PS212816 - Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner Recovery

NHS Scotland; Elgin; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health service in Scotland is looking for a Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner to join the team at Dr Grays Hospital in Elgin. This full-time role requires post-registration experience and a commitment to patient-centred care. Key responsibilities include providing high-quality care during recovery, working with a multi-professional team, and participating in out-of-hours services. A supportive work environment with necessary training is provided, along with possible relocation assistance.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Training support

Qualifications

• Post-registration experience as a registered nurse or operating department practitioner.
• Excellent communication skills and strong teamwork ability.
• Commitment to delivering patient-centred care and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Work with a multi-professional team to ensure a high standard of care for patient groups attending theatre.
• Provide senior nursing care in the recovery area, supporting patients as they move from theatre to post-anesthesia care.
• Participate in an out-of-hours on-call service provided by theatre staff.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong teamwork ability

Commitment to patient-centred care

Education

Post-registration experience as a registered nurse or operating department practitioner

Job description

About NHS Scotland

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for the 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.

Location – Dr Grays Hospital, Elgin, Moray

Elgin is the largest community in Moray with over 24,000 people and is the administrative and commercial centre for Moray. Moray has been ranked among the top ten safest areas to live in Scotland. Elgin’s busy town centre offers a wide range of shops, cafes and restaurants.

Position – Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner, Recovery (Band 5)

Dr Grays Hospital is seeking full‑time scrub registered nurses or operating department practitioners to join an experienced, dynamic and friendly team. Relocation assistance may be available.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with a multi‑professional team to ensure a high standard of care for patient groups attending theatre.
• Provide senior nursing care in the recovery area, supporting patients as they move from theatre to post‑anesthesia care.
• Participate in an out‑of‑hours on‑call service provided by theatre staff.

Qualifications & Experience

• Post‑registration experience as a registered nurse or operating department practitioner.
• Excellent communication skills and strong teamwork ability.
• Commitment to delivering patient‑centred care and continuous professional development.

Benefits & Support

We offer a supportive environment with the necessary training to ensure your success in this role. NHS Scotland celebrates diversity and offers adjustments to the recruitment process for candidates where needed.

Application Process

Apply via the Jobtrain system. Do not upload a CV – it will not be used for short‑listing purposes.

Post close date: midnight on the indicated date unless the advert states otherwise. Post may close early due to volume of applications.

Need help with your application? Follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/

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