Staff Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Glasgow is seeking a First Level Registered Nurse or Registered Operating Department Practitioner. The role involves working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with responsibilities including patient care in a multi-specialty theatre setting. Essential qualifications include a live NMC UK pin and dual training in at least two areas of the unit. Applicants should demonstrate flexibility and teamwork. This role may require engagement in multi-site working within the NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde region.

Qualifications

• Live NMC UK pin required.
• Current or predicted NMC/HCP registration prior to start date.
• PVG Scheme membership/Disclosure Scotland Check required.
• Dual training in at least two areas of the unit preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work in multiple areas during shift in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility and work independently as well as in a team.
• Engage in multi-site working as required.

Skills

Flexibility

Team support

Education

First Level Registered Nurse or Registered Operating Department Practitioner

Job description

About NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

Shift Pattern

The shift pattern for this position is Monday‑Friday 0800‑1800x2, 0800‑1730x2.

Day Surgery Unit (DSU) at New Victoria Hospital – Position

You are required to be a First Level Registered Nurse or Registered Operating Department Practitioner. Experience in the perioperative environment is desirable. The DSU at the New Victoria consists of 8 theatres, a Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU), a treatment room and a 23 hour stay ward. The theatre sessions consist of a variety of specialties including Orthopaedics, General, Urology, ENT, Ophthalmology, Maxilla Facial, Gynaecology, Plastics and a Pain Service. The department is fully committed to increasing capacity which will require the successful applicant to care for patients with increasingly complex needs in the future; in line with the British Association of Days Surgery (BADS).

Essential Requirements

• Live NMC UK pin.
• Current or predicted NMC/HCP registration prior to start date.
• PVG Scheme membership/Disclosure Scotland Check.
• Dual training in at least two areas of the unit (e.g. Scrub/Anaesthetics).

Desirable Experience

• Experience in the perioperative environment.
• Previous experience within the peri‑operative environment; advantage not essential.
• Team support and continuing education opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Work in multiple areas during shift in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility and work on your own initiative but also as part of an integrated team.
• Engage in multi‑site working within South Sector NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde as required.

Additional Expectations

As part of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde’s pre‑employment checking for all appointed candidates, evidence of current or predicted NMC/HCP registration will be required prior to start date. Candidates who are unable to provide confirmation of current or anticipated registration in line with projected start date for this post will not be shortlisted for interview. This post may close prior to closing date due to anticipated volume of applications.

Contact

Informal contact: Luke O’Sullivan, Senior Charge ODP
[e-mail], 0141 347 8456

EEO & Inclusion

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

Application Portal

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.

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