Registered Nurse ODP Perioperative Practitioner

NHS National Services Scotland; Paisley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A minimum of 27 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Study bursaries and learning courses

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking a Band 5 Theatre Perioperative Practitioner (RN/ODP) to join the Main Theatre Unit at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. The unit operates 9 theatres with a 12-bedded recovery area, delivering perioperative care across general, colorectal, gynaecology, ENT, urology, breast, orthopaedics and trauma. Permanent 33 hours per week, Mon-Sun (Early, Late, Nights).

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) with current professional registration.
• Enthusiastic and motivated with an interest in perioperative practice.
• Structured mentorship and support programme available.
• Opportunity to undertake Safe Scrub training.
• Access to in-house perioperative training programme.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and appraisal processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred perioperative care as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care throughout the surgical journey.
• Maintain accurate patient records and communicate effectively with patients, relatives and staff.
• Support learners and participate in service development, audits and research.
• Promote a positive learning environment and lead teams when required.

Skills

Registered Nurse (NMC) or ODP (HCPC)

Perioperative practice

Teamwork

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:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Theatre Perioperative Practitioner (RN/ODP) to join the Main Theatre Unit at the Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH). The department consists of 9 operating theatres, a 12-bedded recovery area and a theatre reception area staffed by the Recovery Escort Team. The service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing perioperative care across a wide range of specialties including general surgery, colorectal, gynaecology, ENT, urology, breast surgery, orthopaedics and trauma. The department also includes a dedicated emergency CEPOD theatre and is expanding its surgical services through the introduction of Da Vinci robotic surgery for colorectal, gynaecological and urological procedures.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

Permanent Role - 33 Hours per week

Royal Alexandra Hotel

Monday - Sunday (Early, Late, Nights)

Key responsibilities:

As a Band 5 Theatre Practitioner, you will work as part of the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centred perioperative care. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care programmes, ensuring patients receive safe, evidence-based treatment throughout their surgical journey. The post holder will contribute to maintaining clinical standards, supervising registered and unregistered staff, supporting learners and participating in service development, research and audit activities. You will be responsible for effective communication with patients, relatives and colleagues, maintaining accurate patient records, adhering to professional, legal and organisational standards, and contributing to the efficient management of staffing, equipment and resources. The role also involves promoting a positive learning environment, supporting quality improvement initiatives and leading teams as required within a busy and dynamic theatre environment.

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

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) with current professional registration.
• Enthusiastic and motivated with an interest in perioperative practice.
• Previous perioperative experience is advantageous but not essential, as comprehensive training will be provided.
• Access to a structured mentorship and support programme.
• Opportunity to undertake funded Safe Scrub training.
• Opportunity to complete Anaesthetic and Recovery courses through Glasgow Caledonian University.
• Access to a comprehensive in-house perioperative training programme.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and participation in appraisal processes.
• PVG Scheme Membership/Disclosure Scotland check required.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and adapt to a changing service environment.

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

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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.

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