifestyle, gender and cultural background and ensure involvement with the patient, family, carers and significant others.
• Maintain patient records in line with NMC guidelines for records and record keeping.
• Please refer to the job description for further details.

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

• First Level Registered Nurse registered with the NMC or ODP registered with the HCPC with a minimum of 5 years post registration experience.
• Educated to degree level is desirable
• Evidence of continuing professional development is essential
• Post registration qualification/significant relevant experience in specialty is desirable
• Ability to fulfil criteria outlined in the job description.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

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

Rachel Ansari, SCN neurosurgery Theatres, On 01412012134 or email [e-mail]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:

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.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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