Staff Nurse - Orthopaedic Outpatient Clinic

Position Overview

Woodend Hospital's Orthopaedic Outpatient Clinic invites applications for a dedicated, compassionate, and motivated staff nurse to join a busy, dynamic environment. This role demands a hardworking individual with genuine interest and expertise in orthopaedics, committed to delivering exceptional person-centered care.

Job Responsibilities

The nurse will collaborate with both nursing colleagues and a multi-disciplinary healthcare team to maintain high-quality care standards across diverse Consultant-led, Orthopaedic minor procedure, and nurse-led clinics. Duties include managing clinics operational Monday to Friday, supporting a high patient volume of approximately 300-400 weekly. The role additionally encompasses involvement in specialized nurse-led services and various procedure and hand trauma clinics.

Qualifications and Skills

The ideal candidate will be a registered nurse with appropriate qualifications and a background in orthopaedic nursing. Experience in clinic settings, including updated wound care proficiency, is preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, paired with a flexible and diligent work ethic, are essential.

Additional Information

Interviews are scheduled for 19 August 2026. Inquiries may be directed to Emma Findlay, Senior Charge Nurse Orthopaedic OPD, POAC, and Fracture Clinic at NHS Ayrshire & Arran via Ascom 01224 556067 or emma.findlay3@nhs.scot.

NHS Scotland actively champions equality, diversity, and anti-discrimination, striving to have a workforce that mirrors society and where every employee feels valued and able to perform optimally. Applications from all societal sectors are warmly welcomed.