Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner - Scrub Practitioner

TN United Kingdom; Dundee; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking innovative individuals to join their Theatre Team at NHS Tayside. This role involves working collaboratively to provide evidence-based patient care, with a focus on perioperative patients. The successful candidate will be based at Ninewells Hospital but may need to work at other locations within NHS Tayside. Applicants should possess strong communication skills, flexibility, and a commitment to continuous professional development. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a diverse and inclusive workforce while making a meaningful impact in patient care.

Qualifications

• Must be registered on the UK NMC register or hold an equivalent qualification.
• Demonstrate evidence of continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively within the Theatre Team to deliver patient care.
• Assess, plan, and implement care for perioperative patients.

Skills

Good communication skills

Flexibility

Adaptability

Assessment and planning for perioperative patients

Education

Registered Nurse (Sub-part 1: RN1 or RNA)

UK HCPC ODP NVQ Level 3 / Diploma

Job description

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.

An opportunity has arisen for innovative individuals to join the Theatre Team within the operating departments in NHS Tayside. The post holder will work collaboratively to promote the delivery of evidence-based patient care.

The successful applicant will be based at Ninewells Hospital but may be required to work at other locations within NHS Tayside as needed.

Applicants must have good communication skills, demonstrate flexibility and adaptability, and be able to assess, plan, and implement care for perioperative patients.

You must be registered on Sub-part 1: RN1 or RNA, or Sub-part 2: RN2 of the UK NMC register or hold an equivalent qualification (UK HCPC ODP NVQ Level 3 / Diploma) and demonstrate evidence of continuous professional development relevant to previous experience.

For informal enquiries, contact: Susan Banks, Senior Charge Nurse at 01382 660111 ext 58344 or via email: [emailprotected]

Hours of work are 37 per week with a commitment to day/night rotation. Alternative hours can be considered.

Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your email regularly, including junk/spam folders.

Additional Information for Candidates:

• Apply through the Jobtrain application process. Do not upload a CV, as it will not be used for shortlisting.
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