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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
Post: Associate Chief Nurse - South Sector
Salary: Agenda for Change Band 8B: £61,325 - £66,018 per annum (pro rata for part time)
Tenure: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours
Location: Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
Relocation Package where appropriate
Our transformation journey over the past number of years has been hugely progressive and you will be joining at a time as we set on our next phase of improvement ambitions in our Moving Forward Together strategy, as well as leading our teams through COVID-19 recovery. We have been tested over the last year and we have risen to the challenge of supporting our people, be that colleagues, patients, or carers; all of our people are leaders and many of our proudest moments have come from achievements in our teams.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is the largest healthcare system in the UK with an annual revenue budget of £3.2 billion, employing around 39,000 staff. We deliver local services to a population of over 1.2 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included. We also work in close partnership with other organisations and agencies including the six Health and Social Care Partnerships, local Universities, community planning partners, third and voluntary sector colleagues.
The geographical area covered is diverse from the major city of Glasgow, large and small towns, villages and some rural districts and encompasses six local authority areas from East Dunbartonshire to Inverclyde.
We care passionately about the quality of care we deliver and have an exciting vision for the future which promotes a culture of person centered care, placing the patient at the heart of everything we do.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde’s Acute Services are delivered currently from three Sectors covering North Glasgow, South Glasgow and Clyde and three Directorates with cross site responsibilities covering Women and Children’s Services, Regional Services and Diagnostics.
The Acute service provides a complex range of Hospital services across the population of Greater Glasgow and Clyde.
As a result of promotion of the current post holder we are now seeking to appoint a new Associate Chief Nurse who will have a key role supporting the Chief Nurse to provide senior professional nursing advice, governance and leadership to more than 3700 nursing staff.
The successfully appointed candidate will inspire others and lead by example, promoting a culture of continuous quality improvement which values continuous professional development and strives for excellence in all aspects of the delivery of patient care. As well as a real focus on nursing and quality, the post holder will work with the other members of the senior team to deliver our financial, performance and staff governance agendas.
As a registered nurse with a first degree and post graduate Master’s Degree, or equivalent experience, you will have management experience in the NHS or another complex multidisciplinary public or private sector organisation. We are also looking for strong influencing and leadership qualities and a track record of success in delivery and collaborative working.
If you believe you have the skills and experience we are looking for, we welcome your application.
If you would like to find out more about this post before applying, you can contact:-
Morag Gardner, Chief Nurse on 0141 451 6427, or email: morag.gardner@ggc.scot.nhs.uk
If you are inspired by the challenges this opportunity presents and believe you have the relevant skills, experience and qualities we are seeking then we look forward to receiving your application which will be given careful consideration.
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. Applications are welcome from UK, EEA and non-EEA candidates.
For a Candidate Information Pack and further application information, please visit https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk and follow the link to Greater Glasgow & Clyde, look under Senior Manager Level – Job Reference No:. 98181
Closing date for returning applications: Tuesday, 10th May 2022
Interview are expected to take place mid/late May 2022
The recruitment process will include a pre interview assessment stage and a formal panel interview. Please note to comply with NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde’s social distancing practices we may carry out all stages of the recruitment process including interviews virtually via Microsoft Teams.
Find out more about NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde at www.nhsggc.org.uk
Additional Information
With around 21,000 staff and a budget of c£1.3b our Acute Services are delivered currently from three Sectors covering North and East Glasgow, South and West Glasgow and Clyde (Renfrewshire, Inverclyde and West Dunbartonshire). In addition there are three Directorates with cross site responsibilities covering Women and Children's Services, Regional Services and Diagnostics and Imaging. Inpatient and outpatient Acute and Medicine for the Elderly services are delivered across 9 Acute sites which include Acute teaching hospitals.
EU Settlement Scheme - EU, EEA or Swiss nationals are strongly encouraged to join the EU Settlement Scheme prior to 30th June 2021. As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to produce proof of your EU Settlement status from 1st July 2021 to demonstrate your Right to Work in the United Kingdom. Further information: https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families.
As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to produce proof of your EU Settlement status from 1st July 2021 to demonstrate your Right to Work in the United Kingdom