Overview
An exciting opportunity for a dynamic, motivated Staff Nurse/ODP to join the team as a Band 6 Charge Nurse/Team Leader in Theatres, National Treatment Centre at Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy, Fife.
Hours will be worked to meet the needs of the service, which may include day and weekend working.
Responsibilities
* Provide professional and clinical leadership to the multidisciplinary team and be responsible for assessing, planning and implementing programmes of care, and for the setting of standards of care within the operating department, providing high quality patient centered care to the conscious/unconscious patient in a safe environment.
* Have continuing responsibility for Theatres and create a safe environment for both the patient and staff.
* Coordinate all nursing staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure efficient use of Theatre capacity for Elective Orthopaedic surgery.
* Assist in the educational development of the team.
* Ensure the efficient use of all resources.
* Provide support to the SCN with delegated responsibilities.
Requirements / Qualifications
* Educated to degree level or working towards or equivalent level of knowledge and experience.
* Evidence of continuous professional development.
* Excellent time management and communication skills.
* Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
* Team working and building skills with the ability to motivate/inspire others.
* Evidence of ability to work using own initiative.
Additional Information
* Enquiries to SCN Catherine Scott 01592 643355 ext 28428, CN Robertson ext 28293 or CN Hutchison ext 28292.
* Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme prior to appointment.
* NHS Scotland equality and diversity commitment; applicants from all sections of society are welcomed.
* Right to work in the United Kingdom statements and guidance; notes on sponsorship via UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa where applicable.
* GOV.UK references and routes of permission information can be found on the official GOV.UK website.
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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