Community Staff Nurse - Adult Nursing Services

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:

East Dunbartonshire HSCP District Nursing service are recruiting a community staff nurse to join our dynamic and forward thinking team. We are committed to ensuring our patients receive high quality person centred care within a community setting and require like\-minded nurses to join our team.

Successful candidates will support the District Nurse in providing skilled nursing interventions for patients on a caseload and will hold a 1st Level registration in adult nursing. Previous experience in a community setting is not essential.

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 East Dumbartonshire HSCP


• Permanent Contract


• Full\-time position (36 hours per week)


• Shift pattern for this post are 5 shift per week over 7 days including dayshifts and backshifts

• The post holder is responsible and accountable for assessing, planning and implementation of programmes of care as directed by district nurse. These will be developed in partnership with Patients, Family, Carers and Significant others, and will be evidence based taking into consideration the lifestyle, race, gender and cultural background, and factors which impact on physical, mental or emotional health.


• The post holder may be required to assume the responsibility of the caseload holder during short periods of sickness, absence and annual leave, seeking support as required from other senior members of the district nursing


• The post holder will be responsible for the utilisation of various clinical and environmental risk assessment tools in order to identify actual and potential risks and ensure implementation of appropriate interventions.


• The post holder will be responsible for reporting and participating in the critical appraisal of incidents to reduce any recurrences and participate in further investigation as required.


• As a member of the district nursing team the post holder will be able to support patients, families and carers in order to achieve optimum health and independence.


• Plan and prioritise workload as required, delegate work using available resources and make decisions to ensure that patients’ needs are being met.


• Work within systems to ensure continuation of a quality 24\-hour nursing service


• The post holder may be required to provide care of patients within a Treatment Room or Health Centre setting


• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details.

Essential:

• Part 1 NMC Registration,


• or 2nd Level Registration with General Nursing Experience


• Evidence of continuing professional development


• Evidence of Revalidation


• IT skills\-word processing/email/internet


• Good communication skills (both verbal and written)


• Ability to work on own initiative


• Leadership skills


• Problem\-solving skills


• Ability to work as part of a team

• Previous community nursing experience

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

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:

Natalie Calder, Nurse Team Lead, On 07970045900 or email natalie.calder2@nhs.scot

OR

Mhairi McLaughlin, Nurse Team Lead, On 07974084495 or email Mhairi.Mclaughlin2@nhs.scot

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

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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.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) 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.

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.

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