CI232230 - Senior Charge Nurse, Theatres ARI/ BFH

NHS National Services Scotland; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Band 7 SCN / ODP for Women’s Perioperative Services at the new Baird Family Hospital in Aberdeen. The role involves leading a dynamic team focused on excellence in perioperative management, particularly in women's health. Candidates should have extensive experience in perioperative services, showcasing a strong leadership background. Relocation support is offered.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Highly experienced in anaesthetics, recovery, and/or scrub specialties.
• Proven record of leadership and development in clinical services.
• Dynamic and enthusiastic approach to teamwork and support.

Responsibilities

• Lead the perioperative team for Women’s services at the Baird Family Hospital.
• Prepare the workforce for operational readiness in a new hospital environment.
• Support and develop a multidisciplinary team to achieve excellence.

Skills

Leadership in Perioperative services

Clinical service improvement

Collaboration

Education

Experience in anaesthetics, recovery, or scrub specialties

Portfolio of Periop management experience

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Join the new Baird Family Hospital and launch your Perioperative management career - Band 7 SCN / ODP for Women’s Perioperative Services in preparation for the new Baird Family Hospital.

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary is situated on Foresterhill Campus overlooking the modern, busy city of Aberdeen and the beautiful North Sea. Aberdeen and adjoining Aberdeenshire offer an excellent balance between urban and rural living. Royal Deeside, Cairngorm National Park and the North Coast 500 are easily accessible for staycation opportunities. Aberdeen International airport is in close location, allowing easy access to the UK, Europe and beyond. ARI site is transforming as we build a state of the art Baird Family Hospital.

In partnership with AMH, ARI Theatres are investing and expanding in Gynaecology, Breast and Obstetric perioperative services. Together we are preparing the Periop workforce for The Baird Family Hospital. Our strategy is to attract the best talent in Perioperative services. We are currently seeking the UK’s best in Perioperative leadership, management and clinical talent for our women’s Periop service. You will have a dynamic, collaborative and enthusiastic approach, combined with a passion for recruiting, learning and supporting your team to excellence. Applicants must be highly experienced in anaesthetics, recovery and/or scrub specialities, preferably in women’s services of breast, gynaecology or genitourinary. With a comprehensive onboarding programme, you’ll be supported by our friendly, highly experienced multidisciplinary team, current theatre SCNs/ODPs, Obstetric colleagues and Theatre Academy.

Initially the candidate will work in the ARI Main Theatre Suite prior to moving to the new Baird Family Hospital (date TBC). There is real opportunity for active learning with the commissioning team and bring this project to life (6 operating room suite).

We value applicants who hold a portfolio of Periop management experience across the continuum of scrub, anaesthetics, recovery and surgical specialisms. A proven record of leadership, development, and clinical service improvement is sought.

Relocation is offered.

Please contact NM Agnieszka Glowacka at [e-mail] if you require more information.

Additional Information for Candidates

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