Senior Charge Nurse - In Patient Theatres

NHS National Services Scotland; Paisley; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A large healthcare organization in Scotland is seeking a Theatre Senior Charge Nurse to lead theatre teams and ensure high patient care standards. Candidates should have at least 2 years of charge nurse experience in a theatre environment and possess a degree-level education. The role involves overseeing surgical procedures and working flexibly across different NHS sites. This position promotes diversity and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a charge nurse role within a theatre environment.
• Registered with NMC/HCPC.
• Experience in CEPOD/Unscheduled care theatres is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead theatre teams, working alongside the lead nurse.
• Ensure high standards of patient-centred care.
• Attend meetings and delegate tasks in the absence of the Lead Nurse.

Skills

Leadership

Patient-centred care

Theatre nursing

Flexibility

Education

Degree level education

Job description

Join NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde as a Theatre Senior Charge Nurse

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff across various clinical and non-clinical roles. We provide acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million, expanding to 2.2 million with regional and national services.

Position Details

The main theatres at RAH are seeking a dedicated SCN for the CEPOD theatre. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established theatre team of 9 SCNs, overseeing surgical specialties, anaesthetics, and recovery.

Candidate Requirements

• Ideally educated to degree level or equivalent
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• At least 2 years of experience in a charge nurse role within a theatre environment
• Experience in CEPOD/Unscheduled care theatres is advantageous

About the Department

The department features 9 theatres conducting a range of surgical procedures daily, including elective and emergency cases. The CEPOD theatre operates 24/7, Monday to Sunday, with additional facilities like a 12-bed recovery area, reception suite, and a service for colorectal robotic surgery at QEUH.

Role Responsibilities

• Support and lead theatre teams, working alongside the lead nurse and theatre coordinator
• Ensure high standards of patient-centred care
• Attend meetings and delegate tasks in the absence of the Lead Nurse
• Demonstrate flexibility to work across a 7-day service and within multiple NHS sites as needed

Qualifications

Registered with NMC/HCPC.

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be highly motivated, with extensive perioperative theatre experience and a commitment to professional development.

Contact and Application

Informal enquiries can be directed to Gillian Kelly, Lead Nurse, at 0141 314 6727. Application details are available within the Candidate Information Packs. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde promotes diversity and inclusivity and supports applications from the armed forces community.

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