Theatre Practitioner
At a glance
- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Secondment
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 08/09/2026
- Closes
- 15/09/2026
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Role summary
This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic and reliable Band 5 Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner to join the Hand Day Case Unit. The role involves providing high-quality care in the second-stage recovery area following hand surgery procedures. There will also be opportunities to develop skills in the perioperative environment, including first-stage recovery. The unit supports three dedicated theatres and a recovery area for various hand surgeries.
Essential criteria
- Registered Nurse or Qualified Operating Department Practitioner
Desirable criteria
- Mentorship/Teaching qualification
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
- Surgical Experience
- Recovery Experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrates professionalism at all times and works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Highlights why they would like to work on the Hand Day Case Ward and the skills they will bring
- Registered Nurse or Qualified Operating Department Practitioner
- Mentorship/Teaching qualification
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
- Surgical Experience
- Recovery Experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrates professionalism at all times and works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Highlights why they would like to work on the Hand Day Case Ward and the skills they will bring
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
This advert: £32,073 – £39,043 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Theatre Practitioner
The closing date is 15 September 2026
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and reliable band 5 Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner to join our friendly, experienced and forward thinking Hand Day Case Unit.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a highly specialised team providing high-quality care to patients undergoing a wide range of hand surgery procedures. We are looking for an individual who is motivated, adaptable, and committed to delivering outstanding patient care within a busy and rewarding environment. Our Hand Day Case Unit consists of an 8-bedded Day Case Ward supporting three dedicated theatres and a recovery area , providing care for patients undergoing all aspects of hand surgery, including:
- Trauma and Orthopaedic Hand Surgery
- Microvascular Surgery
- Plastic and Reconstructive Hand Surgery
The successful candidate will primarily provide high-quality care in the second-stage recovery area following surgery. There will also be opportunities to develop skills and experience in the perioperative environment, including participation in first-stage recovery as required.
Previous experience of working in a day case setting is preferable but not essential. Must possess excellent communication skills.
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