NHS Scotland
Staff Nurse - Medical Wards B5
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC)
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 motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 Staff Nurse to join the Medical Day Bed Unit. The successful candidate will be a compassionate, patient-centred registered nurse committed to delivering safe, effective, and high-quality care within a busy day care environment. Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will care for patients undergoing a range of medical investigations, treatments, and procedures while contributing to service improvement and upholding NHS Scotland values.
All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern
- Permanent
- Role one: Full-time, 36 hours per week
- Role two: Part-time, 22 hours per week
- Shift pattern: Monday - Friday
- Base location: Inverclyde Royal Hospital
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, effective, and high-quality patient care.
- Provide care for patients undergoing medical investigations, treatments, and procedures.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Support and contribute to service improvement initiatives.
- Deliver the highest standards of person-centred care in line with NHS Scotland values.
- Maintain a compassionate and patient-focused approach in all aspects of care.
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Knowledge, Training, Qualifications and/or Experience Required to Do the Job
- Registered Nurse qualification (NMC).
- Commitment to patient-centred care and clinical excellence.
- Interest in developing knowledge and skills within an acute medicine environment.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Understanding of NHS Scotland values and person-centred care principles.
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
Lynne Hunter, Charge Nurse - Lynne.Hunter4@nhs.scot - 01475 254259
Details on How to Contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process
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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Flexible Working
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.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
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.
Armed Forces Covenant
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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