Theatre Staff Nurse/ Operating Department Practitioner

TN United Kingdom; Fort William; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Staff Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner in Fort William. This full-time role offers a chance to join a dedicated team within a supportive environment. You will play a crucial role in providing care in theatre settings, including anaesthetics, scrub, recovery, and endoscopy. Newly qualified nurses are welcome to apply, as comprehensive training will be provided. This position not only offers a chance to advance your career but also to work in a collaborative environment that values equality and diversity. If you are enthusiastic and motivated, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• RGNs or ODPs are encouraged to apply; training provided for newly qualified nurses.
• Experience in theatre support roles (anaesthetics, scrub, recovery) is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support patients and staff within all areas of theatre and endoscopy.
• Participate in on-call rota for overnight and weekend emergency cover.

Skills

Registered General Nurse (RGN)

Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)

Anaesthetics

Scrub

Recovery

Endoscopy

Education

Nursing Degree

Operating Department Practitioner Qualification

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Theatre Staff Nurse/ Operating Department Practitioner, Fort William

Client: NHS Scotland

Location: Fort William, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Band 5 Staff Nurse / ODP 37 hours + on call

Are you looking for a change? An exciting opportunity has arisen, and we are looking to recruit RGNs or ODPs to the team. This is a full-time position. Newly qualified nurses are welcome to apply as training will be provided.

Our working hours are Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:30, with an additional on-call service providing overnight and weekend emergency cover. You will need to participate in the on-call rota overnight and at weekends. Your role includes supporting patients and staff within all areas of theatre (anaesthetics, scrub, recovery) and endoscopy. If you are enthusiastic, motivated, and seeking a new challenge, please apply.

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

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NHS Highland is the largest of the 14 regional NHS Scotland boards, covering 12,500 square miles across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

We foster a positive culture supported by NHS and Social Care values:

Care and compassion

Dignity and respect

Openness, honesty, and responsibility

Quality and teamwork

NHS Scotland is reducing the full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours from April 1, 2024, with no change in pay. This change applies pro-rata for part-time staff. The advert and employment offer reflect the new hours. Some service areas may temporarily require up to an additional 30 minutes per week, paid accordingly, until rosters are adjusted. For questions, contact the Recruiting Board.