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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
In order to apply for this position you must have a Live PIN with the NMC.UK
The shift pattern is Days, nights and weekends 12.5 hrs
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic band 5 Registered Nurse to join our passionate and dedicated surgical nursing team. This will be based in ward 24, as a 30 bedded ward within the Royal Alexandra Hospital. As part of the team you will be responsible for assessment, delivery and supervision of all care needs within the ward environment. You will possess sound clinical skills for assessment of patient’s needs, implementation and evaluation of care which are evidence based.
You will have the ability to work in our fast paced environment to a high clinical standard. You are required to be forward thinking, flexible and able to work effectively within a changing and dynamic environment.
We can expand your skills and knowledge across a diverse range of surgical patients. Our team will guide and support you whether you are newly qualified nurse, or if you are just new to our ward/department and facilitate learning and education development.
As part of the multidisciplinary team you will have responsibility for assessment of care needs and the development of a programme of care and the implementation and evaluation of these programmes ensuring the delivery of high quality care to patients with the ward environment. The ability to work on your own initiative, without direct supervision but also as part of the integrated team is required.
You will be required to work within a flexible shift pattern of both day and night rotations and weekend working.
You should possess excellent communication skills and decision making with the evidence of ongoing professional development. It is essential that you are currently a Registered Nurse with the NMC.
Informal Contact: Catherine Highet, Senior Charge Nurse, Tel No: 0141 314 7024
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
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