Arthroplasty Nurse

An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, experienced nurse to join the Arthroplasty Service at Forth Valley Royal Hospital.

• Manage practitioner‑led clinics for the review of patients with hip, knee, shoulder and elbow replacements.
• Run a practitioner‑led pre‑operative education clinic.
• Provide telephone advice and support to patients, carers and other health professionals.
• Collect and analyse data, conduct audits and present information to various groups in an agreed format.

• NMC registered nurse.
• Current knowledge and experience in orthopaedics.
• Ability to work independently with strong communication and organisational skills.
• Desirable: ACE course completion and X‑ray interpretation skills (training provided).

As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will reduce from 37 to 36 hours per week, with a proportional increase in hourly rate to maintain pay.

PVG Scheme membership is required; the candidate must be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme.

For informal inquiries, contact Kevin McCloskey, Senior Charge Nurse, Tel

NHS Forth Valley is committed to disability inclusion and offers interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society and strives for a workforce that is truly representative and respectful.

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