Staff Nurse - Theatres
Posted 2 days 9 hours ago by NHS National Services Scotland
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.
Location: Stobhill Day Surgery Recovery.
Shift pattern: day shift, night shift and weekends.
Responsibilities- Assist in the preparation of operating theatres and equipment.
- Provide skilled assistance during surgical procedures as an anaesthetic and scrub practitioner.
- Monitor and support the patient's pre-, intra- and post-operative care.
- Adhere to board policies, infection control and health and safety guidelines.
- Collaborate effectively with surgeons, anaesthetists and the wider MDT in relation to patient care.
- Evidence of continual development, IT skills, good communication skills and enthusiasm for working in a Theatre environment.
- Willingness to work flexible shifts as required (day shifts, night shifts, weekends and out-of-hours cover).
- Current live PIN number is required; if you do not have a current live PIN you will not be shortlisted.
This post supports 24/7 service delivery within the North Sector theatres and a flexible skill set is essential for this role. There will be an opportunity for professional development and post-registration development in the form of an anaesthetic course and scrub course to develop essential theatre skills. We offer a supportive induction and mentoring programme when starting the post.
Additional informationDetails on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.
For more information, please contact: Nicola Duke, Lead Nurse .
If you do not have a current live PIN number you will not be shortlisted, please do not apply for this Registered Nurse Vacancy.
Due to the anticipated response to this post it may close before the closing date noted on the advert; once you start your application, please complete it immediately.
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