ScotSTAR - Operational Lead - Paediatrics

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

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a highly motivated individual to join their Nursing workforce as a Band 7 nurse. This role involves providing exceptional care to children and their families, alongside taking on managerial responsibilities as the Operational Lead for the Paediatric team. Located at Glasgow Airport, this position offers the opportunity to work within a dedicated team of healthcare professionals committed to delivering high-quality transport and retrieval services. If you have extensive paediatric intensive care experience and a passion for leadership, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in paediatric intensive care and retrieval.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills for team coordination.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to children and their families.
• Serve as the Operational Lead for the Paediatric team.

Skills

Paediatric Intensive Care

Retrieval Experience

Managerial Skills

Education

Nursing Degree

Postgraduate Qualification in Paediatrics

Job description

Job Description:

The Paediatric Retrieval Service is part of the Specialist Transport and Retrieval Service for Scotland – ScotSTAR. ScotSTAR includes the Scottish Neonatal Transport Service, the Scottish Paediatric Retrieval Service, the Emergency Medical Retrieval Service (EMRS), and the Air Ambulance Service. Managed by the Scottish Ambulance Service, ScotSTAR undertakes approximately 3,000 transfers annually. Most transfers are via dedicated road ambulances, with some by fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft provided by the Air Ambulance Service.

The teams consist of experienced transport nurses, ANNPs, Nurse Consultants, Transport Fellows, and Consultant Neonatologists.

Position Details:

• We are seeking to expand our Nursing workforce with a highly motivated individual.
• The role is a Band 7 position, providing high-quality care to children and their families.
• Applicants should have extensive paediatric intensive care and retrieval experience.
• This vacancy also serves as the Operational Lead for the Paediatric team, with specific managerial responsibilities.
• This position is based at Glasgow Airport.

Additional Information:

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity within its workforce, aiming for a truly representative and respectful environment where all employees can thrive. Applications from all sections of society are welcome.