Staff Nurse - Surgical Specialities

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join the General Outpatients team at Stobhill Ambulatory Care Hospital, North Glasgow. Working as part of a nursing and multi-professional team, you will play a key role in delivering a high standard of patient-centred care. The successful candidate will assess patient needs, plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based care, while supporting patients and their families throughout their healthcare journey. The role includes participation in nurse-led clinics across a range of specialties, offering the opportunity to develop broad clinical experience within an outpatient setting.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Heath and Care Worker visa. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Permanent Role - 22.5 Hours Per Week
• Stobhill Hospital
• Monday - Friday (08.45 - 17.00)

Key responsibilities:

The post holder will assess, plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based programmes of care, taking into account patients' individual needs, lifestyles, cultural backgrounds and personal circumstances. You will maintain accurate patient records in line with NMC standards, practise within professional and ethical frameworks, and empower patients to make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing. The role involves working closely with multidisciplinary colleagues, participating in nurse-led clinics, monitoring patients' conditions and responding appropriately to changes in care needs. You will also support the learning and development of students and junior staff, contribute to research and clinical audit activity, assist with performance appraisals, and play an active role in the day-to-day management of clinical services, including resource management, staff supervision and supporting recruitment activities when required.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• First Level Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Minimum of 3 years post-registration experience.
• Previous experience working within an outpatient setting.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care effectively.
• Excellent communication skills with patients, relatives and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to demonstrate sound clinical judgement and identify changes in a patient's condition.
• Knowledge of professional, legal and ethical frameworks governing nursing practice.
• Experience supporting or contributing to teaching, mentorship or student nurse development.
• Understanding of clinical audit, research and quality improvement activities.

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:

Lorna Halliday, Senior Charge Nurse, 0141 355 1241, [email protected]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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