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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
Applications from 2023 Newly Qualified Nurse/Midwife, will not be considered for this post.
Band 5 Registered Nurse position within Lightburn Hospital, General Rehabilitation Department, Older People & Stroke Services, North Sector. You will work within the nursing and multi-professional team to ensure a high standard of care to a defined patient group. You will competently perform the necessary technical / invasive / physical aspects of care for this defined patient group. You will provide clinical leadership for the assessment of patient needs, implementation and evaluation of care, which are evidence based. You will utilise all available resources taking into consideration the lifestyle, gender and cultural background and ensure involvement with the patient, family, carers and significant others. You will empower patients to take responsibility for their health, well-being and future lifestyle by practicing in an open, transparent and inclusive manner; thereby ensuring patients have the relevant information to participate in decisions about their care. It is essential that you are currently a Registered Nurse with the NMC.
It would be preferable that you have some experience within care of the older adult, but not essential. Older People and Stroke Services can offer the successful candidate:
- The opportunity to work in a friendly dedicated forward-thinking service
- Dedicated Clinical educator to support practice development and education
- Opportunity to contribute and shape service through quality improvement initiatives
- The opportunity to develop highly sought skills in caring for older people with multiple co-morbidities and complex needs
- A development programme to guide you through 1st year if you are new NHS Scotland
- Educational and professional development options include, and are not limited to:
- Access to practice supervisor and practice assessor training
Access to Immediate Life Support Course - Access to Intravenous Drug Administration Course
- Access to Moving and Handling Course
Opportunities are available for funded master's level study through a competitive application process
Informal Contact: Megan Kennedy, Tel No: 0141 211 1536 or 0141 211 1580
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.
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