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District Nurse - District Nursing Services / Community Nursing
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District Nurse - District Nursing Services / Community Nursing
District Nurse Specialist Practitioner
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
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 roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, as well as supporting a wider population of 2.2 million through regional and national services.
The Role
An exciting full-time, permanent opportunity has arisen within the West Dunbartonshire District Nursing Team. As a District Nurse Specialist Practitioner, you will deliver high-quality, person-centred care to patients in their homes and communities.
Location & Responsibilities
- Base Location: Clydebank Health Centre
- Shift Pattern: Monday to Sunday, 4×9-hour shifts
- Rewarding & Dynamic Work: Lead and support the district nursing team, ensuring safe, responsive, and effective care across a diverse caseload while working closely with multidisciplinary partners to improve patient outcomes.
NHSGGC provides a supportive, forward-thinking environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and continuous development. You will play a key role in making a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a defined district nursing caseload, ensuring safe, effective, person-centred care
- Provide skilled clinical interventions as the clinical expert in community nursing practice
- Coordinate workload, prioritise care needs, and respond to planned and urgent unscheduled requests
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, patients, and carers to deliver holistic care
- Delegate, supervise, and support team members to maintain high standards of practice and service delivery
- Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure compliance with professional, legal, and organisational standards
- Contribute to service improvement, audit, education, and team development
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Requirements & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Adult Nursing)
- Specialist Practitioner Qualification in District Nursing at Master’s level or equivalent
- V300 Independent Prescribing qualification & advanced clinical assessment skills
- Demonstrable leadership and management experience within community or primary care
- Evidence of continuous professional development and a commitment to lifelong learning
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively as part of a team
- IT proficiency in electronic patient record systems
- Full driving licence and access to a vehicle
Benefits & Perks
NHSGGC offers a wide range of employee support policies, including:
General Benefits
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Bursary Scheme
- Learning & Development Opportunities
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NHS Scotland Employee Benefits
- 27 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
- NHS Pension Scheme (with life insurance benefits)
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- Study bursaries & e-learning courses
- NHS discounts on goods and services
- Confidential employee support, including counselling
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Applications & Recruitment Process
- Submit your application as soon as possible. This role may close early due to high response volume.
- Applications should be authentic and reflective of your skills, experience, and motivations.
- Flexible working may be discussed during the recruitment process, where applicable.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
NHSGGC actively encourages applications from all sections of the community and is proud of its diverse workforce. We support the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from the military community.
Contact Details
For further information, please contact: Joanne Harris – District Nurse Team Leader Email: Joanne.Harris@nhs.scot Phone: 07970 241 102
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