Staff Nurse - Surgery

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 registered nurse who is keen to develop their practice and experience within our Upper GI / General Surgery nursing team within the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with an interest in acute surgical nursing to join our team. Previous experience in the acute/surgical setting is desired but not essential. The post holder will be responsible for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of a high standard of patient centred care and have a commitment to continuing personal development. There will be opportunities offered for development within the surgical unit. You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.

Duration, Location and Working Pattern

• Location based in Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
• Permanent Contract
• Full time position (36 hours per week)
• The shift pattern for this post is Monday - Sunday

Key responsibilities

• Responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for patients to ensure delivery of a high standard of care.
• Maintain effective communication with patients, relatives/carers and other members of the MDT to ensure that appropriate information is shared and patient needs are met.
• Work within the defined policies, procedures, standards and protocols of the division/department and report outcomes to senior nursing staff to enable monitoring of standards of care.
• Supervise/mentor less experienced staff/students who are providing care to patients and act as a source of advice to ensure their educational needs are met.
• Organise own workload to ensure that the interests of patients/clients are met.
• Responsible for maintaining patients' records within agreed standards.
• Maintain departmental stock levels, through ordering of stores, ensuring the economic use of all resources.
• Develop the role by using evidence based practice and continuously improving own knowledge following revalidation requirements, and through Personal Development Plans/CPD.

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

• Registered nurse on the NMC register
• Degree or equivalent experience
• Experience in Urology nursing is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to fulfil criteria outlined in the job description.

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

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. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde 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.

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.