Operating Theatre Nurses | Opportunities in Portugal

Vitae Professionals; Leiria; Presencial; EUR 25.000 - 74.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Meal allowance

Shift allowance

Enhanced pay for shifts

Career progression

Training programs

Internal projects

Descripción de la vacante

Vitae Professionals in Portugal is seeking Operating Theatre Nurses to join one of the largest private healthcare groups. Your experience in Portugal or abroad will be valued as part of the assessment for your position within the organization.

You will provide nursing care to surgical patients, support the operating theatre team, ensure patient safety, document activities, and benefit from a structured career progression, training opportunities, health insurance, meal and shift allowances within

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required.
• Professional experience in operating theatre preferred.
• Availability to work shifts and travel as needed.

Responsabilidades

• Provide nursing care to surgical patients and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure the operating theatre runs smoothly according to standards and protocols.
• Maintain patient safety and infection prevention measures; complete accurate nursing documentation.

Conocimientos

Nursing

Surgical care

Team collaboration

Infection control

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Descripción del empleo

Do you have experience in the Operating Theatre and are you looking for a new professional challenge in Portugal? Whether you are currently working abroad or already based in Portugal, this opportunity could be the right fit for you.

We are recruiting Operating Theatre Nurses to join one of the largest private healthcare groups in Portugal. Your professional experience, both in Portugal and internationally, will be recognised and valued when determining your position within the organisation.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to surgical patients, working closely with the multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure the smooth running of the operating theatre in accordance with departmental standards and protocols.
• Maintain patient safety and ensure compliance with infection prevention and control procedures.
• Complete accurate nursing documentation related to operating theatre activities.

Professional Experience and Career Framework

The organisation offers a structured career progression framework with different professional levels, allowing nurses to advance according to their experience, skills and competencies.

The annual salary ranges for each professional category are:

• Nurse I and II: €24,688 - €34,253
• Senior Nurse I and II: €26,402 - €58,203
• Expert Nurse I and II: €30,093 - €74,050
• Nurse Manager / Deputy Nurse Manager: €34,240 - €74,050

Your professional category and salary will be determined following an assessment of your previous experience, qualifications and competencies developed throughout your career.

Employment Conditions and Benefits

• Full-time employment contract of 40 hours per week.
• Meal allowance of €9.20 per working day.
• Shift allowance equivalent to 6% of the monthly salary.
• Enhanced pay rates of 130% to 150% for qualifying demanding hours and shift work.
• Health insurance.
• Recognition of previous professional experience.
• Structured career progression opportunities.
• Access to continuous professional training and development.
• Opportunities to participate in various internal projects and initiatives.

Training and Professional Development

You will have access to the healthcare group's training centres and professional development programmes, providing opportunities to update your knowledge, strengthen your skills in surgical nursing and prepare for new responsibilities.

Depending on your professional background and career goals, you may progress into more specialised clinical roles, positions with greater responsibility or nursing management.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
• Professional experience in an Operating Theatre environment.
• Availability to work shifts.
• Motivation to continue developing clinical skills and progressing professionally.
• Legal right to reside and work in Portugal, as work visa sponsorship is not available.

Whether you are currently working abroad or already based in Portugal, we would love to learn more about your experience and professional ambitions.