Practice Development Nurse - Community Paediatrics

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

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Are you an experienced children's nurse with a passion for developing others and improving the quality of care delivered to children and families? NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking an enthusiastic Practice Development Nurse to support the ongoing development of nursing practice within Community Paediatric Services. This influential role offers the opportunity to lead on evidence-based practice, workforce development, clinical governance and service improvement while working alongside multidisciplinary colleagues across the organisation. You will play a key role in shaping the future nursing workforce, supporting innovation and ensuring high standards of care are consistently achieved. As Scotland's largest NHS organisation, NHSGGC offers excellent opportunities for professional growth, collaboration and the chance to make a lasting impact on services for children and young people.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

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Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Part-time, fixed-term for 12 months
• You will be based at Templeton Business Centre
• Working Pattern: Monday - Friday (TBA)
• Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part-time hours.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Lead andsupport the implementation of evidence-based nursing practice across Community Paediatric Services
• Develop and enhance nursing skills, competencies and professional practice across all nursing grades
• Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of clinical guidelines, policies and procedures
• Support clinical governance activity including audit, quality improvement and monitoring of standards
• Work collaboratively with service managers, clinical leaders and multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care
• Promote a culture of continuous learning through education, training and workforce development initiatives
• Lead, support and disseminate research activity to strengthen and advance nursing practice
  
  

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

• Registered Nurse or Registered Sick Children's Nurse qualification
• First level degree with evidence of working towards or willingness to undertake Master's level study
• Significant experience in Paediatric Nursing at Band 6 level or above
• Extensive knowledge of NMC standards, policies and professional requirements
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, audit and quality improvement principles
• Experience of leading change, service development and the implementation of new ways of working
• Excellent communication, leadership, mentoring and presentation skills with the ability to influence and develop others throughout the organisation
  
  

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: Claire Lorimer, Professional Nurse Lead, on 07483373162 or claire.lorimer@nhs.scot

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.

This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check.

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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.

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