Afdelingssygeplejerske, Operationsafdelingen, Dronning Ingrids Hospital, Nuuk, Grønland (25-669)

This role of Afdelingssygeplejerske (Head Nurse) in the Operations Department at Dronning Ingrids Hospital in Nuuk, Greenland, requires strong leadership and nursing expertise within a surgical or operating room environment. The candidate must possess advanced clinical nursing skills, particularly in perioperative care, patient preparation, and post-operative monitoring. Experience in managing nursing teams, coordinating workflows, and ensuring adherence to hospital protocols and safety standards is essential. Competencies include staff supervision, resource allocation, and maintaining high-quality patient care under pressure. Knowledge of sterile techniques, infection control, and surgical instrumentation is important. The position demands excellent communication and organizational skills to liaise between surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff effectively. Familiarity with hospital information systems and documentation standards is beneficial. While specific experience and education levels are not provided, the role typically requires a registered nurse qualification with specialized training or certification in surgical nursing or nurse management. Prior leadership experience in a hospital operating department or similar clinical setting is implied. The candidate should demonstrate the ability to implement clinical guidelines, support continuous professional development among staff, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives. Overall, this position calls for a senior nursing professional capable of overseeing complex surgical nursing operations, ensuring patient safety, and fostering a collaborative team environment in a demanding healthcare setting.