Trauma Coordinator

NHS National Services Scotland; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS National Services Scotland is seeking an experienced Orthopaedic Trauma Co-ordinator to join our Orthopaedic Trauma Service. This role ensures the safe, efficient, and timely management of trauma patients throughout their acute care journey.

You will coordinate the pathway from admission to surgery, working closely with consultants, anaesthetists, theatre teams, nursing staff and allied health professionals to optimise patient flow, prioritise trauma lists and minimise delays.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Experienced in orthopaedic trauma nursing and theatre pathways.
• Excellent communicator with strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Autonomous and able to make sound clinical decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and prioritise daily orthopaedic trauma operating lists.
• Assess, plan and evaluate patient care throughout the acute trauma pathway.
• Act as a patient advocate, ensuring clear communication and support for patients and families.
• Liaise with theatre, anaesthetic and multidisciplinary teams to facilitate timely treatment.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on orthopaedic trauma care.
• Support quality improvement, audit and service development initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to the development of electronic systems, including E-Trauma.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Decision making

Digital literacy

Education

NMC Registered Nurse

Tools

E-Trauma system

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Orthopaedic Trauma Co-ordinator to join our Orthopaedic Trauma Service. This is a key role within the multidisciplinary team, ensuring the safe, efficient and timely management of trauma patients throughout their acute care journey.

As the Orthopaedic Trauma Co-ordinator, you will act as the central point of contact for orthopaedic trauma patients, coordinating their pathway from admission to surgery while advocating for their individual needs. You will work closely with consultants, anaesthetists, theatre teams, nursing staff and allied health professionals to optimise patient flow, prioritise trauma lists and minimise delays and cancellations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and prioritise daily orthopaedic trauma operating lists.
• Assess, plan and evaluate patient care throughout the acute trauma pathway.
• Act as a patient advocate, ensuring clear communication and support for patients and families.
• Liaise with theatre, anaesthetic and multidisciplinary teams to facilitate timely treatment.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on orthopaedic trauma care.
• Support quality improvement, audit and service development initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to the development of electronic systems, including E-Trauma.

About You

• A Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Experienced in orthopaedic trauma nursing and theatre pathways.
• An excellent communicator with strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Able to work autonomously and make sound clinical decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and continuous service improvement.
• Competent in the use of digital systems and technology.

The duties of this post require the successful candidate to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. More information on this scheme can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

For Informal Enquiries, please contact Kevin McCloskey, Senior Charge Nurse on 01324 566452 or [e-mail].

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