Registered Charge Nurse​/ODP – Orthopaedic Scrub

The Role

As a Charge Nurse / ODP
, you will work as an independent practitioner and clinical expert, providing leadership and supporting the day-to-day management of the theatre team. You will act as a deputy to the Senior Charge Nurse and contribute to the safe and effective running of the department.

You will:

• Provide clinical leadership and support to the multidisciplinary team
• Deputise for the Senior Charge Nurse as required, including theatre coordination and patient flow
• Lead and support the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based patient care
• Contribute to staff management, including supervision, development and appraisal
• Support service improvement through audit, project work and implementation of best practice
• Ensure effective use of resources, contributing to workforce planning and service delivery

You will also play an active role in maintaining a positive team culture, supporting staff development, and ensuring high standards of patient care are consistently delivered.

We are looking for a motivated and experienced practitioner who can demonstrate strong leadership and clinical skills within a perioperative environment.

Essential criteria include:

• Registered Nurse or ODP with relevant professional registration
• Degree-level education or equivalent experience
• Significant experience within a perioperative/theatre environment
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and specialist knowledge
• Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills
• Ability to work flexibly across shift patterns including on-call requirements

Desirable:

• Experience of clinical leadership, service improvement or quality initiatives
• Understanding of improvement methodologies and management principles

Perioperative services at the Golden Jubilee are central to delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining the organisation’s strong reputation for person-centred practice.

This is an excellent opportunity to:

• Develop leadership and management skills
• Contribute to service development and innovation
• Work within a supportive, forward-thinking multidisciplinary team

This post requires flexible working, including participation in shift patterns and on-call rotas.

NHS Golden Jubilee is open to considering flexible working options for this role.

This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

As a disability confident leader we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term health condition covered by the Equality Act 2010 and need support for any stage of the recruitment process please refer to the job pack for more information.

NHS Golden Jubilee encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job Pack.