Staff Nurse - Ward 3 DSU in Glasgow

The Role

To work within the nursing and multi-professional team to ensure a high standard of person-centred care to a defined patient group. Competently perform the necessary technical/invasive/physical/psycho-social aspects of care for this defined patient groupEnsure an effective delivery of nursing care is provided to patients and that an acceptable standard is maintained.Provide, through Divisional policies, a safe environment for the treatment of patients and protection of staff.Participate in Practice Development Programmes as required.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

• Contract type: Permanent, Full time.
• Shift pattern: 12 hour shifts within a 24 hour service which is Monday to Friday.
• Base location: New Victoria Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical

• Provide clinical input for the assessment of patient needs, implementation and evaluation of programmes of person-centred care which are evidence based. Utilising all available resources taking into consideration the lifestyle, gender and cultural background and ensure involvement with the patient, family, carers and significant others.
• Maintain patient records in line with guidelines for records and record keeping.
• Contribute to provision and monitoring a safe, clinical environment.

Professional

• Practice within the legal & Ethical framework as established by Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) and National Legislation to ensure patient interests and wellbeing are met.
• Work within the National Health Service (NHS), NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde and Health & Safety Executive () Legislation, Policy, Guidelines and Procedures.
• Empower patients to take responsibility for their health, well-being and future lifestyle by practising in an open transparent and inclusive manner, thereby ensuring patients have the relevant information to participate in decisions about their care.

Education And Research/Audit

• Provide an appropriate learning environment in line with NES Quality Placement Standards.
• Ensure completion of clinical appraisals for health care support staff.
• Participate in performance appraisal in line with policy.
• Demonstrate own professional development.
• Support and contribute to the development of others.

Organisational/Managerial

• Organise own time and that of junior staff and learners.
• Ensures effective management of resources including stores supplies, pharmacy and maintenance of equipment.
• Share personal professional objectives with staff and participate in the PDP process.
• Contribute to the wider Corporate agenda.

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

• First Level Registered Nurse.
• Educated to degree level is desirable.
• Evidence of continuing professional development is essential.
• Ability to fulfil criteria outlined in the job description.
• Excellent communication and initiative skills.

What We Offer

• 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 Luke O’Sullivan, SCODP - Luke.O’Sullivan2@nhs.scot - 0141 347 8208

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.

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.

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.

From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will reduce from 37 hours to 36 hours. Part-time working hours will be reduced on a pro-rata basis. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will apply, ensuring that overall pay remains unchanged.

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