Staff Nurse - General Surgery B5

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

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Band 5 Registered Nurse to join our passionate and dedicated surgical nursing team within Ward 28, a 17-bedded Surgical Palliative Ward based at the Royal Alexandra Hospital.

You will work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality patient-centred care within a fast-paced ward environment.

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:

• We have two posts available
• Permanent post will be worked on full-time hours - days, nights and weekends
• Part-time post which is fixed term for 12 months, working 24.12 hours per week - days, nights and weekends
• You will be based at Royal Alexandra Hospital
• Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part-time hours.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

As part of the team, you will be responsible for the assessment, delivery and supervision of patient care within the ward environment. You will assess patients’ needs and implement and evaluate evidence-based programmes of care, ensuring the delivery of high-quality standards at all times.

You will work effectively both independently and as part of the wider multidisciplinary team, contributing to the ongoing development and coordination of patient care. The role requires a flexible and forward-thinking approach, with the ability to adapt within a changing and dynamic clinical environment.

You will also have the opportunity to expand your skills and knowledge across a diverse range of surgical patients, with support and guidance provided to newly qualified nurses and those new to the ward or department.

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

• You should possess excellent communication, organisational and decision-making skills, alongside evidence of ongoing professional development.
• You must be a current Registered Nurse with the NMC.
• Sound clinical assessment skills and the ability to deliver and evaluate evidence-based care are also required.
  
  

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 Jo-Anne. Brown - Senior Charge Nurse on 0141 314 7028 or Jo-Anne.Brown@nhs.scot

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:

This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

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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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