Charge Nurse / Clinical Lead 196165 AA

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Band 6 Charge Nurse/Team Leader to join our Day Surgery Theatres at Queen Margaret Hospital, Dunfermline. There are 6 elective theatres, 2 ophthalmology theatres, procedure room and a recovery suite.

You will have previous theatre experience at senior band 5 level or above and be able to demonstrate on-going professional development. 

The post holder will provide professional and clinical support to the SCN and will have delegated responsibility from the Clinical Lead for planning and implementing patient centred care, and for ensuring the standards of care are implemented within the operating department.

Applicants must hold First Level Registration with either UK NMC or HCPC.

Applicants should be educated to degree level or working towards or equivalent level of knowledge and experience.
Applicants must have -
    Evidence of Continuous Professional Development 
    Excellent time management and communication skills.
    Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
    Possess team working and building skills and have the ability to motivate others 
    Evidence of being able to work using own initiative

Informal enquiries can be made to Clare Cathcart Senior Charge Nurse QMH Theatres ext 28286.

NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay.  This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff.  This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours.  However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Recruiting Board.

A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment. 
 
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.