Lead Nurse

Job description
Join to apply for the Lead Nurse - Theatres role at NHS Ayrshire Arran
Job Overview

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, is seeking a professional nurse leader and patient champion as Lead Nurse for the Theatre Department at Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.
Department Details

The department has over 300 nurses and operating department practitioners supporting 20 operating theatres.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide professional leadership to ensure safe, effective, person-centred care.
• Develop policies and strategies to uphold professional standards and achieve excellent patient outcomes.
• Manage staff deployment to support maximum theatre activity within budget.
• Prioritize staff development, education, training, and wellbeing.
• Lead the redesign and development of theatre services through multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Partner with the Clinical Director to deliver the Department's Clinical Governance agenda and ensure high-quality care.
• Maintain a reputation for leadership and patient advocacy.
Qualifications

Registered Nurse/ODP, educated to degree level or equivalent, with a proven track record in a senior nursing/ODP role.
Contact Information

For informal inquiries, contact Kim Kilgour at kim.kilgour@nhs.scot or 0141 451 6434 / 07977 318503.

For more details on the application process, refer to the Candidate Information Packs.
Additional Information

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde values diversity and encourages applications from all community sections. We are committed to being a Forces Friendly Employer, supporting military community applications.

Applicants must provide authentic responses to all application questions. Use of AI or third-party tools to draft responses is discouraged and may lead to application withdrawal.
Job Details
• Seniority Level: Director
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare

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