Staff Nurse - Emergency Care and Medical Specialties

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:

Ward 18 is a 28\-bedded inpatient ward within ECMS Medical Specialities at the Royal Alexandra Hospital, providing care for patients with complex gastroenterology conditions and those following a general medical pathway. The ward offers a dynamic and supportive learning environment where nursing staff develop expertise in managing liver disease, ascitic drainage systems and inflammatory bowel disease. The team benefits from close collaboration with the Hepatology Nurse Specialist and Inflammatory Bowel Disease Nurse Specialist teams, ensuring high\-quality, specialist care is delivered to patients.

All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• This is a permanent post working full time hours (36\)


• These hours will be worked on a rotational shift pattern


• You will be based within Royal Alexandra Hospital

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Registered Nurses to join the Ward 18 nursing team. You will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care, ensuring a safe, effective and person\-centred approach is maintained at all times. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will support patients with complex gastroenterology and general medical needs, contributing to positive patient outcomes and an enhanced patient experience through the Excellence in Care framework.

You will work closely with nursing colleagues, specialist nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver high\-quality care and support patients throughout their healthcare journey. The role requires you to contribute positively to ward culture, demonstrate professional accountability and support the continuous development of services. You will be encouraged to use initiative, embrace innovation and actively participate in service improvement activities.

The role involves monitoring patient progress, supporting clinical interventions, maintaining accurate documentation and promoting a positive patient experience. You will contribute to maintaining a positive ward culture, participate in quality improvement initiatives and support the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate care.

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

Essential

• Registered Nurse with a valid UK NMC registration.


• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.


• Commitment to delivering person\-centred care and improving patient outcomes.


• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to team dynamics.


• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload in a busy clinical environment.

• Post\-registration experience within gastroenterology and/or general medicine.


• Experience managing patients with liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease or complex medical conditions.


• Knowledge of the Excellence in Care framework.


• Experience participating in service improvement or quality improvement initiatives.

Learning and Development Opportunities

Ward 18 offers an excellent opportunity to develop specialist knowledge and skills within gastroenterology and general medicine. You will gain experience caring for patients with complex liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease and other specialist conditions, while working alongside experienced nursing staff and specialist nurse teams. Ongoing support, learning and development opportunities are available to help you progress throughout your nursing career.

What we offer:

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 about the role or to arrange a visit, please contact:

• Karen Jones, Senior Charge Nurse 0141 314 7343


• Claire Ganner, Lead Nurse 07977 030666

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

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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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